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    $770,000

    2985 Socrates Dr, Reno, NV 89512

    6beds
    3,493sqft
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    $4,994/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1988
    0.35 Acres Lot
    $761,300 Zestimate®
    $220/sqft
    $28/mo HOA

    What's special

    Large detached garageExpansive corner settingPrimary suiteOversized drivewaySix bedroomsProminent corner lot
    TAKE ANOTHER LOOK this wonderful home has Just been updated! Upstairs has complete new paint, carpet and luxury vinyl flooring and new tile in primary bath! Positioned on a prominent corner lot in one of Reno's most connected locations, this rare opportunity offers the space, layout, and potential that today's buyers dream about. With six bedrooms and a footprint surrounded by neighboring luxury properties reaching well over our price, this home is the perfect chance to create substantial upside and long-term value. Did we mention the views from almost every window? Located just moments from University of Nevada, Reno and steps from McCarran Boulevard, the property places you minutes from Downtown Reno, Midtown, shopping, dining, medical facilities, and easy freeway access to all parts of Northern Nevada. The home itself is ready for transformation. 3 Beds on main level, including primary suite, additional 3 bedrooms 1 bath and flex/bonus space downstairs. Flooring, kitchen, and bathrooms offer a blank canvas for remodeling and customization, making this an incredible option for investors, multigenerational living, student housing possibilities, or buyers wanting to build equity in a premier location. Outside, the oversized driveway, expansive corner setting, and large detached garage create flexibility rarely found in this price range , ideal for hobbies, storage, additional vehicles, workshops, or future creative use. This house was used to provide a nurturing environment for many, many students from all over the world as they attended UNR to become professors, doctors, engineers, and overall leaders in their communities. Priced intentionally below surrounding comparable properties, 2985 Socrates Drive is more than a home, it's an opportunity to reimagine, renovate, and unlock the full potential of an exceptional Reno location.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Linda Christensen S.184713 775-550-3738,

    RE/MAX Gold

    Source: NNRMLS,MLS#: 260006214MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 6
      • Bathrooms: 3
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      Heating
      • Forced Air, Natural Gas
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Oven
      • Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room, Shelves, Washer Hookup
      Features
      • Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Master Downstairs, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl, Tile
      • Windows: Aluminum Frames, Blinds, Double Pane Windows
      • Basement: Finished
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,493
      • Total interior livable area: 3,493 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
      • Garage spaces: 3
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 1
      • Patio & porch: Uncovered, Porch
      • Exterior features: Rain Gutters
      • Spa features: None
      • Fencing: Back Yard,Partial
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: City, Mountain(s), Valley
      Lot
      • Size: 0.35 Acres
      • Features: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Front
      Details
      • Additional structures: None
      • Parcel number: 00350116
      • Zoning: PD

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Foundation: Crawl Space
      • Roof: Composition,Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1988

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public
      • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Internet Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Cellular Coverage

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: University Heights 2 Phase 2
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: None
      • Services included: Security, Snow Removal
      • HOA fee: $165 semi-annually
      • HOA name: University Ridge Homeowners Association
      Location
      • Region: Reno

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $220/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $376,377
      • Annual tax amount: $3,552
      • Date on market: 5/16/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 86 days
      • Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan

        Estimated market value

        $761,300

        $723,000 - $799,000

        $4,038/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        8/6/2026Price change$770,000-2.5%$220/sqft
        Source: NNRMLS #260006214 Report a problem
        7/24/2026Price change$790,000+0.8%$226/sqft
        Source: NNRMLS #260006214 Report a problem
        6/15/2026Price change$784,000-7.7%$224/sqft
        Source: NNRMLS #260006214 Report a problem
        6/3/2026Price change$849,000-2.9%$243/sqft
        Source: NNRMLS #260006214 Report a problem
        5/16/2026Listed for sale$874,000+124.7%$250/sqft
        Source: NNRMLS #260006214 Report a problem
        6/28/2017Sold$389,000-2.5%$111/sqft
        Source: NNRMLS #170004936 Report a problem
        5/24/2017Price change$399,000-7.2%$114/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Complete Realty #170004936 Report a problem
        5/18/2017Price change$429,900-2.3%$123/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Complete Realty #170004936 Report a problem
        4/20/2017Listed for sale$439,900+41%$126/sqft
        Source: RE/MAX Complete Realty #170004936 Report a problem
        7/3/2002Sold$312,000+57.6%$89/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        9/15/1995Sold$198,000$57/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026$3,553 +2.9%$131,732 -1.7%
        2025$3,452 +3%$133,997 +0.8%
        2024$3,352 +3.1%$132,991 +3.5%
        2023$3,253 +2.9%$128,541 +12.7%
        2022$3,162 +3.2%$114,012 +16.8%
        2021$3,065 +25.3%$97,601 +17.1%
        2020$2,446 -20.2%$83,345
        2019$3,065 +25.3%$83,345 +5.4%
        2018$2,446 +9%$79,078 +5.2%
        2017$2,244 $75,192 +0.2%
        2016$2,244 $75,045 +0.1%
        2015$2,244 +3.1%$74,993 +7.5%
        2014$2,176 $69,743 +21.2%
        2013$2,176 $57,551
        2012-- $57,551 -9.6%
        2011-- $63,638 -12.6%
        2010-- $72,821 -18.2%
        2009-- $89,061 -22.3%
        2008-- $114,592
        2007-- $114,592 +7.9%
        2006-- $106,228 +41.4%
        2005-- $75,100 +8%
        2004-- $69,510 +1.5%
        2003-- $68,477 +0.7%
        2002-- $67,997
        2001-- $67,997
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Northeast

        Getting around

        20 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        31 / 100
        Some Transit
        33 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Peavine
        • Middle: Clayton
        • High: Hug

        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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