$850,000
SOLD JUL 23, 2026

596 California Ave Reno, NV 89509

MidTown Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,127 Sq Ft
5,009 Sq Ft Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 23, 2026

$400 Per Sq Ft

11% Below List Price

116 Days on Market

Highlights

  • High Ceiling
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Tandem Parking
  • Wood Frame Window
  • Brick or Stone Mason
  • Mini Split Air Conditioners

About This Home

As of July 2026

Rare opportunity to own a duplex in the highly sought-after Old Southwest Reno neighborhood along the iconic California Avenue corridor. Multi-family properties in this historic district are exceptionally scarce, with very few opportunities coming to market over the years, making this a true legacy asset. Ideally located just minutes from Midtown Reno, Downtown Reno, and the scenic Truckee River, the property offers unbeatable access to some of Reno's most vibrant dining, nightlife, and outdoor recreation. Enjoy walkability to local favorites like The Brewer's Cabinet and nearby coffee shops, boutiques, and parks. The property is move-in ready and features fresh interior paint throughout. The front unit lives like a single-family home, featuring its own private front and backyard, an increasingly rare amenity in this urban setting. The rear unit is thoughtfully separated and includes a private fenced patio, providing excellent privacy for tenants or guests. This versatile property is perfectly suited for an owner-occupant seeking supplemental income or an investor looking to secure a high-demand rental in one of Reno's most established and desirable neighborhoods. With limited multi-family inventory and strong rental appeal, this is a standout opportunity in a high-barrier-to-entry market.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jonathan Hughes

RE/MAX Professionals-Reno License #BS.146570 Listed on: 01/29/2026

Last Buyer's Agent

Douglas Barker

Solid Source Realty License #BS.145881

Solid Source Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,364

Year Built

  • Built in 1926

Lot Details

  • 5,009 Sq Ft Lot
  • Drip System Landscaping
  • Level Lot
  • Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
  • Sprinklers on Timer

Home Design

  • Duplex
  • Brick or Stone Mason
  • Stone Foundation
  • Pitched Roof
  • Shingle Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stick Built Home

Interior Spaces

  • 2,127 Sq Ft Home
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Vinyl Clad Windows
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Blinds
  • Wood Frame Window
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven
  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Laminate
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • 2 Parking Spaces Included
  • Tandem Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed

Schools

  • Hunter Lake Elementary School
  • Swope Middle School
  • Reno High School

Utilities

  • Mini Split Air Conditioners
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Wall Furnace
  • Separate Meters
  • Individual Gas Meter
  • Separate Water Meter: 2
  • Electric Water Heater
  • Internet Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 011-203-02

Community Details

Overview

  • 2 Buildings
  • 2 Units
  • Reno Community
  • Newlands Terrace Subdivision

Building Details

  • 2 Vacant Units
  • 2 Separate Electric Meters
  • 2 Separate Gas Meters

Property Details

Home Type

Multi-Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,364

Year Built

Built in 1926

Lot Details

5,009 Sq Ft Lot

Listing Details

  • Year Built: 1926
  • Property Sub Type: Duplex
  • Property Type: Residential Income
  • Lot Features: Landscaped, Level, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.12
  • Is Senior Community?: No
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector(s), Keyless Entry
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 1934-o
  • Co List Office Phone: 775-345-3070
  • Special Conditions: None
  • Subdivision Name: Newlands Terrace
  • Has Cooling?: Yes
  • Has Fireplace?: Yes
  • Contract Rent Control Y N: No
  • Meter Information Separate Meters Y N: Yes
  • Meter Information Separate Electric Meters Y N: Yes
  • Meter Information Separate Gas Meters Y N: Yes
  • Meter Information Separate Water Meters Y N: Yes
  • Building Accessibility Features Y N5: No
  • Tax Legal Community Name5: Reno
  • Outdoor Living Spaces: Patio
  • Insulation Details: Unknown
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Disposal, Dishwasher, Electric Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Laminate, Varies
  • Number Of Buildings: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings
  • Window Features: Vinyl Frames, Blinds, Drapes, Double Pane Windows, Wood Frames, Varies
  • Unit1 Furnished3: Unfurnished
  • Unit2 Furnished6: Unfurnished
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings
  • Sprinklers: Automatic, Drip System, Front, Rear
  • Window Features: Vinyl Frames, Blinds, Drapes, Double Pane Windows, Wood Frames, Varies

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: None
  • Roof: Pitched, Composition, Shingle
  • Construction Type: Brick, Concrete, Shingle Siding
  • Foundation Details: Full Perimeter, Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Has Attached Garage?: No
  • Parking Features: Tandem
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.0
  • Unit1 Garage Attached Y N: No
  • Unit1 Parking Capacity Per Unit: 2.0
  • Unit2 Garage Attached Y N2: No

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cellular Coverage, Internet Available, Water Meter Installed, Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Laundry Features: In Unit, Washer Hookup, Varies By Unit, Electric Dryer Hookup
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Wall Furnace
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Mini Split(s)

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Swope

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 011-203-02
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Full, Front Yard
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5009.0
  • Zoning: Mf14

Multi Family

  • Number Of Units Total: 2
  • Number Of Units Vacant: 2
  • Number Of Separate Electric Meters: 2
  • Number Of Separate Gas Meters: 2
  • Number Of Separate Water Meters: 2

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 1364.44

MLS Schools

  • Elementary School: Hunter Lake
  • HighSchool: Reno

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 16, 2013
Closed on
Jul 18, 2013
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Paddy Egan
Urban Real Estate Investments
Buyer's Agent
Randy Roesch
Sierra Sothebys Intl. Realty
List Price
$349,900
Sold Price
$331,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$18,400
-5.26%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.97%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 15, 2011
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 1, 2009
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 23, 2004
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$236,000
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
Unknown

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 12, 2001
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$128,000
Interest Rate
6.89%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 22, 1998
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Bargain Sale Deed $331,500 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Accommodation
Bargain Sale Deed -- Accommodation
Bargain Sale Deed $285,000 First Centennial Reno
Bargain Sale Deed $295,000 Stewart Title Of Northern Nv
Bargain Sale Deed $160,000 Western Title Inc
Deed $142,500 First American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $357,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $270,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $235,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $236,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $128,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/23/2026 07/23/26 Sold $850,000 -4.5% $400 / Sq Ft
05/13/2026 05/13/26 Price Changed $889,999 -1.1% $418 / Sq Ft
03/20/2026 03/20/26 Price Changed $899,999 -2.7% $423 / Sq Ft
02/27/2026 02/27/26 Price Changed $925,000 -2.6% $435 / Sq Ft
01/29/2026 01/29/26 For Sale $950,000 +186.6% $447 / Sq Ft
07/31/2013 07/31/13 Sold $331,500 -5.3% $156 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/11/2013 06/11/13 Pending -- -- --
05/16/2013 05/16/13 For Sale $349,900 -- $165 / Sq Ft
Source: Northern Nevada Regional MLS

Tax History

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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
2026 $1,473 $91,866 $62,344 $29,523
2025 $1,364 $91,587 $62,344 $29,243
2024 $1,364 $91,781 $62,344 $29,437
2023 $1,325 $88,516 $62,344 $26,172
2022 $1,287 $69,396 $47,647 $21,749
2021 $1,198 $57,953 $37,174 $20,779
2020 $1,124 $53,915 $33,250 $20,665
2019 $1,091 $52,526 $32,851 $19,675
2018 $1,041 $45,485 $26,600 $18,885
2017 $1,010 $45,343 $26,600 $18,743
2016 $985 $43,423 $24,990 $18,433
2015 $251 $28,850 $10,710 $18,140
2014 $955 $25,900 $8,925 $16,975
2013 -- $26,807 $10,521 $16,286
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northern Nevada Regional MLS

MLS Number: 260001026

Northern Nevada Regional MLS

APN: 011-203-02

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