$1,950,000

Estimated payment $10,943/month

Total Views 4,828
2 Beds
2 Baths
2,609 Sq Ft
$747 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Hot Property
  • River Access
  • 0.36 Acre Lot
  • Water Views
  • Custom Home
  • Private Lot

About This Home

Originally built in 1952 and creatively redesigned with repurposed treasures from throughout California, this one-of-a-kind Bear Creek property is unlike anything else in Merced. Set along the creek on a 15,762 sq. ft. lot, this 2,609 sq. ft. home offers 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, spacious living areas, and breathtaking views from both inside and out. Designed for the buyer who wants something truly different, the home blends character, artistry, privacy, and natural beauty in a way that simply cannot be recreated. Warm, distinctive details throughout give the property a story of its own, while large windows and thoughtfully designed spaces bring the creekside setting into everyday living. Outdoors, the vacant creekside area offers incredible potential for entertaining, relaxing, gardening, or creating a peaceful outdoor escape, with stairways leading down toward the creek and endless possibilities for the next owner. Hidden in the heart of Merced, this iconic retreat is a rare opportunity for someone seeking a prestigious, private, and unforgettable property along Bear Creek.

Listing Agent

Monica Franks

HomeSmart PV & Associates License #01269788 Listed on: 05/21/2026

HomeSmart PV & Associates

Co-Listing Agent

Patty Sykes

HomeSmart PV & Associates License #01169818

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1952 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 15,762 Sq Ft Lot
  • Security Fence
  • Private Lot
  • Secluded Lot
  • Sprinklers on Timer
  • Property is zoned r1

Home Design

  • Custom Home
  • Mediterranean Architecture
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Tile Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,609 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Water Views
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Kitchen

  • Built-In Gas Range
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Marble
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Secondary Bathroom Double Sinks
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Parking

  • 2 Open Parking Spaces
  • No Garage

Outdoor Features

  • River Access

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Heater

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Stream

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 030-221-002

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1952 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0.36 Acres

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Subtype Description: Custom, Detached
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Remodeled Updated: Yes
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Architectural Style: Mediterranean
  • Remodeled/Updated Desc: Kitchen 6-10YR
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Range
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Flooring: Tile, Marble, Other
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s), Double Sinks
  • Dining Room Features: Dining/Living Combo
  • Kitchen Features: Pantry Closet, Granite Counter
  • Living Room Features: Open Beam Ceiling
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Living Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Master Bedroom, Full Bath(s), Kitchen
  • Price Per Square Foot: 747.41
  • Square Footage: 2609.00

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood, Other
  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Home Warranty: No
  • Horse Property: No
  • Listing Price: 1950000.00
  • Lot Features: Auto Sprinkler F&R, Private, River Access, Secluded, Stream Year Round
  • New Construction: No
  • Pool: No
  • Roof: Tile
  • Spa: No
  • View Description: Water

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: No Garage, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+

Utilities

  • Security: Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Heater, Security Fence
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric, Natural Gas Connected
  • Cooling: Central
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in Laundry
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Laundry Closet, Other
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No

Fee Information

  • Land Lease: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Merced Union High

Lot Info

  • Zoning: r1
  • Irrigation: None
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3618
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 15762.00

Multi Family

Tax Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 030-221-002
  • Bonds/Assessments/Taxes: Unknown

MLS Schools

  • School District (County): Merced

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Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $4,428 $428,616 $93,815 $334,801
2024 $4,428 $420,213 $91,976 $328,237
2023 $4,365 $411,974 $90,173 $321,801
2022 $4,306 $403,897 $88,405 $315,492
2021 $4,081 $376,500 $75,000 $301,500
2020 $3,803 $345,000 $75,000 $270,000
2019 $3,849 $347,500 $55,000 $292,500
2018 $3,451 $335,000 $45,000 $290,000
2017 $3,459 $317,500 $45,000 $272,500
2016 $3,277 $300,000 $45,000 $255,000
2015 $2,951 $271,000 $40,000 $231,000
2014 $2,778 $256,000 $30,000 $226,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/21/2026 05/21/26 For Sale $1,950,000 -- $747 / Sq Ft
Source: MetroList

Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

About the Listing Agent

Monica Franks

HomeSmart PV & Associates

(209) 320-0922

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Monica Franks is a REALTOR® with Home Smart PVA and a seller-focused real estate professional serving Merced, Atwater, McSwain, Turlock, and Winton, California. Licensed since 1999, she has helped more than 1,000 homeowners successfully buy and sell property across Merced County, earning a reputation for clear strategy, honest advice, and calm guidance throughout the selling process.
Monica is best known as a home selling specialist in Merced County, working primarily with residential

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Source: MetroList

MLS Number: 226065022

MetroList

APN: 030-221-002

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