Vintage Cottage Charm in the Heart of Santa Rosa. Step into the warmth of a lovingly preserved 1940 cottage nestled in the sought-after Santa Rosa Junior College neighborhood. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home blends vintage character with thoughtful modern updates. Come see for yourself the updated kitchen with a nod to the past with a classic 1950s Wedgewood 6 burner gas range with double oven/broiler combo, a renovated bathroom, newer hardwood floors in the primary bedroom, and a private concrete patio perfect for outdoor living. The lush grounds are graced by a majestic mature beech and Douglas fir tree, while an ever-changing tapestry of seasonal blooms and flowering plants brings color and life to the garden throughout the year. Enjoy a highly walkable lifestyle just minutes from the green open spaces of Franklin Park to the beloved aisles of Community Market and Pacific Market, and local restaurant favorites like Goji Kitchen, Willi's Wine Bar, and Taqueria Santa Rosa just around the corner. All of this on a generous 5,500 sq ft lot, with 970 sq ft of cozy, move-in ready living space plus a detached 240 sq ft garage perfect for covered parking, a workshop, studio, or additional storage. A rare find with the soul of a bygone era and the comfort of today.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
5,502 sq ftLot Size
$670Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Derek Stefan•DRE #02250511• Sonoma Coast Living
•415-336-8651 (agent)
•derek@sonomacoastliving.com (agent)
Bought with Gaelen Osbun•DRE #02142635• KB Properties
Est. $2,635 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 872 Carr Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BAREIS #326030947
Jun 23, 2026
Sold
$650,000
$670/sq ft
Jun 15, 2026
Pending
—
May 31, 2026
Contingent
—
May 24, 2026
Price Changed
$660,000
$680/sq ft
Apr 13, 2026
Listed
$688,000
$709/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 1, 2003
Sold
$342,500
$353/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 18, 1998
Sold
$167,000
$172/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,508 (+1.6%)
$232,027 + $264,656
$496,683
2024
$5,423 (+1.5%)
$227,478 + $259,467
$486,945
2023
$5,343 (+6.7%)
$223,018 + $254,380
$477,398
2022
$5,005 (+1.3%)
$218,646 + $249,393
$468,039
2021
$4,944 (+0.2%)
$214,359 + $244,503
$458,862
2020
$4,932 (+0.6%)
$210,156 + $239,709
$449,865
2019
$4,905 (+0.6%)
$208,002 + $237,252
$445,254
2018
$4,876 (+1.9%)
$203,924 + $232,600
$436,524
2017
$4,788 (+14.6%)
$196,006 + $223,569
$419,575
2015
$4,179 (+28.0%)
$188,000 + $215,000
$403,000
2014
$3,265 (+18.0%)
$141,000 + $160,000
$301,000
2013
$2,767 (−0.4%)
$141,000 + $160,000
$301,000
2012
$2,779 (−10.2%)
$119,000 + $135,500
$254,500
2011
$3,095 (+2.6%)
$119,000 + $135,500
$254,500
2010
$3,015 (−19.7%)
$132,000 + $151,000
$283,000
2009
$3,756 (−7.3%)
$130,000 + $148,000
$278,000
2007
$4,051
$173,188 + $197,543
$370,731
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1948
Sq. Ft.
970
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sonoma County
APN
180450059000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
Jun 28, 2015 • Final
Residential addition-alteration
Install a new furnace with ductwork in the attic.
HVAC
Jun 28, 2015 • Final
Residential mechanical
Replace the furnace and install a new direct vent heating unit.
HVAC
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.
Other Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Shower Stall(s), Stone, Tile, Window
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 2
Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Outside Access
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Accessibility Features: Grab Bars
Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Free Standing Gas Oven, Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Gas Cook Top, Gas Water Heater, Hood Over Range
Flooring: Tile, Wood
Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Gas Hook-Up, Inside Room, Washer Included