$660,000
SOLD JUL 3, 2025

18365 Van Buren Ave Salinas, CA 93906

Bolsa Knolls Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,203 Sq Ft
5,663 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$549 Per Sq Ft

6% Below List Price

181 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Family or Dining Combination
  • 1-Story Property
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Wood Burning Fireplace

About This Home

As of July 2025

Investor Special! Fix & Flip Opportunity Priced to Sell at $665,000. This is a fantastic opportunity for real estate investors, fix-and-flip buyers, or owner-occupant buyers using FHA 203(k) or Conventional renovation loans. Located in a highly desirable neighborhood, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offers approximately 1,203 sq ft of living space and is priced well below market value at $665,000. The property is being sold "as-is" and features solid bones, a functional layout, and a generous lot size making it an ideal candidate for renovation. With nearby renovated homes selling for around $785,000, the potential return on investment is significant. Perfect for house flippers, investors, or buyers looking to add value to their rental portfolio. Cash, hard money, FHA 203(k), Conventional renovation loans, and other financing options are welcomed. Conveniently located near schools, shopping, and freeways, this property offers both strong rental demand and resale potential.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Dwayne Davis

Elite Realty License #01505309 Listed on: 12/01/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Cinthya Castaneda Amparo

Remax Property Experts License #02203074

Remax Property Experts

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,819

Year Built

  • Built in 1975

Lot Details

  • 5,663 Sq Ft Lot
  • Zoning described as R-M-3.6

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Tile Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,203 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family or Dining Combination

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 253-274-008-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,819

Year Built

Built in 1975

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 49
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1203
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Zoning Description: R-M-3.6
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Separate Family Room
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Dining Area in Family Room
  • Living Sq Ft: 1203
  • Stories: 1
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Slab
  • Roof: Tile

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Max: 2
  • Garage Min: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Heating System: Central Forced Air, Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Schools

  • School District: Salinas Union High
  • Elementary School: Santa Rita Elementary
  • Middle School: Gavilan View Middle
  • Elementary School: 590
  • Middle School: 588

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 253-274-008-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.1300
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 5663.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 5663.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Salinas Union High
  • Elementary School Text: Santa Rita Elementary
  • Middle School Text: Gavilan View Middle

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 1, 2024
Closed on
Jun 30, 2025
Sold by
Marquez Jose R and Marquez Katherine C
Bought by
Avalos Guillermo Tena and Avalos Melisa Tena
Seller's Agent
Dwayne Davis
Elite Realty
Buyer's Agent
Cinthya Castaneda Amparo
Remax Property Experts
List Price
$705,000
Sold Price
$660,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$45,000
-6.38%
Views
428

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.08%
Original Mortgage
$627,000
Outstanding Balance
$627,000
Interest Rate
6.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$43,856
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $660,000 First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $627,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/03/2025 07/03/25 Sold $660,000 -0.8% $549 / Sq Ft
05/31/2025 05/31/25 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2025 05/01/25 Price Changed $665,000 -5.7% $553 / Sq Ft
12/01/2024 12/01/24 For Sale $705,000 -- $586 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $2,819 $237,317 $71,762 $165,555
2024 $2,819 $232,664 $70,355 $162,309
2023 $2,599 $228,103 $68,976 $159,127
2022 $2,572 $223,631 $67,624 $156,007
2021 $2,527 $219,248 $66,299 $152,949
2020 $2,415 $217,001 $65,620 $151,381
2019 $2,342 $212,747 $64,334 $148,413
2018 $2,411 $208,576 $63,073 $145,503
2017 $2,436 $204,487 $61,837 $142,650
2016 $2,364 $200,478 $60,625 $139,853
2015 $2,344 $197,468 $59,715 $137,753
2014 $2,245 $193,601 $58,546 $135,055
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • D

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Dwayne Davis

    Elite Realty

    (831) 905-9522

    1 in this area

    4 Total Sales

    Dwayne Davis
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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML81985841

MLSListings

APN: 253-274-008-000

California Monterey County Salinas 93906 Bolsa Knolls

18365 Van Buren Ave, Salinas, CA

This home is located at 18365 Van Buren Ave, Salinas, CA 93906 and is currently priced at $660,000, approximately $548 per square foot. This property was built in 1975. 18365 Van Buren Ave is a home located in Monterey County with nearby schools including Everett Alvarez High School and Anthem Christian School.

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