Nestled on a desirable corner lot in Colonial Heights, this 1090 sqft bungalow is brimming with charm & character. Classic features include wood floors, tall baseboards & formal dining room with a built-in buffet. The living room boasts a brick fireplace flanked by built-in bookcases. The spacious 2 bed, 1 bath layout is complete with a classic clawfoot tub & separate laundry area. The kitchen showcases granite counters, stainless steel appliances & adjoining breakfast nook or flex-use space. With 2 separate driveways, one on 21st Ave & another on 54th St leading to the detached garage, this property has fantastic ADU potential - the sale includes a professionally designed ADU plan (2019). Alternatively, use the parking for RV or boat storage. Enjoy outdoor living with fenced front & back yards, 2 spacious covered porches & lush landscaping. The garden features a variety of mature fruit trees, including fruiting mulberry, kumquat, nectarine, mandarin & pomegranate, along with jasmine vines & raised beds. Heat pump HVAC installed 2024. Located just off the beautiful 21st Ave Parkway greenbelt, this home has easy access to Colonial Heights Library, Colonial Playground, UC Davis Med Center, Forgotten Bakery & Bacon & Butter. A rare find in an excellent location!
Sold
$456,500
5252 21st Ave, Sacramento, CA 95820
2beds
1,090sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
4,792 sqft lot
$456,600 Zestimate®
$419/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 02, 2025 at 10:21am
Listed by:
Brooke Rothchild DRE #02041946 916-220-0894,
Windermere Signature Prop., LP
Bought with:
Brandon Mecier, DRE #02098929
BHHS NorCal Real Estate
Source: MetroList Services of CA,MLS#: 225034842
Originating MLS: MetroList Services, Inc.

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Tub w/Shower Over
Dining room
- Features: Bar, Formal Area
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Area, Granite Counters
Heating
- Central, Electric, Heat Pump
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Heat Pump
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Inside
Features
- Flooring: Tile, Wood, Other
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,090
- Total interior livable area: 1,090 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: RV Possible, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Uncovered Courtyard
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced,Front Yard
Lot
- Size: 4,792 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot, Curb(s)/Gutter(s), Landscape Front
Details
- Parcel number: 02300210130000
- Zoning: R-1
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: In & Connected
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Sacramento
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Services availability

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Estimated market value
$456,600