Welcome to your perfect urban oasis! This stunning 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home boasts 1,498 square feet of modern living space and has recently undergone impressive updates, creating a harmonious blend of contemporary design and classic charm. Situated in the heart of downtown Santa Rosa, this property offers the convenience of city living while maintaining a serene and low-maintenance environment. Remodeled Kitchen: The heart of this home has been transformed into a chef's dream with a beautifully remodeled kitchen. Enjoy the elegance and functionality of butcher block countertops, providing a warm and inviting atmosphere for meal preparation and entertaining. Updated Flooring: Step inside to discover new vinyl laminate flooring. Additionally, plush carpeting in the bedrooms offers comfort and coziness, making this home the ideal haven for relaxation. Spacious Living Areas: The open-concept design of the main living areas creates an inviting space for spending quality time with family and friends. The abundant natural light enhances the warm ambiance, creating an atmosphere that is both comfortable and inviting. The master bedroom is a private retreat that offers a tranquil escape from the world, it provides a personal sanctuary for unwinding after a long day.
Single-familyProperty Type
1978Year Built
3,040 sq ftLot Size
$451Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Shawn Hermosillo•DRE #01470710• W Real Estate
•707-280-5040 (agent)
•hermosillogroup@gmail.com (agent)
Bought with Alice Curtis•DRE #01079362• CMA North Bay
Sweat equity opportunity! Look past the bold colors and worn surfaces and see the possibilities. Transform this well-lived house into a home you can love. Great West End location near Railroad Square, this detached single-family home is crying out with potential. Downstairs you'll find the large living room, separate dining room, galley kitchen, and a good-sized laundry room with a convenient half-bath. Upstairs are 2 nicely proportioned secondary bedrooms, a shared hall bath with shower over tub, and the primary suite featuring its own full bath with shower over tub and an exterior deck with view of the Santa Rosa hills. Some repairs are needed to plumbing, older electrical, and siding in addition to the obvious exterior and interior paint, carpet, flooring, etc. For those who don't mind a few projects, here is your opportunity to own a home of your own.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,287 (+1.6%)
$260,100 + $390,150
$650,250
2024
$7,176 (+432.7%)
$255,000 + $382,500
$637,500
2023
$1,347 (+6.6%)
$250,000 + $375,000
$625,000
2022
$1,264 (+1.2%)
$21,758 + $92,509
$114,267
2021
$1,249 (+0.2%)
$21,332 + $90,696
$112,028
2020
$1,246 (+0.5%)
$20,914 + $88,918
$109,832
2019
$1,239 (+0.5%)
$20,700 + $88,007
$108,707
2018
$1,233 (+1.8%)
$20,295 + $86,282
$106,577
2017
$1,211 (+4.5%)
$19,508 + $82,933
$102,441
2015
$1,159 (+6.5%)
$19,126 + $81,307
$100,433
2014
$1,088 (−0.1%)
$18,470 + $78,518
$96,988
2013
$1,089 (+1.6%)
$18,470 + $78,518
$96,988
2012
$1,072 (+2.0%)
$18,387 + $78,164
$96,551
2011
$1,051 (+1.5%)
$18,027 + $76,632
$94,659
2010
$1,035 (−0.6%)
$17,674 + $75,130
$92,804
2009
$1,041 (+2.0%)
$17,542 + $74,569
$92,111
2007
$1,021
$17,240 + $73,282
$90,522
Tax history for 839 Ripley St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,287 (+1.6%)
$260,100 + $390,150
$650,250
2024
$7,176 (+432.7%)
$255,000 + $382,500
$637,500
2023
$1,347 (+6.6%)
$250,000 + $375,000
$625,000
2022
$1,264 (+1.2%)
$21,758 + $92,509
$114,267
2021
$1,249 (+0.2%)
$21,332 + $90,696
$112,028
2020
$1,246 (+0.5%)
$20,914 + $88,918
$109,832
2019
$1,239 (+0.5%)
$20,700 + $88,007
$108,707
2018
$1,233 (+1.8%)
$20,295 + $86,282
$106,577
2017
$1,211 (+4.5%)
$19,508 + $82,933
$102,441
2015
$1,159 (+6.5%)
$19,126 + $81,307
$100,433
2014
$1,088 (−0.1%)
$18,470 + $78,518
$96,988
2013
$1,089 (+1.6%)
$18,470 + $78,518
$96,988
2012
$1,072 (+2.0%)
$18,387 + $78,164
$96,551
2011
$1,051 (+1.5%)
$18,027 + $76,632
$94,659
2010
$1,035 (−0.6%)
$17,674 + $75,130
$92,804
2009
$1,041 (+2.0%)
$17,542 + $74,569
$92,111
2007
$1,021
$17,240 + $73,282
$90,522
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,040 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1979
Sq. Ft.
1,498
Year built
1978
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sonoma County
APN
010101008000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
R-3-18
Multi-Family Residential District - 18 du per acre
The R-3 zoning districts are applied to areas of the City appropriate for residential neighborhoods with medium and higher residential densities, to provide home rental and ownership opportunities, and to provide a full range of choices in housing types to improve access to affordable housing. The maximum allowable density ranges from 8 to 30 dwellings per acre, with the specific allowable density for each parcel shown on the zoning map by a numerical suffix to the R-3 map symbol see Section 20-22.040. Densities of more than 30 dwellings per acre may be allowed within the Mixed Use land use designation of the General Plan; The R-3 zoning districts implement and are consistent with the Residential Medium Density and Medium High Density land use classifications of the General Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture-Other
Day care facility
Healthcare-Other
Housing-Group
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Student
Housing-Other
Infrastructure-Other
Housing-Mobile home park
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Total: 2
Parking Features: Attached
Garage Spaces: 1
Driveway Sidewalks: Paved Sidewalk
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Total): 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 3
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: None
Heating: Central
Interior Features
Appliances: Gas Cook Top
Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
Laundry Features: Hookups Only
# of Stories: 2
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Butcher Block Counters
Levels: Two
Main Level: Kitchen, Living Room, Street Entrance
Upper Level: Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s)
Exterior
Exterior Features
Allows Horses: No
Roof: Composition
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 Size Square Feet: 3,040
Lot Size Acres: 0.0698
Lot Size Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
Lot Features: Other
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,498
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,040 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1978
Year Renovated: 1979
County: Sonoma County
APN: 010101008000
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Abraham Lincoln Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.7mi
2/10
Santa Rosa Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
2/10
Santa Rosa High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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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, 16 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 • 95401
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11.1 hours in
June and 4.9 hours in December, placing it above the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$642,000 – $777,000
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