
Salinas, California 93905
Analysis of 717 Las Casitas Dr., Salinas, California 93905 is currently available with a list price of $520,000. 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 Salinas 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 2002 (22 years old), the property is in functional condition but features dated original finishes. The kitchen and bathrooms maintain 20+ year old aesthetics, including white tile countertops, oak cabinetry, and fluorescent light boxes. While the stainless steel appliances are a plus, the age of the home and lack of recent major renovations place it in the fair category.
As the only 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom home in Salinas priced in the $500,000s, this property represents a highly competitive and rare entry point for the local market.
The rare layout includes a downstairs bonus room with a full bathroom, offering excellent flexibility for multi-generational living, guest accommodations, or a home office.
The gated community provides security and covers major exterior maintenance, including the roof and landscaping, supplemented by a seller incentive of six months of prepaid HOA dues.
Lot size discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing lot size in square feet =1500, other record lot size in square feet = 704. Bedroom count discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing bedroom count = 3, other record bedroom count = 2.
The $600 monthly HOA fee is a significant recurring expense that may impact a buyer's debt-to-income ratio and overall monthly affordability.
With a lot size of only 1,500 square feet, the property offers very limited private yard or outdoor area, which may be a drawback for families or pet owners.
The only 3-bedroom, 3-full-bath home currently available in Salinas in the $500,000s! This rare floor plan features two bedrooms upstairs and a downstairs bonus room with a walk-in closet and an adjacent full bathroom, perfect for guests, multi-generational living, a home office, or added privacy. The bright, open floor plan seamlessly combines the family room, dining area, and kitchen, creating a welcoming space for everyday living and entertaining. Skylights upstairs provide abundant natural light throughout the home. Enjoy a cozy fireplace, stainless steel appliances, an attached 2-car garage, and a washer and dryer that are included. Located in a desirable gated community with nighttime security, this home is close to shopping, restaurants, schools, parks, and Highway 101. HOA covers exterior maintenance, roof, landscaping, and security. As an added bonus, the seller will prepay 6 months of HOA dues for the buyer at the close of escrow. Don't miss this rare opportunity!
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 3.0 | 0.0 |
| Baths | 3.0 | 0.0 |
| Square foot | 1,306 | - |
| Lot Size | 1,500 | - |
| Price | $520.0K | $679.7K |
| Price per sq ft | $398 | $461 |
| Built year | 2002 | 0 |
| HOA | $600.0 | $0 |
| Days on market | 62 | 62 |
Jul 8, 2026
$520,000
$525,000
-1% Price Drop
Initial Listing
May 21, 2026
$525,000
Initial Listing
Oct 22, 2009
$120,000
Public Record
Jul 19, 2002
$239,500
Public Record