A rare opportunity to own a beautifully preserved Victorian in Santa Rosa's highly desirable Junior College neighborhood. Built in 1900 and offering 2,561 sq ft with 4 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms, this remarkable home blends timeless architectural character with thoughtful updates and exceptional versatility. From the moment you arrive, the home's period craftsmanship stands out: a shingled exterior accented by multiple styles of lap siding, eyebrow detailing above the front gable window, and an inviting partial wraparound front porch. Inside, soaring 10+ foot ceilings, original hardwood floors with intricate inlay detailing, original and restored wavey-glass windows, pocket windows, transom windows, and three impressive 8+ foot pocket doors showcase the craftsmanship of another era. Much of the interior plaster was beautifully restored in 2021, while doors and trim throughout the home were carefully stripped, refinished, and repainted to highlight their original detail. The expansive floor plan offers multiple living and entertaining spaces, including a formal living room, family room, dining room, and spacious kitchen. A large, clean basement provides excellent utility and laundry space, while the substantial attic offers additional possibilities for storage or future use. One of the home's most significant improvements is a completely new foundation installed in 2004, an exceptional upgrade for a residence of this vintage. Additional recent improvements include landscaping, exterior repairs and paint, and other thoughtful maintenance. Home and pest inspections have already been completed, providing buyers valuable information and added peace of mind. Set on an approximately 8,063 sq ft corner lot, the property features beautifully maintained grounds and a detached two-car garage. The corner configuration and potential access from Howard Street create an exciting opportunity to explore an ADU or additional use of the property, subject to buyer verification and applicable approvals. Rich in history, character, and craftsmanship yet exceptionally functional for today 826 Slater Street is ideally located near the shopping, dining, schools, and tree-lined streets that make the Junior College neighborhood one of Santa Rosa's most sought-after areas.
Single-familyProperty Type
1900Year Built
8,063 sq ftLot Size
$390Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Brandon Kraus•DRE #01991318• W Real Estate
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
Interior features
Formal entry
Open beam ceiling
Finished basement
Attic
Dining room
Family room
Living room
Office
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms (home has two stories)
Bathrooms
3 bathrooms (2 full, 1 partial)
Kitchen
Butler's pantry
Kitchen island
Tile counters
Compactor
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal
Free-standing gas range
Free-standing refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer included
Dryer included
Laundry room
Flooring
Carpet
Wood
Heating & cooling
Central heating
Central air conditioning
Gas-log fireplace (1)
Exterior features
Front porch
Wrap-around porch
Balcony
Full fencing
Garden
Front landscaping
Low-maintenance yard
Home design
Single-family residence
Residential property
Two-story
Street-level entrance
Composition roof
Parking
Detached garage facing side
2-car garage
Paved driveway
Total parking for 4 vehicles
Security
Smoke detector
Construction
Composition roof
Utilities
Internet available
Natural gas connected
Public sewer
HOA & community
No association
Not a senior community
Electricity and solar
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Remove the existing stone and mortar foundation along with the cracked basement slab. Replace them with a new two-story concrete foundation.
Grading
Remodel
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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
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
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 826 Slater St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $650,000 and $1,380,000.
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