872 Carr Ave

970 Sq. Ft.
$709 / Sq. Ft.
970
Sq. Ft.
$709
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Vintage Cottage Charm in the Heart of Santa Rosa. Step into the warmth of a lovingly preserved 1940 cottage nestled in the sought-after Santa Rosa Junior College neighborhood. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home blends vintage character with thoughtful modern updates including a renovated bathroom, newer hardwood floors in the primary bedroom, and a private concrete patio perfect for outdoor living. The lush grounds are graced by a majestic mature beech and Douglas fir tree, while an ever-changing tapestry...Vintage Cottage Charm in the Heart of Santa Rosa. Step into the warmth of a lovingly preserved 1940 cottage nestled in the sought-after Santa Rosa Junior College neighborhood. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home blends vintage character with thoughtful modern updates including a renovated bathroom, newer hardwood floors in the primary bedroom, and a private concrete patio perfect for outdoor living. The lush grounds are graced by a majestic mature beech and Douglas fir tree, while an ever-changing tapestry of seasonal blooms and flowering plants brings color and life to the garden throughout the year. And when you're ready to venture out, everything you need is just a 15-20 minute walk away from the green open spaces of Franklin Park to the beloved aisles of Community Market and Pacific Market, and local favorites like Goji Kitchen, Willi's Wine Bar, and Santa Rosa Taqueria just around the corner. All of this on a generous 5,500 sq ft lot, with 970 sq ft of cozy, move-in ready living space plus a detached 240 sq ft garage perfect for covered parking, a workshop, studio, or additional storage. A rare find with the soul of a bygone era and the comfort of today.
  1. Listed by Derek J Stefan • DRE #02250511 • Brokerage DRE #01263505 • Sonoma Coast Living

Property Details for 872 Carr Avenue

Architectural Style
Cottage, Traditional, Vintage
Cross Street
Beaver Street
Total Parking Spaces
3

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LISTING UPDATED: 04/14/2026 06:33 AM

Property Details for 872 Carr Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #326030947
Days on Compass1
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1940
Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,501 SF
CountySonoma County

Location

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Building Information for 872 Carr Avenue

Stories1Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,501 SF

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Property Information for 872 Carr Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/District: Santa Rosa-Northeast
  • Area Short Display: B0200
  • Directions to Property: From Mendocino Avenue heading north, turn right on Carr Ave., cross Humboldt Street, 872 is on the right side of the street between Orchard and Beaver Streets.
  • Accessibility Features: Grab Bars
  • Area Long Display: Santa Rosa-Northeast
  • Property Faces: North
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Association Fee: $0
  • APN: 180-450-059-000
Parking
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Media Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Square Footage: 970.0
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Year Built Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5502.0
  • Lot Features: Auto Sprinkler F&R, Curb(s), Garden, Landscape Front, See Remarks
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Property and Assessments
  • Security Features: Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector
  • Senior Community: No
  • Picture Count: 39
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  • Construction Materials: Concrete, Lap Siding, Wood, Wood Siding
Utilities
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
  • Sewer: Sewer Public
  • Water Source: Water Public
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electric, Internet Available, Natural Gas Connected, Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Paved Driveway, Paved Sidewalk
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Front Yard, Full, Partial, Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete, Concrete Perimeter, Raised
  • Stories: 1
  • Levels: 1 Story
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Street Entrance
  • Patio And Porch Features: Back Porch, Front Porch, Uncovered Patio
  • Pool: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Basement: None
  • Bath Features: Double Sinks, Shower Stall(s), Stone, Tile, Window
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathrooms: 1.0
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Kitchen Features: Granite Counter
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Free Standing Gas Oven, Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Gas Cook Top, Gas Water Heater, Hood Over Range
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Gas Hook-Up, Inside Room, Washer Included
  • # of Fireplaces: 0
  • # of Rooms: 5
  • Room Type: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Spa: No
  • Window Features: Dual Pane Full, Window Coverings, Window Screens
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • # of Units: 0
Multi-Family Additional Information
  • 2nd Unit Approx SqFt: 0.0
  • 2nd Unit Rents for: $.00
Unit 2
  • ADU/2nd Unit: No

Property History for 872 Carr Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 13, 2026

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #326030947

$688,000
Aug 1, 2003

Sold

RESFAR #20317009

$342,500
Jul 18, 2003

Pending

RESFAR #20317009

Jul 1, 2003

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #20317009

$329,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/13/2026

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #326030947

$688,000
08/01/2003

Sold

RESFAR #20317009

$342,500
07/18/2003

Pending

RESFAR #20317009

07/01/2003

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #20317009

$329,000

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

Public Records for 872 Carr Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$227,478Additions$259,467Total$486,945
Tax Record2025$5,508 ($459 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt970 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt970 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940Year Renovated1948CountySONOMAAPN180-450-059-000

Schools near 872 Carr Avenue

This home is within Santa Rosa High School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Charter - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Steele Lane Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Santa Rosa Middle School
Public7 to 8

Santa Rosa High School
Public9 to 12

Santa Rosa Charter School For The Arts
CharterK to 8

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872 Carr Avenue is a single family home for sale in Santa Rosa, CA 95404. This property was listed for sale on April 13, 2026 by Sonoma Coast Living, it's currently listed at $688,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on August 1, 2003. This listing's school districts are Santa Rosa High School District, Santa Rosa Elementary School District. Nearby schools include Steele Lane Elementary School, Santa Rosa Middle School and Santa Rosa High School. 872 Carr Avenue is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 970 sqft single family home built in 1940.

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