339 W Church Ave, Ridgecrest, CA 93555, Ridgecrest, 93555 - 1 bed, 2 bath
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Ridgecrest, CA 93555
Analysis of 339 W Church Ave, Ridgecrest, CA 93555 is currently available with a list price of $799,000. The property maintains a Poor Condition Rating (30/100), indicating the property requires renovation and updates to maximize its market potential. This presents opportunities for value-add investors. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Ridgecrest Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for Experienced Investors and Fix-and-Flip Specialists.
Property is extensive renovation needed.
This property, currently operating as an older motel, is explicitly described as a 'value-add investment opportunity' requiring 'significant renovation' to be repositioned into modern micro-studios. While four units are noted as having full kitchens and being 'rent-ready,' the majority of units would require the addition of kitchenettes and general updates to meet residential standards. Exterior images show an aged property with visible window AC units, indicating outdated cooling systems. The overall condition suggests substantial repairs and rehabilitation are needed to make the property suitable and comfortable for modern residential living, aligning with the 'poor' condition criteria.
The property is zoned R-4 multifamily, and the City has confirmed that motel-to-residential conversion is a permitted use, providing a clear and de-risked path for investors.
Located minutes from NAWS China Lake, the property appeals to multiple tenant bases including military contractors, temporary workers, younger renters, and seniors seeking affordable housing.
A well-defined plan to reposition units into modern micro-studios with kitchenettes promises significantly higher rents and offers additional upside potential through garage conversions.
Converting existing motel units into residential micro-studios with kitchenettes, even with a 'low-cost refresh' strategy, will require substantial capital expenditure and project management.
The ±250 sq ft unit size, even for micro-studios, may limit appeal to certain tenant demographics and could potentially lead to higher tenant turnover compared to larger residential units.
Transitioning from a motel operation to a multifamily residential community requires a complete overhaul of management strategy, marketing, and tenant relations, which can be complex and time-consuming.
SELLER FINANCING AVAILABLE!! 331-339 W Church Ave is a unique value-add investment opportunity located just minutes from NAWS China Lake. Currently operated as a motel, the property offers ±250 sq ft units that can be repositioned into modern micro-studios, each with a private bathroom, closet, kitchenette, and bed. This low-cost refresh strategy aligns with strong demand for efficient, affordable housing and positions the asset as a sustainable multifamily community. The property appeals to multiple tenant bases, including contractors and temporary workers at NAWS China Lake, younger renters seeking affordable independence, and seniors on fixed incomes. With kitchenettes added, units are capable of achieving significantly higher rents than non-kitchen layouts, while flexible leasing options (extended stay or annual) broaden tenant demand. Four units already feature full kitchens and require no upgrades, providing immediate rent-ready functionality. Additional upside potential exists through possible garage conversions. The property is zoned R-4 multifamily, and the City has confirmed that motel-to-residential conversion is a permitted use. This zoning support provides investors with a clear, de-risked path to execute the business plan and unlock long-term value.
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Sep 24, 2025
$799,000
Initial Listing
Oct 22, 2019
$325,000
Public Record