972 E Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95340
OFF MARKET

$285,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,047 sqft

972 E Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95340

Est. Refi. Payment $1,879/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 22, 2017 for $144,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$286K
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-0.9%)
Since last year
Decreased$300 (-0.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$142K (+98.8%)
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 +104% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$286K
September 2026$286K
August 2026$289K
July 2026$289K
June 2026$288K
May 2026$290K
April 2026$287K
March 2026$289K
February 2026$284K
January 2026$284K
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
1056 E Alexander Ave, Merced, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$355,000
07/27/26
2
2
1,200
2970 Westminster Ct, Merced, CA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$360,000
07/28/26
3
2
1,282
3067 Aspen St, Merced, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$365,650
02/11/26
3
2
1,649
3151 Cherokee Ave, Merced, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$385,000
01/02/26
3
2
1,295
1122 Kensington Dr, Merced, CA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$365,000
08/03/26
3
2
1,680
3161 Kingsland Ave, Merced, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$399,000
01/30/26
3
2
1,656
1101 Kensington Dr, Merced, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$360,000
10/24/25
4
2
1,623
1226 Brookdale Dr, Merced, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$270,000
11/17/25
3
2
1,826
3072 Ironwood Ct, Merced, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$350,000
11/06/25
3
2.5
1,881
2971 Chestnut Ave, Merced, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$325,000
06/12/26
2
1
1,120

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
964 E Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95340
0.01
$252,900
2
2
1,047
Off Market
980 E Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95340
0.01
$250,500
2
2
1,047
Off Market
952 E Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95340
0.01
$281,000
2
2
1,047
Off Market
3002 Colony Park Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.02
$222,800
3
2
1,200
Off Market
1020 E Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95340
0.02
$284,200
2
2
1,047
Off Market
3003 Colony Park Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.02
$226,400
2
2
1,047
Off Market
920 E Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95340
0.02
$376,400
3
2
1,444
Off Market
1028 E Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95340
0.03
$297,900
2
2
1,100
Off Market
3072 Colony Park Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.03
$245,900
2
1.5
1,146
Off Market
3004 Colony Park Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.03
$282,800
2
2
1,047
Off Market
3007 Colony Park Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.03
$278,700
2
2
1,047
Off Market
3068 Colony Park Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.03
$237,800
2
1.5
1,146
Off Market
1036 E Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95340
0.03
$272,300
2
2
1,047
Off Market
971 E Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95340
0.03
$365,000
3
2
1,735
Off Market
949 E Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95340
0.04
$382,300
4
2
1,735
Off Market
3064 Colony Park Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.04
$273,400
2
1.5
1,146
Off Market
918 E Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95340
0.04
$480,400
4
4
2,232
Off Market
3078 Sycamore Ave, Merced, CA 95340
0.04
$321,200
3
2
1,228
Off Market
3006 Colony Park Dr, Merced, CA 95340
0.04
$261,700
2
2
1,047
Off Market
993 E Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95340
0.04
$379,400
3
2
1,735
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 972 E Olive Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1985
1,047 sqft
$273/sqft
Garage

About this House

Remodeled 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo. All tile flooring, rear private courtyard, single car detached garage and additional parking.

Tenant responsbile for all utilities.
972 E Olive Ave, Merced, CA 95340 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,047 sqft single-family home built in 1985. It last sold for $144,000 on Feb 22, 2017. More recently, it was listed as a rental in December 2018 with an asking price of $1,100 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 9, 2021. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $285,500, with a rent estimate of $1,666/month.

Home Details for 972 E Olive Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DryerWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1985Year Updated: 1986
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached, Off Street

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 2787 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 9, 2021
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
Jan 9, 2019
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$1,100
Dec 30, 2018
Source: N/A
Listed For Rent
$1,100
Feb 22, 2017
Source: N/A
Sold
$144,000
Jan 19, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$144,500

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

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

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  • 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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Frequently asked questions about 972 E Olive Ave

  • What is 972 E Olive Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 972 E Olive Ave in Merced, CA is $285,500.
  • What is the price history for 972 E Olive Ave?
    972 E Olive Ave in Merced, CA last sold for $144,000 in February 2017.
  • Is Merced a buyer's or seller's market?
    Merced is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Merced?
    The median sale price in Merced is $376K. That is down $6.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 972 E Olive Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 972 E Olive Ave in Merced, CA has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 972 E Olive Ave?
    The lot at 972 E Olive Ave in Merced, CA is about 0.06 acres (2,787 sq ft).

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