Welcome to 890 Barney St in Merced — a charming 1951 home full of character and opportunity. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath residence offers comfortable living spaces with both a family room and separate living room, providing flexibility for everyday living or entertaining. The kitchen features a gas stove, ample storage, and a view of the backyard. Enjoy the added bonus of a large attached screened porch — ideal for hobbies, additional entertaining space, or relaxing evenings. The property also includes RV parking on a concrete slab, an attached garage, and a private backyard patio perfect for gatherings, barbecues, or outdoor enjoyment. Situated on a corner lot, this home offers great potential for a first-time buyer, investor, or anyone looking to add their own personal touch to a vintage gem. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this Merced property your own — schedule your private showing today.
East Merced, located between Yosemite Avenue and G Street, is a residential and commercial Merced neighborhood with broad arterial boulevards and a campus-adjacent feel. The neighborhood’s energy concentrates around the Yosemite Avenue and G Street corridor, where taquerias, boba counters, small groceries, and late-night bites keep the sidewalks active. Housing ranges from mid-century ranch homes to newer subdivisions with wide driveways and tidy front yards. Tree-lined pockets break up the grid, while shopping centers and service plazas shape daily routines. Community touchstones include the Merced Multicultural Arts Center, the Merced County Courthouse Museum, and the Merced Theatre downtown.
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Offer insights
890 Barney · $299,000
$299K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $299K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
118 days
The average home goes pending in 48 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.4%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
One-level home with all bedrooms on the main floor
Front entry
View
Bedrooms
Two main-level bedrooms
Bathrooms
One full bathroom
Kitchen
No kitchen appliance details provided
Laundry & utility
Laundry area located in the garage
Flooring
No flooring details provided
Heating & cooling
Wall heater
Wall/window cooling
Exterior features
Corner lot
No pool
Home design
Single-story house
No shared/common walls
Parking
Attached garage (1 car)
One total parking space
Security
No security details provided
Construction
Year built source: Assessor
Utilities
Public sewer
District/public water
HOA & community
Urban community setting
Financial info
No financial details provided
Other
Single-unit property
Parcel number 034047005000
Electricity and solar
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Follow the yellow brick road into the magical world of homeownership with this charming starter home that will have you clicking your heels with delight for this Vintage Gem with old world charm! Built in 1951, this single-family residence with 2 beds and an updated bathroom is a piece of history, offering comfortable spaces to start your journey. The cozy kitchen features a gas stove and plenty of storage with a view into the backyard. Both a family room and a living room provide your family space and privacy. The home offers a large attached screened porch for hobbies and adjacent to this RV parking on a concrete slab. A private backyard patio allows for outdoor gatherings, barbecue, or a safe place for the children to play. With a garage attached to the house, you'll have plenty of room for parking and storage on this corner lot. So, dust off your ruby slippers and meet with the new neighbors and watch their renovations while you embark on your adventure. Share your safety tips and tricks, and together, you'll create a neighborhood that's more vibrant than the Emerald City itself. With a little touch of courage, determination and imagination, you'll transform this house into your very own. Contact me today to arrange a tour and make your dreams come true! There's nothing else quite like it!
Public Records
Mar 1, 2000
Sold
$73,000
$59/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,794 (+5.7%)
$88,434 + $166,464
$254,898
2024
$2,643 (+138.1%)
$86,700 + $163,200
$249,900
2023
$1,110 (+1.6%)
$85,000 + $160,000
$245,000
2022
$1,093 (+0.4%)
$36,924 + $70,899
$107,823
2021
$1,089 (−0.6%)
$36,200 + $69,509
$105,709
2020
$1,095 (+1.6%)
$35,491 + $68,147
$103,638
2019
$1,077 (+9.8%)
$35,128 + $67,449
$102,577
2018
$982 (−3.5%)
$34,440 + $66,127
$100,567
2017
$1,017 (+1.8%)
$33,103 + $63,560
$96,663
2016
$999 (+1.7%)
$33,103 + $63,560
$96,663
2015
$982 (+2.3%)
$32,454 + $62,314
$94,768
2014
$960 (+10.6%)
$31,341 + $60,176
$91,517
2013
$868 (+39.8%)
$31,341 + $60,176
$91,517
2012
$621 (−6.7%)
$15,000 + $70,000
$85,000
2011
$666 (+2.0%)
$11,000 + $51,000
$62,000
2010
$652 (−10.0%)
$8,000 + $57,000
$65,000
2009
$725 (−13.3%)
$8,000 + $57,000
$65,000
2008
$836
$35,000 + $39,000
$74,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,075 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,233
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,233
Year built
1951
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Merced County
APN
034047005000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
R-1-6
Low Density Residential-6 District
The R-1 zoning district is intended to stabilize, protect, and encourage the establishment and maintenance of a suitable environment for detached single-family dwellings, duplexes, and other land uses typically compatible with or authorized by state law for a low-density residential setting. The R-1 zoning district is divided into R-1-6 allowing for a range of minimum lot sizes.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Office-Other
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 104° 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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Historical weather
Merced, CA • 95340
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Sun exposure
76/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9 hrs
4.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 890 Barney
$296,489
$2,511 under list price of $299K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $250K to $355K.