
Sunnyvale, California 94086
This triplex presents a High-Potential Investment Opportunity with a List Price of $1,398,000—positioned well below the $1,461,450 Fair Market Value by 4%. This valuation gap offers $63,450 in Instant Equity. Featuring a Condition Rating of 4, the property includes a fully renovated unit and significant Value-Add Potential through ADU conversion and unit upgrades. Located near major tech employers and top-rated schools, this is a strategic asset ideal for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants seeking long-term appreciation.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
This 1959 triplex is partially renovated; while Unit #2 is in excellent condition with new plumbing, electrical, and modern finishes, the remaining two units are dated and require renovation to meet modern standards. The building features copper piping and SB-721 clearance, but the overall electrical service needs an upgrade to support modern amenities like AC and EV chargers.
Situated near downtown Sunnyvale and major tech hubs like Apple and Google, the property benefits from high rental demand and strong long-term appreciation potential.
Investors can increase ROI through a potential ADU conversion, renovating the remaining two units, and implementing a utility reimbursement system.
One unit is fully modernized, and the property features copper piping and SB-721 clearance, providing a head start on maintenance and safety standards.
Two units remain in original condition and require renovation to achieve top-of-market rents and maximize the property's cash flow potential.
The existing electrical system requires an upgrade to accommodate modern tenant demands such as in-unit laundry, air conditioning, and EV charging stations.
Wonderful triplex in quiet neighborhood w/ single family homes near Heritage District & Downtown. Immediate owner occupancy opportunity & 80% LTV conventional financing available. Built in 1959, 6,211 SqFt lot, 2,178 SqFt building. Unit Mix: (1) 2-Bed/1-Bath owners unit & (2) 1-Bed/1-Bath units. Delivered vacant at close of escrow- fully renovated 1-Bed/1-Bath unit #2 with new plumbing, insulation, electrical, interior walls, flooring, windows, kitchen, bathroom, & LED lights. All copper piping, fumigation completed, & SB-721 clearance. Opportunity to add value by implementing utility reimbursement system & renovating 2 units. Opportunity to upgrade electrical service to add in-unit laundry, air conditioning, & electric vehicle chargers. An ADU consultant has determined that add one conversion ADU can be added pursuant to statewide ADU polices- buyer to contact City of Sunnyvale to verify. Feeds into Vargas Elementary, Sunnyvale Middle, & Homestead High. Many of the largest tech companies are near Sunnyvale including Alphabet, Apple, Nvidia, Amazon, Microsoft, & Meta. The robust high tech job growth, housing shortage, excellent schools, & proximity to large Silicon Valley employers make 1040 W. Iowa Avenue a great opportunity for both the cash flow & appreciation minded investor.
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Grades K-5 • 0.4 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.5 mi
Grades K-5 • 2.8 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Baths | 0.0 | 0.0 |
| Square foot | 2,178 | 3,391 |
| Lot Size | 6,211 | 8,922 |
| Price | $1.40M | $1.90M |
| Price per sq ft | $642 | $747 |
| Built year | 1959 | 1962 |
| HOA | $0 | $0 |
| Days on market | 22 | 53 |
Aug 18, 2026
$1,398,000
Initial Listing
Oct 7, 1994
$311,000
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