Step back in time to the enchanting allure of the 1940s with this delightful mid-century home tucked away in a charming area of Tulare. Nestled in a quiet neighborhood close to all the essentials, schools, and just a hop away from the freeway, this charming residence beckons with its timeless coved ceilings and an updated kitchen that effortlessly blends vintage elegance with modern functionality. A new roof and newer AC unit ensure worry-free living, while newer large windows flood the space with natural light and boost energy efficiency along with a smart garage door opener for your convenience. The allure extends beyond the interior with a sprawling 8,800 sqft lot, boasting backyard alley access - a paradise for outdoor gatherings and accommodating extra vehicles, be it a boat or RV. This home isn't just a house; it's a cozy retreat where mid-century charm meets contemporary comfort, offering a canvas for a lifetime of memories. Welcome home to your perfect blend of history, style, and convenience!
Sold for $280,000
$280,000
856 E Academy Avenue, Tulare, CA 93274
3beds
1,230sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1940
8,800 Square Feet Lot
$308,600 Zestimate®
$228/sqft
$1,787 Estimated rent
Home value
$308,600
$293,000 - $324,000
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Modern functionalityCharming residenceNewer ac unitSmart garage door openerUpdated kitchenNew roofNewer large windows flood
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Listed by:
Luz M Scott-Lenger 559-798-7563,
Century 21 Jordan-Link & Company
Bought with:
Ederlen Gutierrez Alvarado, DRE #02175992
Cen Cal Real Estate Group
Source: TCMLS,MLS#: 226605
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Wall/Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Oven, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Range
- Laundry: Inside, Laundry Room, Washer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Combination, Laminate
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,230
- Total interior livable area: 1,230 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Alley Access, Garage Door Opener, RV Access/Parking
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 8,800 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Garden, Irregular Lot, Near Public Transit, Park Nearby
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 170172020000
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Combination, Raised, Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Tulare
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $228/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $285,600
- Annual tax amount: $3,119
- Date on market: 11/19/2023
- Cumulative days on market: 29 days
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/25/2024 | Sold | $280,000+0%$228/sqft |
Source:  TCMLS #226605 Report a problem | ||
| 12/18/2023 | Pending sale | $279,995$228/sqft |
Source: TCMLS #226605 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2023 | Price change | $279,9950%$228/sqft |
Source: TCMLS #226605 Report a problem | ||
| 12/5/2023 | Price change | $280,000-1.8%$228/sqft |
Source: TCMLS #226605 Report a problem | ||
| 11/28/2023 | Price change | $284,999-0.2%$232/sqft |
Source: TCMLS #226605 Report a problem | ||
| 11/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $285,500+1042%$232/sqft |
Source: TCMLS #226605 Report a problem | ||
| 10/11/2001 | Sold | $25,000-66.9%$20/sqft |
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| 3/21/2001 | Sold | $75,462+10.1%$61/sqft |
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| 10/14/1999 | Sold | $68,509$56/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,119 +133.1% | $285,600 +123.9% |
| 2024 | $1,338 +2.7% | $127,560 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,303 +3.1% | $125,060 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,263 | $122,609 +2% |
| 2021 | -- | $120,205 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,266 -2.3% | $118,972 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,296 +1.8% | $116,639 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,273 +1.1% | $114,352 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,260 +4.7% | $112,110 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,203 | $109,912 +2.7% |
| 2015 | $1,203 +0.8% | $107,000 -1.8% |
| 2014 | $1,194 | $109,000 +67.7% |
| 2013 | -- | $65,000 +1.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $64,000 -1.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $65,000 -23.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $84,701 +4.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $81,079 +2.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $79,288 +1.7% |
| 2004 | -- | $77,931 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $76,500 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $75,000 +8.1% |
| 2001 | -- | $69,360 |
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Neighborhood: 93274
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GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Wilson Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Cherry Avenue Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Tulare Union High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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- Tulare County
- Tulare
- 93274
- 856 E Academy Avenue
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