3216 El Capitan Ave, Merced, CA 95340
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FOR SALE
Listed by Eric Jaurique-Pouncey, BHGRE Everything Real Estate, (209) 769-3934

$345,000

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,446 sqft

3216 El Capitan Ave, Merced, CA 95340

Est. Mortgage $2,210/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1960
$239/sqft
2 Car Garage

Local Information

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

About this House

Looking for a 3-bed single family home in Merced under $350K? This centrally located gem near shopping, dining, and gyms offers the space and flexibility today’s buyers want. With two large living areas, hardwood floors in all bedrooms, and a newly remodeled guest shower, this 1960-built home blends comfort and updates in a prime location.

Set on a 7,440 sq ft lot, the home spans 1,446 sq ft of interior living space and features two spacious living rooms—ideal for entertaining, multi-use setups, or added privacy. Original hardwood floors run throughout all bedrooms, adding warmth and timeless charm. A newer roof adds to the home's strong fundamentals.

The primary suite includes its own bathroom for added convenience, while the hall bath features a newly updated shower for guests and daily use.

The backyard offers generous outdoor space for play, gardening, or future expansion. A two-car garage provides secure parking and storage options.

Whether you're investing or settling in, this property offers solid value, location, and flexibility. Located minutes from Merced College, gyms, shopping centers, and local parks.

Showings available by appointment.

Home Details for 3216 El Capitan Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 3Types of Rooms: Master Bathroom, Bathroom, Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Main Level Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (main level): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1446 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Sewer Connected, Water ConnectedAppliances: Electric CooktopLaundry: Washer Hookup
Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: Living RoomSpa: NoneHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, WoodCommon Walls: No Common Walls
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Number of Stories: 1Levels: OneEntry Location: 1Accessibility: NoneFloors: Carpet, Tile, Wood
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No View
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: PorchFencing: WoodFoundation: RaisedNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 155Days on Market: 165

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1960
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: HouseArchitecture: House
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New ConstructionNot Attached PropertyNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 006102003000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $345,000Price Per Sqft: $239
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Wed Jul 15 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: Merced
School Information
High School District: Merced Union

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: MC26031224

Community

Community Features: Storm Drain(s), Street Lights, SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLSHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7440 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, 1031 Exchange, VA Loan

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: MC26031224Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 209-769-3934Back On Market Date: Thu Sep 03 2026Common Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06047-N-006102003000-R-N

Additional Information

Storm Drain(s)Street LightsSidewalksSource Internet Entire Listing Display

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
$345K
Since last month
Increased$11K (+3.2%)
Since last year
Increased$7K (+2.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$278K (+418.5%)
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 +89% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$345K
August 2026$335K
July 2026$334K
June 2026$338K
May 2026$339K
April 2026$338K
March 2026$339K
February 2026$343K
January 2026$333K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

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
3191 El Capitan Ave, Merced, CA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$337,500
04/28/26
3
2
1,315
3334 El Capitan Ct, Merced, CA
0.10
Single-Family Home
$350,000
12/05/25
3
2
1,418
830 Brookdale Dr, Merced, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$407,000
09/30/25
3
2
1,513
2257 E Olive Ave, Merced, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$320,000
03/13/26
3
2
1,460
3303 Sutter Ct, Merced, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$373,800
01/21/26
4
2
1,381
3151 Cherokee Ave, Merced, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$385,000
01/02/26
3
2
1,295
822 Seneca St, Merced, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$345,000
09/19/25
3
2
1,519
415 Columbia Ave, Merced, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$358,000
03/11/26
3
2
1,175
3161 Kingsland Ave, Merced, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$399,000
01/30/26
3
2
1,656

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
3215 El Capitan Ave, Merced, CA 95340
0.03
$375,600
3
2
1,420
Off Market
3209 Erie Ave, Merced, CA 95340
0.03
$361,000
3
2
1,417
Off Market
3191 El Capitan Ave, Merced, CA 95340
0.05
$337,500
3
2
1,315
Recently Sold
3208 Erie Ave, Merced, CA 95340
0.06
$471,800
4
2
1,963
Off Market
3167 Erie Ave, Merced, CA 95340
0.08
$367,100
3
2
1,368
Off Market
544 Seminole Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.08
$415,000
4
2
1,645
For Sale
3166 Erie Ave, Merced, CA 95340
0.10
$350,200
3
2
1,378
Off Market
3215 Monte Vista Ct, Merced, CA 95340
0.09
$407,600
3
2
1,412
Off Market
3158 College Ave #3150, Merced, CA 95340
0.11
$1,358,300
16
4
5,600
Off Market
3150 College Ave #3158, Merced, CA 95340
0.12
$1,357,400
16
8
5,600
Off Market
3334 El Capitan Ct, Merced, CA 95340
0.10
$350,000
3
2
1,418
Recently Sold

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 3, 2026
Source: CRMLS #MC26031224
PendingToActive
$345,000
Jul 17, 2026
Source: CRMLS #MC26031224
Pending
$345,000
Feb 11, 2026
Source: CRMLS #MC26031224
Listed For Sale
$345,000
Sep 22, 2009
Source: N/A
Sold
$66,500
Jun 16, 2009
Source: N/A
Sold
$185,194

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Agent Phone: (209) 769-3934
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Frequently asked questions about 3216 El Capitan Ave

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 3216 El Capitan Ave?
    Based on a $345,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 3216 El Capitan Ave in Merced, CA is approximately $2,236 (about $1,853 principal & interest, $308 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 3216 El Capitan Ave compare to homes in Merced?
    3216 El Capitan Ave in Merced, CA is listed at $345,000, about 8% below 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 3216 El Capitan Ave?
    The closest schools to 3216 El Capitan Ave in Merced, CA are Donn B. Chenoweth Elementary School (rated 4/10), Herbert H. Cruickshank Middle School (rated 5/10), Merced High School (rated 4/10).
  • Does 3216 El Capitan Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 3216 El Capitan Ave in Merced, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 3216 El Capitan Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 3216 El Capitan Ave in Merced, CA has laundry facilities.
3216 El Capitan Ave, Merced, CA 95340 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,446 sqft single-family home built in 1960. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CRMLS on Feb 11, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# MC26031224.