Timeless Character Meets Modern Living. This beautifully updated Craftsman-style home showcases timeless architectural character, inviting front porch charm, and classic early-1900s curb appeal. Thoughtfully remodeled to enhance everyday functionality while preserving the warmth and charm of its era, this special property offers the perfect blend of vintage appeal and modern comfort. Additional living space has also been added, creating even more versatility and livability. At the heart of the home is a spacious, updated kitchen designed to impress, featuring upgraded cabinetry, quartz countertops, tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a custom hood, farmhouse sink, recessed lighting, and a gas range—ideal for both daily living and entertaining. The updated primary bathroom offers a spa-like touch with a walk-in shower and dual sinks, while the home’s original character continues to shine through with beautiful wood floors, a coffered ceiling, built-ins throughout, and the timeless details that make homes of this era so desirable. Enter outside to the thoughtfully designed backyard created for both comfort and entertaining, complete with a fire pit and plenty of space to relax, gather, or play. Also a higher fence for privacy. Ideally located in the heart of downtown Merced, this home offers the added appeal of being just moments from local dining, shopping, coffee spots, parks, and community events, making it easy to enjoy all the convenience and charm of downtown living. All this, plus a newer roof, new gutters, aaaand. .. the best spot for a lemonade stand! Call now!!
Single-familyProperty Type
1912Year Built
8,250 sq ftLot Size
$241Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jeff Lawry•DRE #01310152• London Properties Ltd - Merced
Contact: 209-261-8969
Bought with Mary Camper•DRE #01870330• London Properties Ltd - Merced
Vintge Home on Elegant Street Approx. Acreage: <1 Acre
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,274 (+2.5%)
$53,266 + $149,713
$202,979
2025
$2,219 (+5.7%)
$53,266 + $149,713
$202,979
2024
$2,098 (+1.4%)
$52,222 + $146,778
$199,000
2023
$2,069 (+1.4%)
$51,199 + $143,900
$195,099
2022
$2,041 (+0.2%)
$50,196 + $141,079
$191,275
2021
$2,037 (−0.7%)
$49,212 + $138,313
$187,525
2020
$2,052 (+1.5%)
$48,248 + $135,601
$183,849
2019
$2,022 (+9.7%)
$47,754 + $134,211
$181,965
2018
$1,844 (−15.2%)
$46,818 + $131,580
$178,398
2017
$2,175 (+1.2%)
$45,000 + $150,000
$195,000
2016
$2,150 (+11.1%)
$45,000 + $150,000
$195,000
2015
$1,936 (+18.6%)
$45,000 + $147,000
$192,000
2014
$1,632 (+53.7%)
$30,000 + $116,000
$146,000
2013
$1,062 (+16.1%)
$30,000 + $116,000
$146,000
2012
$914 (−18.4%)
$15,000 + $82,000
$97,000
2011
$1,121 (+2.1%)
$11,000 + $72,000
$83,000
2010
$1,098 (+3.6%)
$8,000 + $92,000
$100,000
2009
$1,059 (−48.9%)
$8,000 + $92,000
$100,000
2008
$2,073
$35,000 + $65,000
$100,000
Tax history for 303 W 21st
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$2,274 (+2.5%)
$53,266 + $149,713
$202,979
2025
$2,219 (+5.7%)
$53,266 + $149,713
$202,979
2024
$2,098 (+1.4%)
$52,222 + $146,778
$199,000
2023
$2,069 (+1.4%)
$51,199 + $143,900
$195,099
2022
$2,041 (+0.2%)
$50,196 + $141,079
$191,275
2021
$2,037 (−0.7%)
$49,212 + $138,313
$187,525
2020
$2,052 (+1.5%)
$48,248 + $135,601
$183,849
2019
$2,022 (+9.7%)
$47,754 + $134,211
$181,965
2018
$1,844 (−15.2%)
$46,818 + $131,580
$178,398
2017
$2,175 (+1.2%)
$45,000 + $150,000
$195,000
2016
$2,150 (+11.1%)
$45,000 + $150,000
$195,000
2015
$1,936 (+18.6%)
$45,000 + $147,000
$192,000
2014
$1,632 (+53.7%)
$30,000 + $116,000
$146,000
2013
$1,062 (+16.1%)
$30,000 + $116,000
$146,000
2012
$914 (−18.4%)
$15,000 + $82,000
$97,000
2011
$1,121 (+2.1%)
$11,000 + $72,000
$83,000
2010
$1,098 (+3.6%)
$8,000 + $92,000
$100,000
2009
$1,059 (−48.9%)
$8,000 + $92,000
$100,000
2008
$2,073
$35,000 + $65,000
$100,000
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,250 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,667
Year built
1912
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Merced County
APN
030281009000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
R-2
Low Medium Density Residential District
The R-2 zoning district is intended to stabilize, protect, and encourage the establishment and maintenance of a suitable environment for single-family dwellings, duplex homes, limited multi-family dwellings, and other land uses typically compatible with a low to medium-density residential setting.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Office-Other
Property details
Parking
Parking / Garage Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Garage - Side Entry
Has Parking
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Interior
Laundry Information
Has Laundry
Inside
Kitchen Information
Appliances: Gas Range, Dishwasher
Has Appliances
Separated
Quartz Counters, Remodeled Kitchen
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Upgraded, Walk-in shower, Double Sinks In Master Bath, Vanity area
Cooling Information
Central
Has Cooling
Room Information
All Bedrooms Down
Fireplace Information
Dining Room
Has Fireplace
Flooring Information
Wood
Heating Information
Central Furnace
Has Heating
Interior Features
Entry Level: 1
Entry Location: 1
Quartz Counters, High Ceilings (9 Feet+), Pantry, Recessed Lighting, Open Floor Plan, Coffered Ceiling(s)
Levels: One
Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Main Level Bedrooms: 3
Exterior
Exterior Information
Structure Type: House
Roof: Composition
Foundation Information
Foundation Details: Raised
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Porch - Front
Has Patio
Pool Features: None
Lot Information
Elevation Units: Feet
Lot Size Source: Assessor's Data
Lot Features: Corner Lot
Property Information
Total # of Units: 1
Common Walls: No Common Walls
Living Area Source: Seller
Parcel Number: 030281009000
Total # of Stories: 1
Has View
Year Built Source: Assessor
Property ADU: No
Financial
Assesments Information
Assessments: Unknown
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: District/Public
Location
Neighborhood Information
Community Features: Suburban
School Information
High School District: Merced City
Location Information
Latitude: 37.30467800
Longitude: -120.47808500
Directions: From M st, east on 21st
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,667
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,250 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1912
Year Renovated: —
County: Merced County
APN: 030281009000
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 9, 2026
Other
Listing Information
IDX Contact Info: 209-261-8969
Days Active in MLS: 1
Continuous Days Active in MLS: 1
Listing Agent Information
List Agent First Name: Jeff
List Agent Last Name: Lawry
Listing Office Information
List Office Name: London Properties Ltd - Merced
Selling Agent Information
Buyer Agent First Name: Mary
Buyer Agent Last Name: Camper
Selling Office Information
Buyer Office Name: London Properties Ltd - Merced
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Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Don Stowell Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.9mi
3/10
Herbert Hoover Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
5/10
Merced High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
4/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
34 unhealthy days expected this year, 35 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 13.2 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$416,000 – $503,000
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