Welcome to a rare opportunity in Orangevale's desirable Colony neighborhood! Rich in history and character, this original dairy farmhouse was built in 1897, with a second-story addition completed in 1922, creating a truly unique property filled with timeless charm and endless potential. Privately perched atop a hill on .61 acres, this 1,767 sq. ft. home offers 3 bedrooms and a full bath upstairs, while the main level features separate living and family rooms, a spacious dining area, kitchen, laundry room, and half bath. Relax on the expansive covered front porch overlooking the lush grassy yard, or enjoy the covered back porch with views of the fenced pool area. Ideal for contractors, investors, or anyone seeking a rewarding restoration project, this one-of-a-kind property is ready to be brought back to its former glory. The grounds offer abundant parking for RVs, boats, trucks, and recreational toys, along with a BBQ area, fenced garden, and mature landscaping. Conveniently located within the highly regarded San Juan Unified School District and just minutes from shopping, dining, parks, and everyday amenities.
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Price cut: $26K (8/27)
$549,000
8601 Central Ave, Orangevale, CA 95662
3beds
1,767sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1922
0.61 Acres Lot
$536,700 Zestimate®
$311/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fenced gardenMature landscapingBbq areaSpacious dining areaLaundry room
- 104 days
- 4,831
- 364
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michelle Nosal DRE #01818179 916-718-1037,
Windermere Signature Properties Fair Oaks,
Todd Davis DRE #02237660 916-276-6057,
Windermere Signature Properties Fair Oaks
Source: MetroList Services of CA,MLS#: 226040173Originating MLS: MetroList Services, Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Dining room
- Features: Other
Kitchen
- Features: Laminate Counters
Heating
- Floor Furnace
Cooling
- Other
Appliances
- Laundry: Inside Room
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,767 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: No Garage
Features
- Has private pool: Yes
- Pool features: Vinyl
Lot
- Size: 0.61 Acres
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 25902920120000
- Zoning: RD-5
- Special conditions: Offer As Is
- Horses can be raised: Yes
- Horse amenities: Other
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1922
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Other
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Other
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Orange Vale Colony
Location
- Region: Orangevale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $311/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $75,018
- Price range: $549K - $549K
- Date on market: 5/21/2026
Estimated market value
$536,700
$510,000 - $564,000
$3,125/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/27/2026 | Price change | $549,000-4.5%$311/sqft |
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| 8/6/2026 | Price change | $575,000-3.8%$325/sqft |
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| 7/14/2026 | Price change | $598,000-7.9%$338/sqft |
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| 6/19/2026 | Price change | $649,000-3.9%$367/sqft |
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| 5/21/2026 | Listed for sale | $675,000$382/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $75,018 +2% |
| 2025 | $851 +1.1% | $73,548 +2% |
| 2024 | $842 +2.6% | $72,107 +2% |
| 2023 | $820 +0.7% | $70,695 +2% |
| 2022 | $814 +1.8% | $69,310 +2% |
| 2021 | $800 +1.9% | $67,952 +1% |
| 2020 | $786 +2.1% | $67,257 +2% |
| 2019 | $769 +2.5% | $65,939 +2% |
| 2018 | $750 -0.1% | $64,647 +2% |
| 2017 | $751 +6.7% | $63,381 +2% |
| 2016 | $704 +4% | $62,140 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $677 | $61,208 +2% |
| 2014 | $677 | $60,010 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $59,740 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $58,569 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $57,422 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $56,993 +1.8% |
| 2008 | -- | $56,010 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $54,913 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $53,838 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $52,783 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $51,749 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $50,802 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $49,807 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $48,831 +35.2% |
| 2000 | -- | $36,114 |
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