Charming Craftsman with Income Potential in the Lowell DistrictWelcome to this beautifully remodeled Craftsman-style property, a perfect blend of timeless charm and modern updates, located in the historic Lowell District of Fresno. This property offers a unique opportunity for both first-time home buyers and savvy investors, with a freshly updated main house and a tenant-occupied studio apartment in the back.The main house features four spacious bedrooms and one bathroom, showcasing classic Craftsman details like wooden columns, high baseboards, and a welcoming front porch with room for a cozy rocking chair. Inside, you'll find freshly upgraded laminate flooring, new interior and exterior paint, and large windows that flood the home with natural light from all directions.The back studio apartment, complete with its own bathroom and alleyway parking access, provides an excellent source of rental income to help offset the mortgage.Situated close to the eclectic shops, breweries, and restaurants of both downtown Fresno and the Tower District, this property is perfectly located for enjoying all the area has to offer.Don't miss this opportunity to own a piece of Fresno history with built-in income potential. Schedule your showing today!
Sold for $275,000
$275,000
231 N Effie St, Fresno, CA 93701
4beds
2baths
1,902sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
6,250.86 Square Feet Lot
$271,800 Zestimate®
$145/sqft
$2,208 Estimated rent
Home value
$271,800
$245,000 - $302,000
$2,208/mo
Zestimate® history
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Listed by:
Douglas Dart DRE #01327834 559-960-5915,
Dart Realty
Bought with:
Crystal Ansay, DRE #01850335
Diamond Realtors
Darla Togo, DRE #01850512
Diamond Realtors
Source: Fresno MLS,MLS#: 621796Originating MLS: Fresno MLS
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 1
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 3
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 4
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bathroom
- Features: Tub/Shower
Dining room
- Features: Family Room/Area
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Basement
- Area: 0
Heating
- Floor or Wall Unit
Cooling
- Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: F/S Range/Oven
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,902
- Total interior livable area: 1,902 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Open
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered, Other
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,250 sqft
- Dimensions: 50 x 125
- Features: Urban
Details
- Additional structures: Accessory Dwelling Unit
- Parcel number: 45925209
- Zoning: RS5
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Wood Subfloor
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: Gas Meter
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Fresno
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/31/2025 | Listing removed | $1,400$1/sqft |
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| 6/20/2025 | Listed for rent | $1,400$1/sqft |
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| 5/14/2025 | Sold | $275,000-8%$145/sqft |
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| 4/13/2025 | Pending sale | $299,000$157/sqft |
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| 4/7/2025 | Price change | $299,000-1.6%$157/sqft |
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| 3/6/2025 | Price change | $304,000-2.9%$160/sqft |
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| 1/8/2025 | Price change | $313,000-1.9%$165/sqft |
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| 12/18/2024 | Price change | $319,000-2.7%$168/sqft |
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| 12/4/2024 | Price change | $328,000-1.5%$172/sqft |
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| 11/21/2024 | Listed for sale | $333,000$175/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $518 +3.7% | $37,284 +2% |
| 2024 | $499 +1.9% | $36,554 +2% |
| 2023 | $490 +1.3% | $35,839 +2% |
| 2022 | $484 +2.7% | $35,137 +2% |
| 2021 | $471 +0.4% | $34,449 +1% |
| 2020 | $469 +3.7% | $34,097 +2% |
| 2019 | $453 +2.1% | $33,430 +2% |
| 2018 | $443 +1.7% | $32,775 +2% |
| 2017 | $436 +3.1% | $32,133 +2% |
| 2016 | $423 +1.4% | $31,504 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $417 +3.1% | $31,032 +2% |
| 2014 | $404 | $30,425 +0.4% |
| 2013 | -- | $30,289 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $29,697 +10% |
| 2011 | -- | $27,009 +0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $26,808 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $26,873 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $26,347 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $25,831 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $25,326 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $24,830 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $24,344 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $23,899 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $23,431 +2% |
| 2001 | $305 | $22,972 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Central
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Susan B. Anthony Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Tehipite Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 3/10Roosevelt High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Anthony
- Middle: Tehipite
- High: Roosevelt
Source: Fresno MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Fresno County
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- 93701
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- 231 N Effie St
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