Welcome to this charming 1954 California classic in the heart of Sunnyvales Washington Park neighborhood! This 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home has been lovingly cared for and holds endless potential for its next chapter. With some thoughtful updates made during its time as a rental, it now awaits a visionary buyer ready to bring their dream home to life. The 1,144 sqft home has an unpermitted bonus 304 sqft family room just off the kitchen adds valuable living space, perfect for gatherings or creative use. You'll also appreciate the small basement ideal for extra storage or a hobby space. The original character blends seamlessly with opportunity: think modern finishes, expanded living areas, and a backyard oasis tailored to your style. Whether you're a first-time buyer or seeking a personalized forever home, this property offers a rare chance to invest in one of Silicon Valley's most desirable communities. Don't miss your opportunity to reimagine this Sunnyvale gem!
Sold for $2,100,000
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$2,100,000
948 W Olive Ave, Sunnyvale, CA 94086
3beds
1,144sqft
Single Family Residence, Residential
Built in 1954
5,814 Square Feet Lot
$2,041,800 Zestimate®
$1,836/sqft
$4,669 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,041,800
$1.86M - $2.25M
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Small basementBackyard oasisValuable living space
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Christina Hood 01820455 650-382-2880,
Keller Williams Palo Alto 650-454-8500
Bought with:
Rim Bose, 02077114
Redfin
Source: MLSListings Inc,MLS#: ML82001702
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: ShoweroverTub1
Dining room
- Features: DiningArea
Family room
- Features: KitchenFamilyRoomCombo
Kitchen
- Features: Countertop_Granite
Heating
- Central Forced Air Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Electric Oven/Range
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,144
- Total interior livable area: 1,144 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Off Street
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Back Yard, Barbecue
Lot
- Size: 5,814 Square Feet
Details
- Parcel number: 16501008
- Zoning: R0
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Crawl Space
- Roof: Tile
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1954
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: PublicUtilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public Utilities, Water Public
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Sunnyvale
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $1,836/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $2,091,000
- Annual tax amount: $25,750
- Date on market: 4/24/2025
- Listing agreement: ExclusiveRightToSell
- Listing terms: CashorConventionalLoan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/9/2025 | Sold | $2,100,000-4.5%$1,836/sqft |
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| 5/16/2025 | Contingent | $2,198,000$1,921/sqft |
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| 4/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,198,000$1,921/sqft |
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| 5/11/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/4/2021 | Price change | $3,695-7.5%$3/sqft |
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| 4/5/2021 | Listed for rent | $3,995$3/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $25,750 +222.1% | $2,091,000 +208.7% |
| 2024 | $7,994 +0.9% | $677,274 +2% |
| 2023 | $7,920 +1.6% | $663,995 +2% |
| 2022 | $7,797 +1% | $650,977 +2% |
| 2021 | $7,722 +1.3% | $638,213 +1% |
| 2020 | $7,624 | $631,670 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,624 +4.3% | $619,286 +2% |
| 2018 | $7,307 | $607,144 +2% |
| 2017 | $7,307 +1.3% | $595,240 +2% |
| 2016 | $7,212 +3.5% | $583,569 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,968 +2% | $574,804 +2% |
| 2014 | $6,831 | $563,546 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $561,000 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $550,000 +157.2% |
| 2011 | -- | $213,826 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $212,229 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $212,734 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $208,564 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $204,476 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $200,468 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $196,538 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $192,685 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $189,155 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $185,447 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $181,811 |
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Neighborhood: Washington Park
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 10/10Cumberland Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Sunnyvale Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 10/10Homestead High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: CumberlandElementary
- Middle: SunnyvaleMiddle
- High: HomesteadHigh
- District: Sunnyvale
Source: MLSListings Inc. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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Estimated market value
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- California
- Santa Clara County
- Sunnyvale
- 94086
- Washington Park
- 948 W Olive Ave
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