
Barstow, California 92311
Analysis of 1231 Mecca Drive, Barstow, California 92311 is currently available with a list price of $460,000. The property maintains a Fair Condition Rating (50/100), suggesting the property is in acceptable condition with potential for value enhancement through selective updates and improvements. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Barstow Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
The property is exceptionally well-maintained by its original owner but retains most of its original 1975 styling and finishes. While major systems have been updated (new furnace, water heater, swamp cooler, and front windows) and the appliances are newer stainless steel, the kitchen and bathrooms feature dated cabinetry and tile work. The home is move-in ready but requires cosmetic modernization to meet current contemporary standards.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 16830, living area = 3311.
The rare 1,054 sq ft finished basement features three additional rooms and private exterior access, providing a unique opportunity for multi-generational living, a rental suite, or a spacious home office.
The property has been thoughtfully updated with a new furnace, water heater, swamp cooler, and front windows, significantly reducing the immediate capital expenditure for a new homeowner.
The home relies on a swamp cooler rather than a central refrigerated air conditioning system, which may be less effective for some buyers during the peak of the high-desert summer heat.
As a 1975 original-owner property, the interior may require aesthetic modernizations and cosmetic updates to meet the preferences of buyers looking for a contemporary finish.
Welcome to this truly unique, well maintained home in the Barstow area, proudly owned by its original owner. Offering an impressive layout and generous living space, this property features approximately 2,257 sq ft on the main level plus an additional 1,054 sq ft basement, an uncommon and highly desirable feature in the area, along with a 462 sq ft garage. The main floor includes 3 spacious bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including a large primary suite with dual sinks and a walk-in shower. Enjoy a huge kitchen complete with a charming wood-burning stove, perfect for added warmth and character, along with a separate formal dining room ideal for gatherings. The lower-level basement expands the home’s versatility, offering 3 additional rooms, a large living space, and private exterior access; perfect for extended living, guests, or creative use. This home has been thoughtfully updated with a new furnace, new swamp cooler, new water heater, and new front windows. The kitchen comes equipped with a stove and refrigerator, and the home also includes a newer washer and dryer, making it truly move-in ready. Situated on a property with desert landscaping in the front for low maintenance, this one of a kind home combines space, functionality, and value in a way that’s hard to find.
No exterior & parking available.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 6.0 | 3.0 | 98% |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 3,311 | 1,343 | 98% |
| Lot Size | 16,830 | 7,760 | 86% |
| Price | $460.0K | $271.0K | 93% |
| Price per sq ft | $139 | $198 | 16% |
| Built year | 1975 | 1964 | 72% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 6 | 200 | 1% |
Apr 16, 2026
$460,000
Initial Listing