
El Sobrante, California 94803
Analysis of 3505 Morningside Drive, El Sobrante, California 94803 is currently available with a list price of $798,800. 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 El Sobrante 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.
Built in 1960 and explicitly described as a 'time capsule,' the property features original 1960s/70s finishes including wood paneling, shag carpeting, and dated kitchen cabinetry/appliances. With no significant renovations in over 50 years, the home requires a full interior rehab and likely major system updates to meet modern standards.
The property offers exceptional privacy and outdoor access, backing directly onto La Moine Valley View Park with private gate access and no neighbors situated directly across the street.
With 6 bedrooms and over 2,500 square feet of living space, this home provides rare scale and versatility for large families or multi-generational households at a competitive price point.
The home is ideally located for families, sitting within walking distance of Valley View Elementary and just 0.27 miles from De Anza Senior High School.
Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 6, other record bedroom count = 7.
Described as a 'time capsule' from 1960, the property likely requires significant capital investment for modernization and cosmetic updates to meet current market standards.
The local public school ratings, particularly the middle school's rating of 2/10, may be a deterrent for education-focused buyers and could impact future appreciation.
Welcome to this spacious 6-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home located in the hills of May Valley, with La Moine Valley View Park directly behind with gate access, and no direct neighbors across the street! This is the original site of the Maloney Montessori school, which served El Sobrante and Richmond for over 50 years. The home is a wonderful time capsule, for you to make into your own vision. Enter by the living room, with a fireplace, hallways with wood shake shingles to protect walls from little hands. Eat in Kitchen with stairs going to 2 large bedrooms and bath upstairs. On the ground floor you'll find a half bath for children, a full hall bath, 3 bedrooms and a primary bedroom with bathroom. Towards the back of the home experience space of an expansive family room with a brick corner and wood paneling surround. Trees include a plum, apricot, lemon and others. Valley View Elementary school within walking distance, and is behind the home.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-6 • 0.2 mi
Grades K-6 • 0.6 mi
Grades K-6 • 0.8 mi
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 6.0 | 3.0 | 98% |
| Baths | 4.0 | 2.0 | 96% |
| Square foot | 2,502 | 1,807 | 91% |
| Lot Size | 7,150 | 7,500 | 42% |
| Price | $798.8K | $799.0K | 49% |
| Price per sq ft | $319 | $453 | 7% |
| Built year | 1960 | 1965 | 40% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 34 | 141 | 4% |
Mar 19, 2026
$798,800
Initial Listing