
Avalon, California 90704
Analysis of 320 Metropole Avenue C, Avalon, California 90704 is currently available with a list price of $829,000. 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 Avalon 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.
Built in 1914, this cottage is well-maintained but significantly outdated. The kitchen features older formica countertops and white-painted cabinetry, while the bathroom and living areas show signs of age with dated fixtures and low-pile carpeting. While functional and charming, the property requires modernization of its major systems, appliances, and finishes to meet contemporary standards.
The property includes a small garage specifically for golf cart parking and a workshop area, which is a highly coveted and rare amenity in the Avalon market.
Unlike many properties on Catalina Island that are on leased land, this cottage offers fee simple land ownership, providing greater long-term investment security.
The home features both a private covered rear patio for entertaining and a front patio with hillside views, significantly enhancing the usable living space of the property.
At only 440 square feet for a two-bedroom configuration, the interior living space is exceptionally small and may feel cramped for many buyers.
Built in 1914 and featuring 'old style' appliances and formica counters, the home likely requires significant modernization and capital improvement to meet contemporary standards.
TRUST SALE-Charming single family cottage off Sunny Lane - not a thru street. Off of Beacon and steps to Vons market. This 2 bedroom with one bath has the old charm of Avalon. Cauffed ceilings, old style freezer/refridgertor area, formica counters and a small bath off it. This unit offers a lovely private small covered attached patio out back for your entertaining. Hillside and town views. Small front patio area for your morning coffee with a sunrise. There is a small Garage for OFF STREET parking for a golf cart and a workshop area to tinker. Fee simple land. Own and piece of the island on this sunny side of the island Valley of Paradise! Property taxes include assessments. This property has been cleared from the city regarding the lateral sewer line requirements.
No exterior & parking available.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 4.5 | 50% |
| Baths | 1.0 | 5.0 | 50% |
| Square foot | 440 | 3,746.5 | 50% |
| Lot Size | 1,192 | 4,291.5 | 50% |
| Price | $829.0K | $4.16M | 50% |
| Price per sq ft | $1.9K | $1.5K | 50% |
| Built year | 1914 | 1969 | 50% |
| HOA | $0 | $614 | 50% |
| Days on market | 361 | 331 | 0% |
Apr 26, 2025
$829,000
Initial Listing