3956 Maricopa, Atascadero, California 93422, Atascadero, 93422 - 3 bed, 3 bath
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Atascadero, California 93422
This Unique Mid-Century Architectural Vessel is listed at $725,000, reflecting its rare "Ark-inspired" design and 1.15-acre lot utility. While the $685,159 Fair Market Value suggests a premium for its unique character, the property offers elevated panoramic views and a productive mature orchard within the Atascadero Unified district. With a Condition Rating of 4, the residence requires a comprehensive modernization of its 1965 systems. This property represents a significant value-add opportunity for Visionary Owner-Occupants or Contractors looking to transform a historic original into a bespoke hillside sanctuary.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 3956 Maricopa Subject | $725,000* List Price | 3 | 3 | 1,694 | $404 | - |
A 5080 Fresno Avenue Sold | $841,000 | 3 | 2 | 1,855 | $453 | 0.7 mi |
B 8505 Santa Lucia Road Sold | $649,000 | 3 | 3 | 1,480 | $439 | 0.7 mi |
C 5450 Pescado Court Sold | $876,000 | 3 | 2 | 2,019 | $434 | 0.6 mi |
D 3735 Monterey Road Active | $799,000 List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,932 | $414 | 0.4 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
This 1965 property is a well-preserved 'original' that has been maintained but lacks modern updates. The kitchen features dated scalloped wood cabinetry, laminate countertops, and older appliances. The interior shows significant age with wood-paneled walls, popcorn ceilings, and patterned carpeting from a previous era. The presence of a portable AC unit suggests the cooling system is not modernized. While the home appears clean and habitable, it requires a comprehensive overhaul of its primary systems and finishes to meet current market standards.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 50094, living area = 1694.
The 'Ark-inspired' 1965 design offers a one-of-a-kind aesthetic and a non-cookie-cutter layout that provides a distinct identity and immense creative potential for a custom renovation.
Situated on over an acre, the property features a lush English garden and a prolific orchard with walnut, citrus, and stone fruit trees, offering a private and sustainable outdoor sanctuary.
As a 1965 original, the home likely requires substantial updates to its systems and finishes to meet contemporary standards, necessitating a buyer with a significant renovation budget.
The unconventional 'Ark' shape and non-square architecture may limit the property's appeal to a specific niche of buyers and could complicate standard furniture placement or structural modifications.
A Visionary’s Ark Awaits on Mt. Ararat. A 1965 Original Ready for Its Next Chapter. Perched proudly on a hill locals fondly dubbed Mt. Ararat, this owner built 1965 gem is not your ordinary home. It is a bold architectural statement. With its distinctive, non square front inspired by Noah’s Ark, the house seems to gently crest the landscape like a vessel ready to sail into a new era. This is no cookie cutter residence. It is a canvas for someone with imagination, creativity, and a passion for breathing fresh life into a true original. Spanning three bedrooms and three baths across just over one sun drenched acre, the home offers endless possibilities for thoughtful updates that could transform it into a stunning 21st century retreat while honoring its playful, storybook roots. Inside, practical spaces include a wonderfully cool basement, once a natural refrigerator for storing walnuts and market bound flowers, that remains a handy asset for storage or creative conversion. Step outside, and you will discover a living masterpiece: a true English style garden designed for year round enchantment. Layered plantings ensure constant color and fragrance, with lilacs, lavender, sweet peas, and jasmine weaving through vibrant blooms. Mature fruit trees heavy with promise dot the landscape: peaches, nectarines, plums, apricots, and even orange trees, alongside a generous table grape arbor draped in black grapes. Towering over it all are six to eight productive walnut trees, a legacy harvest that once supplied both home and farmers market stands. This is a property that rewards the visionary. With careful design and a loving touch, imagine reimagining the Ark’s unique form into a modern sanctuary filled with light, sustainability, and character. Wake each morning to sweeping views that stretch across the hills, your own private Eden where the seasons unfold in layers of beauty and bounty. Whether you dream of a family haven, a serene artist’s retreat, or a show stopping updated home that tells a story unlike any other, this Mt. Ararat gem is calling for its next steward. Bring your vision. The Ark is ready to set sail once more.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home | Neighborhood Ranking (50 Listings) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 3.0 | 50% |
| Baths | 3.0 | 2.0 | 53% |
| Square foot | 1,694 | 1,940 | 38% |
| Lot Size | 50,094 | 32,452.2 | 56% |
| Price | $725.0K | $850.0K | 30% |
| Price per sq ft | $428 | $450 | 37% |
| Built year | 1965 | 1986 | 13% |
| HOA | $0 | $0 | 50% |
| Days on market | 23 | 171 | 2% |
Mar 30, 2026
$725,000
Initial Listing