Welcome to this adorable, brick bungalow, that is full of character, perfectly situated close to the University of Nevada, Reno and the beautiful Rancho San Rafael Park. Offering both charm and opportunity, this home sits on a spacious lot with rare MF14 zoning and convenient alley access. Inside, you'll find warm, inviting living spaces highlighted by hardwood floors and updated vinyl windows. The home was converted from oil to efficient natural gas in 2012 and central air installed in 2019, giving you peace of mind and modern comfort. Solar panels were installed in 2021 for extra efficiency. An additional 818 sq. ft. of basement space (not included in the main square footage) provides extra room to spread out, complete with a cozy reading nook and/or wine cellar. The backyard is generous and private, offering space to relax, garden, or entertain, with alley access that allows for RV parking or future expansion options. This charming home is just minutes from campus, trails, events, and the park and is a truly special find you won't want to miss! Schedule your showing today!
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$479,000
948 Washington St, Reno, NV 89503
2beds
818sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1923
6,969 Square Feet Lot
$487,600 Zestimate®
$586/sqft
$2,174 Estimated rent
Home value
$487,600
$444,000 - $531,000
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Rv parkingAlley accessSpacious lotCentral airCozy reading nookBrick bungalowHardwood floors
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Listed by:
Jacqueline Mead S.197806 775-233-9353,
Sierra Sotheby's Intl. Realty
Bought with:
Lindsey Johnson, S.187725
Sierra Sotheby's Intl. Realty
Source: NNRMLS,MLS#: 250058473
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Electric
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Electric Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
Features
- Flooring: Slate, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Double Pane Windows, Vinyl Frames, Window Coverings
- Basement: Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 818
- Total interior livable area: 818 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Alley Access, RV Access/Parking
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Above Ground
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 6,969 Square Feet
- Features: Landscaped, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
Details
- Additional structures: Storage
- Parcel number: 00716116
- Zoning: MF14
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition,Pitched
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1923
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Internet Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Available, Water Available
Green energy
- Energy generation: Solar
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: St George Addition
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Reno
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $586/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $174,167
- Annual tax amount: $1,001
- Date on market: 11/21/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 41 days
- Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional,FHA
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/31/2025 | Sold | $479,000+12.7%$586/sqft |
Source:  NNRMLS #250058473 Report a problem | ||
| 11/27/2025 | Contingent | $425,000$520/sqft |
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| 11/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $425,000+28.8%$520/sqft |
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| 11/14/2018 | Sold | $330,000+0.6%$403/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/8/2018 | Pending sale | $328,000$401/sqft |
Source: Ferrari-Lund Real Estate South #180015029 Report a problem | ||
| 10/4/2018 | Listed for sale | $328,000+116.5%$401/sqft |
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| 9/14/2012 | Sold | $151,500+12.2%$185/sqft |
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| 5/12/2012 | Listed for sale | $135,000-47.5%$165/sqft |
Source: Trans-Action Realty #120005714 Report a problem | ||
| 12/30/2004 | Sold | $257,000+138%$314/sqft |
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| 9/30/1996 | Sold | $108,000$132/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $1,002 +7.7% | $60,958 +6.3% |
| 2025 | $930 +7.8% | $57,367 +0.8% |
| 2024 | $862 +7.8% | $56,893 +4.4% |
| 2023 | $800 +8.8% | $54,501 +24.6% |
| 2022 | $736 +8.2% | $43,742 +32.8% |
| 2021 | $680 +5% | $32,942 +5.4% |
| 2020 | $648 -4.8% | $31,268 |
| 2019 | $680 +5% | $31,268 +26.5% |
| 2018 | $648 +12% | $24,724 +10.5% |
| 2017 | $578 | $22,371 +0.8% |
| 2016 | $578 | $22,188 +17% |
| 2015 | $578 +32.5% | $18,971 +11.5% |
| 2014 | $436 -22.3% | $17,021 +15.8% |
| 2013 | $561 | $14,704 |
| 2012 | -- | $14,704 -3.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $15,206 -17.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $18,371 -33.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $27,540 -11.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $31,000 -12% |
| 2007 | -- | $35,235 +42% |
| 2006 | -- | $24,815 +3.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $23,990 +21.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $19,700 +2.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $19,260 +0.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $19,203 |
| 2001 | -- | $19,203 |
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Neighborhood: Old Northwest - West University
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Peavine Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 5/10Archie Clayton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 7/10Reno High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Peavine
- Middle: Clayton
- 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
- 89503
- Old Northwest - West University
- 948 Washington St
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