Discover timeless charm and effortless outdoor living in Reno's prized Old Southwest neighborhood. This beautifully maintained 1952 brick-veneer home offers classic curb appeal and 1416 sq. ft of comfortable living space across 3 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. Situated on a generous, fully landscaped 0.29-acre lot, it delivers the rare combination of historic character, modern updates, and an expansive private yard that feels like your own private park in the city. Inside, original hardwood floors flow throughout the main level, complemented by large windows that frame the lush backyard views and flood the home with natural light. A cozy wood-burning fireplace anchors the living space for those crisp Reno evenings. The updated kitchen features granite countertops and stainless-steel appliances. Downstairs, the partially finished basement (approximately 255 sq. ft.) adds practical flexibility with laundry, a sink, extra storage, or hobby space - even a third toilet. Recent updates bring peace of mind: central heat and A/C replaced in 2025, kitchen range that was also installed in 2025. The water heater and main drain were replaced in 2018. Schools (Hunter Lake Elementary, Swope Middle, and Reno High School) are just minutes away, along with Food Truck Friday, Reno's downtown/midtown shopping, dining, entertainment, and the Truckee River. Step through the French doors onto a spacious redwood deck overlooking the stunning, fully fenced backyard-a true retreat with mature landscaping, automatic sprinklers (front and rear) custom curbing, and captivating mountain views. Whether you're hosting summer gatherings, tending a garden, or simply relaxing with morning coffee, this outdoor sanctuary is perfect for entertaining or unwinding. A shed keeps gardening tools organized, while the finished 300 sq. ft. garage (with lighted attic storage above) provides ample parking and extra storage. This stand-out Old Southwest gem blends vintage charm with modern convenience on one of the neighborhoods most desirable lots-where the yard truly steals the show. Your next chapter of relaxed, spacious living starts here.
Active under contract-show
$685,000
1740 California Ave, Reno, NV 89509
3beds
1,416sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
0.29 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$484/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Classic curb appealCaptivating mountain viewsCustom curbing
- 25 days |
- 1,694 |
- 94 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Vida Keller B.42776 775-691-0173,
Priceless Realty Inc.
Source: NNRMLS,MLS#: 260004703
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Entrance Foyer
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Vinyl Frames
- Basement: Finished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,416
- Total interior livable area: 1,416 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: None
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Full
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Features: Level, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 01014205
- Zoning: sf5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Brick Veneer
- Foundation: Crawl Space, Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Internet Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Water Meter Installed
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Keyless Entry, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Williams
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Reno
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $484/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $226,784
- Annual tax amount: $16
- Date on market: 4/17/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 26 days
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/20/2026 | Contingent | $685,000$484/sqft |
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| 4/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $685,000+44.2%$484/sqft |
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| 7/2/2018 | Sold | $475,000+5.8%$335/sqft |
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| 6/8/2018 | Pending sale | $449,000$317/sqft |
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| 6/7/2018 | Listed for sale | $449,000+142.7%$317/sqft |
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| 8/2/2010 | Sold | $185,000+8.8%$131/sqft |
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| 6/8/2009 | Sold | $170,000-15%$120/sqft |
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| 4/8/2009 | Price change | $200,000-20%$141/sqft |
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| 10/26/2008 | Listed for sale | $250,000$177/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $15 +9.3% | $79,374 +2.8% |
| 2024 | $13 +17.6% | $77,212 +3.2% |
| 2023 | $11 -67.2% | $74,808 +16.8% |
| 2022 | $34 +124.3% | $64,031 +28.8% |
| 2021 | $15 | $49,713 +11.5% |
| 2020 | -- | $44,593 |
| 2019 | $15 -98.6% | $44,593 +20.6% |
| 2018 | $1,014 +5.8% | $36,967 +0.8% |
| 2017 | $959 | $36,666 +8.9% |
| 2016 | $959 | $33,673 +14.5% |
| 2015 | $959 +3.6% | $29,406 +8.9% |
| 2014 | $925 | $26,991 +11.1% |
| 2013 | $925 | $24,297 |
| 2012 | -- | $24,297 -4.4% |
| 2011 | -- | $25,415 -8.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $27,753 -22.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $35,780 -9% |
| 2008 | -- | $39,331 -20.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $49,713 +20.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $41,296 +3.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $39,980 +24.6% |
| 2004 | -- | $32,094 -0.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $32,269 +0.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $32,161 |
| 2001 | -- | $32,161 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$3,543/mo
Principal & interest
$3292
Property taxes
$251
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Idlewild
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Hunter Lake Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Darrell C Swope Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Reno High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Hunter Lake
- Middle: Swope
- High: Reno
Source: NNRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Nevada
- Washoe County
- Reno
- 89509
- Idlewild
- 1740 California Ave






