20719 Foothill Drive, Monte Rio, CA 95462, Monte Rio, 95462 - 2 bed, 1 bath
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Monte Rio, CA 95462
This Classic Russian River Cottage represents a Strong Value Opportunity, with a List Price of $400,000—positioned well below the $437,900 Fair Market Value by 8%. This valuation gap offers $37,900 in Instant Equity. While the interior is a "blank canvas" with a Condition Rating of 4, the asset features a New 2024 Roof, Trex Decks, and a large 19,245 Sq Ft Lot. Located steps from the river and Monte Rio Elementary, it is an ideal acquisition for Value-Add Investors or Renovation-Minded Buyers.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 20719 Foothill Drive Subject | $400,000* List Price | 2 | 1 | 804 | $545 | - |
A 21340 Monte Cristo Avenue Sold | $440,000 | 2 | 2 | 768 | $573 | 0.4 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
The property is a 1958 cottage that serves as a 'blank canvas' for renovation. While it benefits from significant recent exterior maintenance—including a new roof installed in 2024 and high-quality Trex composite decking—the interior is largely original and dated. The wood-paneled walls, aging floor tiles, and likely original kitchen and bathroom systems require substantial cosmetic and functional updates to meet modern standards.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 19245, living area = 804.
The property is ideally situated just a three-minute walk from the Monte Rio public beach, offering exceptional access to the Russian River and local town amenities.
Recent investments include a brand-new roof installed in 2024 and low-maintenance Trex composite decking, providing immediate value and reducing near-term maintenance concerns.
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =19245, other record lot size in square feet = 11544.
Described as a 'blank canvas,' the interior retains its original 1958 character and will likely require a substantial budget for modern updates and cosmetic improvements.
Being located directly across from Monte Rio Elementary School may result in increased traffic, noise, and congestion during morning drop-off and afternoon pick-up hours.
Your therapist said stop dating for potential, but they haven't been to 20719 Foothill Drive in Monte Rio. This house is a classic Russian River cottage in the heart of West Sonoma County's Russian River Valley, waiting for the right person to love it into its next chapter. Good bones. Authentic character. And afternoons on that deck that have a way of rearranging your priorities. Two bedrooms, one bath, 800+ sq ft on a two-parcel .44-acre lot. Three minute walk to the Monte Rio public beach on the Russian River, and a short stroll from the blossoming town center. Fruit trees already greet you. Room to roam. Space that proves the West Sonoma County dream doesn't always come with a West Sonoma County price tag. The structural commitment is already there. New roof in 2024. Trex composite decks for ease of maintenance. The interior is a blank canvas - wood-paneled walls with that authentic river cabin soul intact, ready for your vision. The character is already here. The story is yours to write. Southwest-facing front decks collect full afternoon sun - yes, even in January. On the Russian River, that's rare and worth every bit of attention. Add a large front yard, real off-street parking, and privacy paired with prime location that's hard to find at this price point in West Sonoma County. Monte Rio Elementary is directly across the street. Not a disclaimer - the point. No more carpool lines, no early morning scramble. Weekends, holidays and all summer - just you and the river. Bike to Lightwave Coffee and Kitchen for hand-roasted coffee and shakshuka. Guerneville is five minutes east, Duncan's Mills four miles west. The Stunning Sonoma Coast is ten minutes beyond that. Fifteen minutes down the Bohemian Highway sits Occidental - legendary Italian dinners, art galleries, a two-block Main Street that looks exactly right. Quieter than Guerneville. More grounded than Healdsburg. Closer to everything than most people realize. Good bones. Sunshine. Room to roam. Three minutes to the river. Don't worry - your therapist will understand once they visit.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 2.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 1.0 | 1.5 | 50% |
| Square foot | 804 | 804 | 50% |
| Lot Size | 19,245 | 10,429.245 | 70% |
| Price | $400.0K | $437.5K | 40% |
| Price per sq ft | $498 | $485 | 50% |
| Built year | 1958 | 1932 | 80% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 13 | 211 | 10% |
Apr 9, 2026
$400,000
Initial Listing