Charming Old Northwest Reno Bungalow blending classic with 1950's character with thoughtful updates and comfortable living. This inviting 2-bedroom 1-bath home features a well-arranged and efficient floor plan with abundant natural light, a welcoming fireplace, built-ins that add warmth and character, and a over all cozy atmosphere throughout. Recent updates include an updated kitchen with gas stove, updated bathroom, some updated plumbing and waterlines, fresh interior paint, updated vinyl windows, and air conditioning. The large shed adds flexibility for storage, hobbies, or additional workspace, while the outdoor areas offer room to relax and enjoy the beauty of Old Northwest Reno. Ideally located near Rancho San Rafael Park, UNR, downtown Reno, and i80 access, this home offers timeless charm, functionality, and convenience in one of Reno's established.
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$460,000
988 Gear St, Reno, NV 89503
2beds
910sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
6,969 Square Feet Lot
$460,000 Zestimate®
$505/sqft
$1,850 Estimated rent
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Air conditioningAbundant natural lightWelcoming fireplaceCozy atmosphere throughoutFresh interior paintUpdated bathroomUpdated vinyl windows
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Listed by:
Laurie Herring S.188187 775-232-5337,
Solid Source Realty
Bought with:
Amy Phillips, S.174779
Dickson Realty - Sparks
Source: NNRMLS,MLS#: 260006513
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Gas Range, Microwave
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Pantry
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Wood
- Windows: Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Vinyl Frames
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning Stove
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 910
- Total interior livable area: 910 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Spa features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Mountain(s)
Lot
- Size: 6,969 Square Feet
- Features: Gentle Sloping, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 00236124
- Zoning: SfB
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Crawl Space
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Internet Available, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Water Meter Installed
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Keyless Entry, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Washington Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Reno
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $505/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $169,654
- Annual tax amount: $672
- Date on market: 5/22/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 34 days
- Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/25/2026 | Sold | $460,000+2.4%$505/sqft |
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| 5/26/2026 | Contingent | $449,000$493/sqft |
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| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $449,000+5.6%$493/sqft |
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| 10/31/2023 | Sold | $425,000-1.2%$467/sqft |
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| 9/29/2023 | Pending sale | $430,000$473/sqft |
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| 8/25/2023 | Listed for sale | $430,000+30.3%$473/sqft |
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| 1/22/2021 | Sold | $330,000+2.2%$363/sqft |
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| 1/22/2021 | Pending sale | $323,000$355/sqft |
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| 1/21/2021 | Contingent | $323,000$355/sqft |
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| 1/20/2021 | Pending sale | $323,000$355/sqft |
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| 1/5/2021 | Contingent | $323,000$355/sqft |
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| 12/12/2020 | Pending sale | $323,000$355/sqft |
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| 12/9/2020 | Price change | $323,000-0.6%$355/sqft |
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| 12/5/2020 | Price change | $325,000-1.5%$357/sqft |
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| 11/26/2020 | Listed for sale | $330,000+39.2%$363/sqft |
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| 11/30/2016 | Listing removed | $237,000$260/sqft |
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| 10/23/2016 | Price change | $237,000-3.3%$260/sqft |
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| 10/15/2016 | Price change | $245,000-2%$269/sqft |
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| 9/28/2016 | Listed for sale | $250,000+53.8%$275/sqft |
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| 10/28/2014 | Sold | $162,500$179/sqft |
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| 9/27/2014 | Price change | $162,500-7.1%$179/sqft |
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| 9/13/2014 | Listed for sale | $174,900$192/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $712 +2.9% | $59,379 +6% |
| 2025 | $692 +3% | $56,023 +1% |
| 2024 | $672 +2.8% | $55,459 +4.2% |
| 2023 | $654 +2.7% | $53,205 +25.9% |
| 2022 | $636 +3.2% | $42,251 +32.2% |
| 2021 | $616 +3% | $31,961 +4.1% |
| 2020 | $598 -2.9% | $30,708 |
| 2019 | $616 +3% | $30,708 +31.3% |
| 2018 | $598 +12.5% | $23,390 +11.1% |
| 2017 | $532 | $21,062 +0.4% |
| 2016 | $532 | $20,980 +18.1% |
| 2015 | $532 +2.9% | $17,772 +12.2% |
| 2014 | $517 | $15,842 +16.9% |
| 2013 | $517 | $13,547 |
| 2012 | -- | $13,547 -3.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $14,068 -18.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $17,312 -31.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $25,217 -11.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $28,409 -13.6% |
| 2007 | -- | $32,897 +20% |
| 2006 | -- | $27,415 +18.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $23,111 +21.3% |
| 2004 | -- | $19,052 +2.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $18,601 +0.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $18,551 |
| 2001 | -- | $18,551 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Old Northwest - West University
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Peavine Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Archie Clayton Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 7/10Reno High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 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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