
Sebastopol, CA 95472
This property presents a High-Potential Investment Opportunity with a List Price of $589,000—positioned well above the $575,994 Fair Market Value by 2%. While the property requires significant modernization, its Diverse Agriculture (DA) zoning and expansive .58-acre lot provide substantial development potential for an ADU or guest unit. Featuring a Condition Rating of 5, the home serves as a blank canvas for value-add renovations. This is a strategic acquisition ideal for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants seeking to build long-term equity in West Sonoma County.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 11491 Occidental Road Subject | $589,000* List Price | 2 | 1 | 1,056 | $545 | - |
A 1982 Coffee Lane Sold | $677,000 | 2 | 2 | 1,344 | $504 | 1.0 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is extensive renovation needed.
Built in 1950 and held by the same family for over 70 years, the property is in largely original condition. The kitchen and bathroom are severely dated (70+ years old) with original cabinetry and finishes, requiring a full rehab to meet modern standards. The listing description explicitly suggests a need to 'breathe new life' and 'reimagine' the space, confirming it is a fixer-upper project.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 25086, living area = 1056.
The generous .58-acre lot and Diverse Agriculture (DA) zoning offer rare flexibility for an ADU, guest unit, or agricultural projects, providing significant value-add opportunities.
Ideally situated between Sebastopol and Occidental, the property offers easy access to acclaimed wineries, farm-to-table dining, and the Sonoma Coast.
Offered for the first time since the 1950s, the property likely requires significant capital investment to modernize its systems and interior finishes.
At just 1,056 square feet with a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom configuration, the current living space may be undersized for many modern buyers without an expansion.
Built by the original owners in the 1950s, lovingly held by the same family ever since, and now offered for sale for the very first time, this special West County property is a rare opportunity to breathe new life into a place with deep roots. Set on a generous .58+/- acre parcel, the charming single-level home offers two bedrooms and one bath with approximately 1,056 square feet of living space. Original narrow-plank hardwood floors bring warmth and vintage character, while a substantial stone fireplace anchors the living room. Windows throughout bring in abundant natural light and frame the surrounding greenery, keeping the coveted West County setting always in view. The generously sized kitchen offers plenty of room to reimagine and create something truly special, while an expansive enclosed rear porch extends the home's usable space with wonderful flexibility for an art studio, home office, play space or simply room to spread out. An oversized attached two-car garage and separate storage shed provide ample space for storage, projects and all the extras that come with country living. Outside, mature trees, citrus and open ground invite the possibilities--plant the big garden you've always wanted, create beautiful outdoor living and entertaining spaces, bring home a few of those beloved animals you've dreamed about, or simply enjoy having room around you. Explore the potential for a future ADU or guest unit and being zoned Diverse Agriculture (DA) opens the door to an additional range of possible uses. Best of all is the location-tucked between Sebastopol and Occidental in the heart of West Sonoma County. Summer evenings might mean music at Sebastopol's beloved Peacetown concert series or Thursday nights at the Occidental Community Farmers' Market, where local food, live music and neighbors gathering are a true reflection of West County spirit. Enjoy acclaimed farm-to-table restaurants and an abundance of Russian River Valley or Sonoma Coast wineries just minutes from home. The Russian River and spectacular Sonoma Coast are approximately 20 minutes away, the Sonoma County Airport about 25 minutes, and San Francisco is just over an hour away. After more than seven decades in one family, this is a chance to make a little piece of West County history your own.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 2.6 |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 1,056 | 1,945.733 |
| Lot Size | 25,086 | 65,913.433 |
| Price | $589.0K | $1.17M |
| Price per sq ft | $558 | $631 |
| Built year | 1950 | 1964 |
| HOA | $0 | $0 |
| Days on market | 7 | 58 |
Sep 2, 2026
$589,000
Initial Listing