261 W 26th St

808 Sq. Ft.
$278 / Sq. Ft.
808
Sq. Ft.
$278
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Incredible Investment Opportunity in the Heart of Merced! Unlock the potential of this prime property featuring desirable R 1-6 zoning, offering flexibility and future possibilities for the savvy investor. Situated in a convenient, central Merced location, this property is packed with opportunity from the ground up. Currently improved with a 2-bedroom, 1-bath home, this fixer is ready for transformation...whether you’re looking to renovate, rebuild, or reimagine the space entirely. The property also...Incredible Investment Opportunity in the Heart of Merced! Unlock the potential of this prime property featuring desirable R 1-6 zoning, offering flexibility and future possibilities for the savvy investor. Situated in a convenient, central Merced location, this property is packed with opportunity from the ground up. Currently improved with a 2-bedroom, 1-bath home, this fixer is ready for transformation...whether you’re looking to renovate, rebuild, or reimagine the space entirely. The property also includes a detached garage and additional storage structures, providing extra functionality and value. Bring your tool belt and vision...this is your chance to create something special and add a strong asset to your investment portfolio. With its zoning, location, and upside potential, opportunities like this don’t come around often. Don’t miss your chance to invest in the future of Merced!
  1. Listed by Larissa Sherman • DRE #01869953 • Brokerage DRE #00463722 • London Properties Ltd, Atwater • 209-658-3260

Property Details for 261 West 26th Street

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Neighborhood
Parking Spaces Total
1
Private Pool
No
Cooling Type
See Remarks
Total Units
1.0
Building Type
Detached
Lot Size Source
Assessor
Living Area
808
LISTING UPDATED: 03/25/2026 11:46 PM

Property Details for 261 West 26th Street

StatusActive
MLS #MC26057948
Days on Compass11
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,500 SF
CountyMerced County

Location

Listing Courtesy of London Properties Ltd, Atwater, Larissa Sherman, DRE #01869953
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Building Information for 261 West 26th Street

Stories1Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,500 SF

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Property Information for 261 West 26th Street

Income / Expense / Tax Details
Tax / Assessment Info
  • Tax Block: 14
  • CFD/Mello-Roos Fee: $82
  • Tax Lot: 9
Community / Development
Community / Development
  • Assessments YN: Yes
  • Assessments: Unknown
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
Property / Structure Info
Interior Features
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Main Level Bathrooms: 1
  • Main Level Bedrooms: 2
  • Kitchen Features: Wood Counter
  • Laundry: Yes
  • Laundry Features: See Remarks
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplace Rooms: Living Room
  • Fireplace: FP in Living Room
  • Cooling: See Remarks
  • Heating Type: None
  • Heating: None
  • Heat Equipment: N/K
  • Flooring: Other
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Frame
  • Roof: Composition
  • Entry Location: front
  • Structure Type: House
  • Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Description: None
  • Pool: false
  • Pool Heat: N/K
  • Spa: false
Land/Lot Info
  • Lot Features: 0-1 Unit/Acre
  • Lease Considered: No
  • Available For Lease: No
  • Land Lease: No
  • Land Lease Type: Fee
  • Elevation: 0
  • Levels: One
  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Sewer/Septic: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public
  • Electric: Other
  • Water Source: Public
Parking Info
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Garage Spaces: 1
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Attached Garage: No
Property / Structure Info
  • Residential Styles: Detached
  • Residential Unit Location: No Common Walls

Property History for 261 West 26th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 26, 2026

Listed (Active)

METROLIST #226036975

$225,000
Mar 25, 2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #MC26057948MR

$225,000
Mar 25, 2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #MC26057948

$225,000
Mar 25, 2026

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #MC26057948

$225,000
Nov 12, 2025

Withdrawn

CRMLS #MC25122745

$250,000
Nov 12, 2025

Withdrawn

CLAW #MC25122745MR

Sep 18, 2025

Pending

CRMLS #MC25122745

Sep 17, 2025

Withdrawn

SDMLS #MC25122745

$250,000
Sep 17, 2025

Pending

CLAW #MC25122745MR

Sep 17, 2025

Pending

SDMLS #MC25122745

Aug 13, 2025

Price Change

CLAW #MC25122745MR

$250,000
Jul 15, 2025

Price Change

CLAW #MC25122745MR

$275,000
Jul 15, 2025

Price Change

CRMLS #MC25122745

$275,000
Jun 2, 2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #MC25122745

$320,000
Jun 2, 2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #MC25122745MR

$320,000
Jun 2, 2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #MC25122745

$320,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/26/2026

Listed (Active)

METROLIST #226036975

$225,000
03/25/2026

Listed (Active)

CLAW #MC26057948MR

$225,000
03/25/2026

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #MC26057948

$225,000
03/25/2026

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #MC26057948

$225,000
11/12/2025

Withdrawn

CRMLS #MC25122745

$250,000
11/12/2025

Withdrawn

CLAW #MC25122745MR

09/18/2025

Pending

CRMLS #MC25122745

09/17/2025

Withdrawn

SDMLS #MC25122745

$250,000
09/17/2025

Pending

CLAW #MC25122745MR

09/17/2025

Pending

SDMLS #MC25122745

08/13/2025

Price Change

CLAW #MC25122745MR

$250,000
07/15/2025

Price Change

CLAW #MC25122745MR

$275,000
07/15/2025

Price Change

CRMLS #MC25122745

$275,000
06/02/2025

Listed (Active)

CRMLS #MC25122745

$320,000
06/02/2025

Listed (Active)

CLAW #MC25122745MR

$320,000
06/02/2025

Listed (Active)

SDMLS #MC25122745

$320,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 261 West 26th Street

Taxable ValueLand$28,716Additions$40,319Total$69,035
Tax Record2025$702 ($59 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt808 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt808 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925Year Renovated1953CountyMERCEDAPN030-024-014-000Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 261 West 26th Street

This home is within Merced City Elementary School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 3 to 6
Rating
School
Distance
John Muir Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Herbert Hoover Middle School
Public7 to 8

Merced High School
Public9 to 12

Joe Stefani Elementary School
Public3 to 6

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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261 West 26th Street is a single family home for sale in Merced, CA 95340. This property was listed for sale on March 25, 2026 by London Properties Ltd, Atwater, it's currently listed at $225,000. This listing's school districts are Merced Union High School District, Merced City Elementary School District. Nearby schools include John Muir Elementary School, Herbert Hoover Middle School and Merced High School. 261 West 26th Street is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 808 sqft single family home built in 1925.

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Listing Courtesy of London Properties Ltd, Atwater, Larissa Sherman, DRE #01869953

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