640 Charles Street is Historical, Turn-of-the-Century Charm, Steps from Luther Burbank Gardens. Own a piece of Santa Rosa history! This 1900s bungalow at 640 Charles Street is a rare find in the heart of downtown. While it retains its original flare and redwood siding, this home has had a modern revival. Prime Location: Located just steps from the Luther Burbank Home & Gardens, offering a serene, cultural escape right in your backyard. The Layout: 2 bedrooms and 1 bath with an attic space, providing a versatile footprint for a creative renovation. Outdoor provides a 4,800-square-foot lot offering plenty of room with beautiful landscaping in your private urban oasis. The Downtown Lifestyle offers a walkable Urban Living. Ditch the commute and embrace the vibrant downtown at 640 Charles Street. Stroll to the Old Courthouse Square for the Wednesday Night Market or live music events. Commuter Friendly, just over a mile from the Santa Rosa Downtown SMART station, making Bay Area travel a breeze. Enjoy immediate access to the dining and shopping at Santa Rosa Plaza and nearby local favorites like Grossman's Noshery & Bar, Russian River Brewing home of Pliny the Elder and Pliny the Younger. This stylish historical gem is waiting for you. Don't let this one pass you by.
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
$618Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Debra Johnson•DRE #01385466• Berkshire Hathaway Home Services Sonoma County Properties
•707-869-9011 (agent)
•debraj@sonic.net (agent)
Bought with Doug Bohling•DRE #00924996• Artisan Sotheby's Int'l Realty
Est. $2,845 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 640 Charles St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BAREIS #326027693
Apr 23, 2026
Sold
$560,000
$618/sq ft
Apr 16, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 9, 2026
Contingent
—
Apr 3, 2026
Listed
$549,000
$606/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 12, 2019
Sold
$399,000
$440/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,028 (+1.6%)
$181,481 + $272,507
$453,988
2024
$4,950 (+1.5%)
$177,923 + $267,164
$445,087
2023
$4,877 (+6.7%)
$174,435 + $261,926
$436,361
2022
$4,569 (+1.3%)
$171,015 + $256,791
$427,806
2021
$4,513 (+0.2%)
$167,662 + $251,756
$419,418
2020
$4,502 (+46.8%)
$164,375 + $246,820
$411,195
2019
$3,066 (+0.6%)
$162,690 + $244,290
$406,980
2018
$3,049 (+611.2%)
$103,558 + $163,707
$267,265
2017
$429 (+33.5%)
$9,075 + $24,702
$33,777
2015
$321 (+6.6%)
$8,898 + $24,218
$33,116
2014
$301
$8,594 + $23,388
$31,982
2013
$301 (+2.2%)
$8,594 + $23,388
$31,982
2012
$294 (+2.6%)
$8,556 + $23,283
$31,839
2011
$287 (+1.7%)
$8,389 + $22,827
$31,216
2010
$282 (−0.6%)
$8,225 + $22,380
$30,605
2009
$284 (+2.6%)
$8,164 + $22,213
$30,377
2007
$277
$8,024 + $21,830
$29,854
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,800 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1950
Sq. Ft.
906
Year built
1900
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sonoma County
APN
009261007000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
Dec 19, 2019 • Final
Residential electrical
Upgrade the main electrical service panel from 100 amps to 200 amps.
Electrical
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Total: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Total): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 2
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: None
Heating: MultiZone
Interior Features
Appliances: Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Tankless Water Heater
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Free Standing, Gas Piped, Living Room
Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Inside Area, Washer Included
# of Stories: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Room Types: Attic, Kitchen, Living Room
Basement: None
Dining Room Features: Space in Kitchen
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Butlers Pantry
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room
Exterior
Exterior Features
Allows Horses: No
Pool Information
Has Private Pool: No
Has Spa: No
Property Information
ADU 2nd Unit: No
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Utilities
Utilities Information
Utilities: Internet Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
School Information
School District County: Calaveras
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 906
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 4,800 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 1950
County: Sonoma County
APN: 009261007000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Luther Burbank Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.3mi
5/10
Montgomery High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being 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
8/10 Air Factor
15 unhealthy days expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Santa Rosa, CA • 95404
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Sun exposure
78/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.7 hrs
4.9 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$579,000 – $701,000
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