290 N Rengstorff Avenue, Mountain View, California 94043, Mountain View, 94043 - 3 bed, 2 bath
ACTIVE$1,849,000$1,392/sqft
Est. Value: $1,989,551
7%
BelowEstimate
290 N Rengstorff Avenue, Mountain View, California 94043
3Beds
2Baths
1,392Sqft
6,700Lot
Price Vs. Estimate
The estimated value ($1,989,550.725) is $140,550.725 (7%) higher than the list price ($1,849,000). This property may be underpriced.
Key pros and cons
Top Pros:
Great Schools: Elementary School: Fairmeadow Elementary School (9/10). Middle School: Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School (9/10). High School: Henry M. Gunn High School (9/10).
Top Cons:
Extensive Renovation Required: The home explicitly 'needs upgrades and modernization,' implying a significant financial and time investment will be necessary to bring it to current market standards and maximize its potential.
Compared to the nearby listings
Price:$1.85M vs avg $2.23M ($-383,500)8%
Size:1,392 sqft vs avg 1,567 sqft38%
Price/sqft:$1.3K vs avg $1.4K46%
More Insights
Built in 1955 (71 years old).
Condition: Built in 1955, this property is explicitly described as needing 'extensive renovation and modernization.' The images confirm this, showing an extremely outdated kitchen with worn cabinets, old appliances, and linoleum flooring, and bathrooms with dated tiles, fixtures, and vanities. Interior finishes, including flooring (worn hardwood, old linoleum, dirty carpet), wall coverings (wood paneling, old wallpaper), and light fixtures, are all significantly aged and show considerable wear and tear. While the listing mentions 'solid bones,' the overall condition requires substantial rehabilitation to meet current living standards, making it uncomfortable and potentially unsafe in its current state.
Year Built
1955
Close
-
List price
$1.85M
Original List price
$1.85M
Price/Sqft
$1,328
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
ML82030712
Home ConditionPoor
Features
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About this home
290 N Rengstorff Ave, Mountain View, CA is truly a diamond in the rougha rare opportunity in a highly sought-after Silicon Valley neighborhood. This property offers solid bones and a desirable location, making it an ideal canvas for buyers or investors ready to unlock its full potential. While the home needs upgrades and modernization, it presents a chance to reimagine the space with todays finishes, open-concept living, and energy-efficient improvements. With the right vision, renovations can significantly enhance both livability and long-term value. Situated near major tech employers, shopping, dining, and commuter routes, this property combines location, opportunity, and upsideperfect for those looking to customize a home to their taste or capitalize on Mountain Views strong market demand.
M
Mark Dunne
Listing Agent
Nearby schools
6/10
Monta Loma Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.2mi
7/10
Gabriela Mistral Elementary
Public,•K-5•0.8mi
9/10
Fairmeadow Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.6mi
6/10
Crittenden Middle School
Public,•6-8•0.6mi
9/10
Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School
Public,•6-8•1.7mi
8/10
Los Altos High School
Public,•9-12•1.7mi
9/10
Henry M. Gunn High School
Public,•9-12•2.0mi
Condition Rating
Poor
Built in 1955, this property is explicitly described as needing 'extensive renovation and modernization.' The images confirm this, showing an extremely outdated kitchen with worn cabinets, old appliances, and linoleum flooring, and bathrooms with dated tiles, fixtures, and vanities. Interior finishes, including flooring (worn hardwood, old linoleum, dirty carpet), wall coverings (wood paneling, old wallpaper), and light fixtures, are all significantly aged and show considerable wear and tear. While the listing mentions 'solid bones,' the overall condition requires substantial rehabilitation to meet current living standards, making it uncomfortable and potentially unsafe in its current state.
Pros & Cons
Pros
Great Schools: Elementary School: Fairmeadow Elementary School (9/10). Middle School: Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School (9/10). High School: Henry M. Gunn High School (9/10).
Prime Silicon Valley Location: The property is situated in a highly sought-after Mountain View neighborhood, offering desirable proximity to major tech employers, diverse shopping, dining options, and convenient commuter routes.
Significant Investment & Appreciation Potential: Described as an 'ideal canvas' for buyers or investors, this property offers substantial upside potential, allowing for significant enhancement of livability and long-term value through strategic renovations in a strong market.
Solid Structural Foundation: The property boasts 'solid bones,' indicating a good underlying structure that provides a strong foundation for future upgrades and modernization efforts.
Customization & Modernization Opportunity: It presents a unique chance to reimagine the space with contemporary finishes, open-concept living, and energy-efficient improvements, allowing buyers to customize it to their exact taste and needs.
Access to Highly-Rated Schools: The location benefits from proximity to several highly-rated schools, including Henry M. Gunn High School (rating 9) and Jane Lathrop Stanford Middle School (rating 9), appealing to families.
Cons
Extensive Renovation Required: The home explicitly 'needs upgrades and modernization,' implying a significant financial and time investment will be necessary to bring it to current market standards and maximize its potential.
Outdated Condition: Built in 1955, the property likely features outdated systems, finishes, and potentially lower energy efficiency, which will require substantial investment to update and improve.
Not Move-In Ready for Modern Tastes: The need to 'reimagine the space' suggests it is not a turn-key solution for buyers seeking a modern, updated home, requiring vision and effort from the new owner.