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About this home
This 1950s cottage at 581 Silva Ave offers a thoughtful balance of original character and functional modern updates. Spanning 1,404 square feet, the interior features classic hardwood floors and large windows that bring in plenty of natural light throughout the day. The kitchen has been updated with newer cabinetry and butcher block countertops, providing a clean and practical workspace. Beyond the main living areas, the dedicated laundry room includes a built-in seating area, adding a bit of extra utility to the daily routine. The home's layout now includes four bedrooms and two bathrooms, all maintained with a focus on simplicity and comfort. Sustainability is a key feature here, as the home is equipped with a fully paid-for solar power system. Outside, a long driveway leads to a detached garage that includes a workshop and additional storage space ideal for projects or organization. The backyard is a bright, open space that enjoys plenty of sun, offering a versatile area for outdoor activities. Blending mid-century roots with sensible renovations, this property provides a solid, well-appointed home in a central Santa Rosa location.
Junior College, located between Mendocino Avenue and Santa Rosa Avenue, is a residential and academic Santa Rosa neighborhood with leafy side streets and a campus-centered rhythm. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along Mendocino Avenue near Elliott Avenue, where taquerias, coffee counters, and small storefronts line the walkable strip. Santa Rosa Junior College anchors the area with Spanish Revival buildings, quads, and steady foot traffic. Nearby, the Luther Burbank Home & Gardens adds a quiet, historic counterpoint. Housing skews to early- and mid-century bungalows and small apartment courts, with front porches and mature trees shaping the streetscape. Bike lanes and bus stops stitch the neighborhood to downtown without changing its calm, lived-in feel.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Dining room
Living room
Family room
Brick wood-burning fireplace in the family room
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms, all on the main level
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Primary bathroom with shower stall
Other bathroom features include a shower stall, stone, and tub with shower over
Kitchen
Butcher block counters
Built-in gas range
Free-standing gas range
Gas cooktop
Disposal
Microwave
Laundry & utility
Inside laundry area
220-volt laundry hookup
Flooring
Wood flooring
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central cooling
Ceiling fans
Exterior features
Covered deck
Front porch
Wood fencing
Artificial grass
Front landscaping
Low-maintenance landscaping
Seller-owned solar panels
Home design
Single-family residence
One story
South-facing
Parking
Detached parking
2 garage spaces
5 total parking spaces
Utilities
Cable available
Public sewer
220-volt kitchen hookup
Solar power
HOA & community
No HOA
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
Soak up the charm in this elegant single-level 4 bedroom 2 bathroom home nestled on a spacious lot in a highly revered neighborhood. Enter this classic home with gorgeous hardwood floors and plenty of windows offering an abundance of natural light throughout. The home has a harmonious flowing floorplan with the primary bedroom and ensuite bathroom on one side. The chef's kitchen features butcher block countertops, newer cabinets and quality stainless appliances featuring a Viking range. There is a laundry room that has a seating area and lots of space for hobbies too. Walk out and relax in the sunny backyard with a delightful blend of serenity, privacy and functionality. There's a long driveway with room for multiple cars leading to your detached garage that has a workshop room and generous storage area with utilities and water for your convenience. This sought-after location is close to everything! You can embrace tranquil surroundings and take advantage of outdoor activities in nearby Franklin Park and green spaces, yet still be in a prime location close to every amenity imaginable. Move right in and enjoy nearby parks, restaurants and Taco Tuesday fun. It has solar power to save on utilities. Welcome home to this must-see property!
Public Records
Oct 4, 2016
Sold
$599,000
$427/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 26, 2009
Sold
$370,000
$264/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,096 (+16.0%)
$324,360 + $486,540
$810,900
2024
$7,839 (+1.5%)
$318,000 + $477,000
$795,000
2023
$7,725 (+6.7%)
$272,507 + $409,047
$681,554
2022
$7,239 (+1.2%)
$267,164 + $401,027
$668,191
2021
$7,152 (+0.2%)
$261,926 + $393,164
$655,090
2020
$7,136 (+0.5%)
$256,791 + $385,455
$642,246
2019
$7,099 (+0.5%)
$254,158 + $381,503
$635,661
2018
$7,063 (+1.8%)
$249,175 + $374,023
$623,198
2017
$6,935 (+79.7%)
$239,500 + $359,500
$599,000
2015
$3,860 (+6.5%)
$133,150 + $204,925
$338,075
2014
$3,625
$128,581 + $197,894
$326,475
2013
$3,627 (−11.3%)
$128,581 + $197,894
$326,475
2012
$4,087
$128,000 + $197,000
$325,000
2011
$4,086 (+6.3%)
$146,000 + $219,000
$365,000
2010
$3,844 (+274.4%)
$146,000 + $219,000
$365,000
2009
$1,027 (+2.0%)
$138,000 + $208,000
$346,000
2007
$1,006
$25,670 + $69,570
$95,240
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,900 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1970
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,404
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,404
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sonoma County
APN
180330022000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
Dec 19, 2017 • Final
Residential addition-alteration
Install roof mounted solar panels on a residential building.
Electrical
Solar
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 92° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
10/10 Air Factor
21 unhealthy days expected this year, 21 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Santa Rosa, CA • 95404
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Santa Rosa. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.9 hrs
6.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 581 Silva Ave
$801,266
$6,266 over list price of $795K
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