20800 Melville Drive, California City, CA 93505, California City, 93505 - 3 bed, 2 bath
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20800 Melville Drive
California City, CA 93505
ACTIVE
CONDITION: POOR
3Beds
2Baths
1,757Sq Ft
13,939Lot Size
Property Price
LIST PRICE$190,000
EST. MARKET VALUE
$203,892
6% BelowMARKET VALUE
SUMMARY
FULL_VERSION
This property presents a Strong Value Opportunity with a List Price of $190,000—positioned well below the $203,893 Fair Market Value by 6%. This valuation gap offers $13,893 in Instant Equity for buyers. Featuring a Fair Condition Rating, the home requires a full interior renovation, yet its 13,939 sq. ft. lot and spacious 1,757 sq. ft. layout provide a solid foundation for forced appreciation. This is a high-reward acquisition ideal for Fix-and-Flip Investors or Contractors seeking a value-add project.
SEO VERSION
Fixer-upper for sale in California City. 3-bed, 2-bath home with 1,757 sqft on a large 13,939 sqft lot. Great investment opportunity with instant equity potential.
Estimated Market Value
$203,892+$13,892 Equity Potential
Based on Realkey algorithm analyzing recent comparable sales in California City.
Comparable Sales Map
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
Map unavailable.
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 20800 Melville Drive Subject 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,757 sqft · $116 | $190,000* List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,757 | $116 | - |
A 21481 Randsburg Mojave Road Sold 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,676 sqft · $119 · 0.7 mi | $199,500 | 3 | 2 | 1,676 | $119 | 0.7 mi |
B 20800 Melville Drive Active 3 bd · 2 ba · 1,757 sqft · $108 · 0.0 mi | $190,000 List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,757 | $108 | 0.0 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Condition Analysis
See Full ReportOVERALL CONDITION SCORE
Poor
TeardownExcellent
Property is extensive renovation needed.
Built in 1970 (54 years old) with no mention of recent renovations. The listing description explicitly invites buyers to 'renovate' and 'transform' the residence, indicating it is not in move-in condition. The significant price decrease from its 2023 sale price suggests a distressed state requiring a full interior rehab and likely updates to aged systems.
PROSSTRENGTHS & OPPORTUNITIES
- High Available Lot Utilization
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 13939, living area = 1757.
- Ample Lot Size
The property sits on a substantial 13,939 square foot lot, providing significant outdoor space for recreation, gardening, or potential future expansions.
- Significant Equity Potential
Listed at $190,000 with a previous sale price of $307,000 in 2023, this property offers a prime opportunity for investors or buyers to build substantial equity through renovation.
CONSRISKS & DEFICIENCIES
- Extensive Renovation Required
The listing explicitly notes the need for renovation and personalization, indicating that the property likely requires a significant additional capital investment to become move-in ready.
- Property Age and Systems
Built in 1970, the home may have aging infrastructure or original systems that require modernizing to meet current building standards and energy efficiency.
About 20800 Melville Drive
Welcome to 20800 Melville Drive, a spacious single-family home in California City offering 1,757 square feet of living space with plenty of room to make it your own. This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence features a functional layout with generously sized living areas and an attached 2-car garage. The property also offers driveway parking for added convenience.With its desirable single-story layout and ample interior space, this home presents an excellent opportunity for a buyer looking to renovate and personalize a property to their own taste. Bring your vision and transform this residence into a comfortable home with the finishes and style you desire. Conveniently located near local schools, shopping, dining, parks, and everyday amenities, this property offers both space and potential in a growing California City community.
Property Details
Public Facts
- Property Type
- Single Family Residence
- Year Built
- 1970
- Lot Size
- 13,939 Sq. Ft.
Interior
- Total Bedrooms
- 3
- Total Bathrooms
- 2 (2 Full, 0 Half)
Exterior & Parking
No exterior & parking available.
Utilities & Misc
- HOA Fee
- $0 / Month
Neighborhood Insights
Sensitive Facilities
No sensitive facilities data found.
Neighborhood Comparison
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Square foot | 1,757 | 1,678.893 |
| Lot Size | 13,939 | 10,018.8 |
| Price | $190.0K | $286.1K |
| Price per sq ft | $108 | $179 |
| Built year | 1970 | 2002 |
| HOA | $0 | $0 |
| Days on market | 24 | 81 |
Pricing History
Listed for Sale
Sep 30, 2026
$190,000
Initial Listing
Sold
Mar 24, 2023
$307,000
Public Record
Sold
Sep 28, 2022
$177,000
Public Record
Sold
Jun 15, 2016
$83,000
Public Record
Sold
Apr 30, 2009
$35,000
Public Record
Sold
Oct 6, 2005
$190,000
Public Record