2481 Pineda Dr, Merced, CA 95340
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FOR SALE

$525,888

Original price: $499,888
  • 6 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,621 sqft

2481 Pineda Dr, Merced, CA 95340

Est. Mortgage $3,418/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 2021
$201/sqft
Garage
HOA $103/mo

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

Built in 2021, this spacious 2,621 sq. ft. residence offers modern luxury, comfort, and strong investment potential. Featuring 6 fully furnished bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, this home is ideal as a primary residence or as a high-performing student renting investment. It allows each tenant to enjoy a private room while affordably sharing common areas. The open-concept floor plan flows seamlessly into a modern kitchen with upgraded appliances, generous living spaces, and energy-efficient windows that fill the home with abundant natural light. Situated on a 5,255 sq. ft. The property blends style, functionality, and convenience. All rooms are fully furnished and rental-ready. Cozy backyard for entertaining with leased solar. The home can comfortably accommodate up to 7 students from UC Merced and Merced College, generating approximately $4,700 per month in rental income. Currently, 4 students occupy the property, producing $3,000 per month. Ideally located near both UC Merced and Merced College, the property offers excellent accessibility. A nearby bus stop serves the college, and students can also bike to campus. A prime opportunity for investors seeking strong, consistent rental income in a high-demand student housing market.
Last check for updates: about 8 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Gowthaman Gurusamy DRE #01905323, (925) 594-2990
Realty Champion Inc
Source: Bay East AOR, MLS#41142267
Also Listed on CRMLS, Bay East AOR.

Home Details for 2481 Pineda Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Bathroom, Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2621 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Individual Gas MeterAppliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water Heater, Tankless Water Heater, ENERGY STAR Qualified AppliancesDishwasherDryerLaundry: Laundry Room,Common AreaMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: ZonedHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,ENERGY STAR Qualified EquipmentHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Zoned
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: Photovoltaics Third-Party Owned, 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in LaundryHas Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Double Pane WindowsFlooring: Laminate, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Laminate, Carpet
Security
Security: Fire Alarm, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: TilePatio / Porch: CoveredFencing: FencedFoundation: SlabNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,Off Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 54

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2021
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Residential, Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Contemporary
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Condition: ExistingParcel Number: 008490015000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $525,888Price Per Sqft: $201
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Price Change

Location

Direction & Address
City: MercedCommunity: Other

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 41142267

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2621 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Common Area MaintHOA Name: NOT LISTEDHOA Phone: 916-925-9000Has an HOAHOA Fee: $103/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5255 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Agreement Type: Excl RightListing Terms: Cash, Conventional

Energy

Energy Efficiency Features: Thermostat, Water Heater

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 41142267Above Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square FeetBelow Grade Unfinished Area Units: Square Feet

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: Playground,Other

Around this home

What Locals Say about Merced

At least 524 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 86 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 82 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say car is needed

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 63 % Say kids play outside

  • 56 % Say it's quiet

  • 55 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 54 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 51 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 47 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 44 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 26 % Say there's wildlife

  • 22 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Annie Dabalos
    "Flea market on weekends to buy noodles at Chinese food truck and ceviche tostadas at the Mexican food trucks. "
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  • Dessuarez2003
    "Merced station specifically is so amazing! So excited to be renewing here! This community has been a great place to live, and the by-bedspace leasing makes it easy for me to save money while focusing on my studies. The environment is comfortable, the amenities are convenient, and everyone here is genuinely friendly. I’m really happy to call this place home for another year! "
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  • Jamangel1
    "Lots of new builds coming soon to the area. There are parks and new stores and a new school being built in the next few years."
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  • Jamangel1
    "Great place to live. Lots of walking trails , close to shops and restaurants, easy freeway access, and expressway to UCM. "
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  • Farrah
    "Be aware of stray dogs and cats. Also people like to dump their trash in the streets, and allow their dogs to bark incessantly."
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  • Salvador Reyes
    "Always look after your kids if or when playing outside because there are many cars that drive reckless here and pass by speeding"
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  • Trulia User
    "The parks and big open spaces like fileds and the mellowness around the area, can’t wait for more parks to become available "
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  • Jenifernigh38
    "ny home is a old beautiful Victorian built in 1900 quiet neighborhood lots of parking made for older people to just relax and enjoy life"
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  • Sylvia P.
    "I stay here part time. Close to get on N99. But to get here off freeway exit, then you have to take some back roads to get to Franklin. No freeway exit to Franklin Rd."
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  • Ramirez 5.
    "I love where I live it’s next to schools the grocery store has stating and the hospital. I’m hoping it stays safe. "
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  • Lexus S.
    "It’s best to look for homes that are in city limits because there are islands in the city that don’t count as in city limits so they don’t have side walks or parks. "
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  • Rent L.
    "Lots of open space. Lower cost of living. Slow pace and easy access to freeway 99. Many parks, lake and proximity to UC Merced. "
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  • Rebecca F.
    "it's up and coming and you get the county fair flea market every Saturday and the farmers market in town for freshest meat and produce too "
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  • L.donohue
    "This neighborhood has a center park, and outdoor movies night, farmers market, Christmas parade that go through the downtown areas and hiking trials that go through out the city including the city park, green spaces and water features. "
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  • Jamangel1
    "There’s a park in our neighborhood within walking distance from every home. Families are always walking on the paths next to the new Campus Parkway. Soon there will be shopping and easy commute to UCMerced."
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  • Elisa H.
    "Not safe area. Lived here nearly my entire life. No growth opportunity here, not a good place for family. Best thing that happens around here are the Christmas parades."
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  • Angela
    "small community. chooses the right neighborhood and you will have great neighbors. introduction yourself and get to know who you love near."
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  • Angela
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for three years and I like it. Picking the right neighborhood is important though so make sure to research. "
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  • Pahn
    "We have movie at the park presented by the City Of Merced during the summer time. Halloween is very popular holiday. "
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  • Reginald N.
    "That it is a busy area with cars . The dog park is too far from resident and that walk would be a tired some walk"
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  • Annette G.
    "This is an established neighborhood where neighbors know each other and look out for each other. There are lots of trees and people like to take walks on the nearby creek path."
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  • Emily G.
    "Horrible neighborhood. I’ve been broken into. I do not recommend moving here. It’s a dangerous area. "
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  • Bdenatly
    "There are few small parks, but no dedicated dog parks and all dogs must stay on leash in the parks. The yards are on the small size and really only suitable for small breed dogs. "
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  • Mariah M. D.
    "that everyone around are dog friendly and enjoy having there pets around the area. everyone around here walks there dogs on a daily. "
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  • Luis F. M. M.
    "Love Merced is a great opportunity for community service,the Merced theatre is coming along with events that are food to be a part off "
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  • Vanygonz54
    "All the neighbors watch out for each other and make sure the area is safe. I like how when one neighbor is gone they feel safe leaving due to all the neighbors having each other’s back "
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  • Starlitegoddess14
    "I've lived here for 3 years . people are nice and friendly and look out for each other. safe and well maintained neighborhood"
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  • Deborahlgiannone
    "There is a 5 minutes to shopping areas easily driveable. Bus pick up near. Uber and Taxi available. Senior mobile transit available."
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  • Estrzartz
    "This area has lots of dog owners, and I see lots of people walking here. Everyone is very friendly, and the people who walk their dogs are really responsible for what their dogs leave behind by carrying little plastic bags!"
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  • Stephanie H.
    "Merced i actually a pretty alright city to live in. There isn't a lot of social sites or things to do but the city is definitely growing and expanding into a nice place. The crime and violence has significantly decreased through out the passing years and the school all seem to do a great job with our education. It's definitely a much cleaner and nicer city than nearby areas like Fresno or Modesto. "
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  • Sue J.
    "I only live 10 minutes from work. Traffic moves well,not a lot of road work or obstacles. Streets are maintained well as are sidewalks. My neighborhood is well kept and quiet. The neighborhoods surrounding me are clean and the homeowners have pride in . "
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  • Cl.hairstyles
    "In my neighborhood there is a lot of access to public transportation. Is close to downtown areas and highways. Is only 15 mins to community college or UC."
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  • Lynn D.
    "My neighbor has a short distant to the public transportation that go to the UC Merced. We feel safe in this neighborhood, it’s also nice and clean."
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  • Lisa
    "My community has easy access to public transportation, & uber cars. Also, traffic isn’t too crazy out here! "
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  • Jamangel1
    "Newer neighborhood near the Campus Parkway. Nice park in the neighborhood with schools nearby. Bike and walking areas."
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  • Katherine W.
    "Dog owners should beware other of other dogs roaming freely because you don't know if that other dog will be friendly or aggressive. "
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  • Lisa J.
    "You see people walking their dogs all the time. I haven't had a problem with people and their animals."
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Market trends in Merced

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$376K
$6.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.6%
Price per sq ft
$246
$0MoM
Available listings
285
11MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$520K
Since last month
Increased$27K (+5.4%)
Since last year
Decreased$10K (-1.8%)
Since last sale
Decreased$10K (-1.9%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +30% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$520K
August 2026$492K
July 2026$493K
April 2026$536K
March 2026$530K
February 2026$521K
January 2026$519K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2465 Pineda Dr, Merced, CA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$485,000
11/05/25
5
3
2,502
2409 Explorador Dr, Merced, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$500,000
12/22/25
6
3
2,621
2396 Aviles Dr, Merced, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$594,000
03/18/26
4
3
2,568
2475 Bastidas Dr, Merced, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$500,000
06/09/26
4
2
2,265
2378 Aviles Dr, Merced, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$565,000
03/20/26
5
3.5
3,167
2367 Explorador Dr, Merced, CA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$460,000
06/11/26
4
3
2,111
2377 Mariner Way, Merced, CA
0.35
Single-Family Home
$445,000
08/06/26
3
2
2,062

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
2471 Pineda Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.04
$456,200
4
3
2,111
Off Market
2482 Valdes Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.05
$489,000
5
2.5
2,282
For Sale
2465 Pineda Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.07
$488,000
5
3
2,502
Off Market
2454 Quesada Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.09
$503,700
5
3
2,502
Off Market
2463 Valverde Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.08
$546,800
4
3
2,568
Off Market
2459 Valverde Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.09
$500,400
4
2
2,265
Off Market
2455 Valverde Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.09
$535,700
4
3
2,568
Off Market
2462 Valverde Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.10
$498,000
4
2
2,265
For Sale
2454 Valverde Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.11
$540,500
4
2
2,265
Off Market
2454 Galiano Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.13
$511,900
6
3
2,621
Off Market
2446 Valverde Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.13
$489,000
4
2
2,265
For Sale

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 7, 2026
Source: Bay East AOR #41142267
PriceChange
$525,888
Price increased by 5%
Jul 24, 2026
Source: Bay East AOR #41142267
PriceChange
$499,888
Price decreased by 6%
Jul 21, 2026
Source: Bay East AOR #41142267
Listed For Sale
$529,888
Jul 21, 2026
Source: Bay East AOR #41129866
ListingRemoved
$540,000
May 7, 2026
Source: Bay East AOR #41129866
Listed For Sale
$540,000

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Agent Phone: (925) 594-2990
Bay East© 2026, CCAR© 2026, bridgeMLS© 2026. Information Deemed Reliable but not Guaranteed. This information is being provided by the Bay East MLS, or CCAR MLS, or bridgeMLS. The listings presented here may or may not be listed by the Broker/Agent operating this website. This information is intended for the personal use of consumers and may not be used or any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data last updated at 2026-09-12 12:45:34 PDT.

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Frequently asked questions about 2481 Pineda Dr

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 2481 Pineda Dr?
    Based on a $525,888 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 2481 Pineda Dr in Merced, CA is approximately $3,361 (about $2,817 principal & interest, $469 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 2481 Pineda Dr compare to homes in Merced?
    2481 Pineda Dr in Merced, CA is listed at $525,888, about 40% above the $376K median sale price in Merced.
  • What do residents say about Merced?
    Residents describe Merced, CA as pedestrian-friendly, well-kept, and dog-friendly. See homes for sale in Merced, CA.
  • What are the closest schools to 2481 Pineda Dr?
    The closest schools to 2481 Pineda Dr in Merced, CA are Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary School (rated 4/10), Golden Valley High School (rated 4/10), Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle School (rated 5/10).
  • Does 2481 Pineda Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 2481 Pineda Dr in Merced, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 2481 Pineda Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 2481 Pineda Dr in Merced, CA has in-unit laundry.
2481 Pineda Dr, Merced, CA 95340 is a 6 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,621 sqft single-family home built in 2021. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by Bay East AOR on Jul 21, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 41142267.