Charming 1916 home in Santa Rosa’s sought-after Northwest neighborhood, ideally situated directly across the street from the Finley Community Center, with its outdoor pool, pickleball courts, playgrounds, and programs for all ages. Just a short distance to the Safeway Shopping Center for everyday convenience. This updated and remodeled 4-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers just under 2,000 square feet of flexible living space on a generous 8,625 square foot lot. The main level welcomes you with a bright living room featuring a classic fireplace, a large well-appointed kitchen, dedicated dining area, bedroom, full bath and direct garage access. Two additional bonus rooms provide outstanding versatility, ideal for a home office, media room or guest quarters. The upper level houses additional bedrooms served by a second full bath and multiple storage areas. Year-round comfort with multi-unit cooling. Laundry closet with washer and dryer included. Step outside into a private, fully fenced backyard retreat with mature shade trees, a spacious wooden deck with white railings, a covered gazebo patio perfect for dining and entertaining, and multiple seating areas nestled among mature landscaping. A detached storage shed/workshop offers added utility. New roof! Two-car attached garage with front-facing access plus additional parking accommodates up to five or 6 vehicles. Private sewer, public water, R-1-6 zoning, no HOA. Whether you’re an owner-occupant, investor, or buyer with a renovation vision, this property delivers exceptional value in a prime location.
Current real estate data for Single Family in Santa Rosa as of Jun 05, 2026
292
Single Family Listed
25
Avg DOM
597
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,612,351
Avg List Price
Property Details
Price:
$725,000
MLS #:
326043303
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
santarosanorthwest
Finished Sq Ft:
1,984
Lot Size:
8,625 sqft / 0.20 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1916
Schools
Interior
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
Multi Units
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Carpet
Heating
MultiUnits
Interior Features
Formal Entry, Storage
Laundry Features
Dryer Included, Laundry Closet, Washer Included
Levels
One, Two
Exterior
Garage Spaces
2
Lot Features
Dead End, Landscape Misc, Shape Regular
Open Parking Spaces
4
Parking Features
Attached, RV Possible, Unassigned, Uncovered Parking Space
Parking Spots
6
Parking Total
6
Stories
2
Financial
Map
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Community
- Address1685 W College Avenue Santa Rosa CA
- CitySanta Rosa
- CountySonoma
- Zip Code95401
Property Summary
- 1685 W College Avenue Santa Rosa CA is a Single Family for sale in Santa Rosa, CA, 95401. It is listed for $725,000 and features 4 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,984 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1916. The current price per square foot is $365. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Santa Rosa is $597. The average listing price for Single Family in Santa Rosa is $1,612,351. To schedule a showing of MLS#326043303 at 1685 W College Avenue in Santa Rosa, CA, contact your Compass agent at 707-955-5774.
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