981 Barney St, Merced, CA 95340
SOLD
AUG 11, 2026
Listed by Peter Huff, Huff Real Estate, (209) 261-0592 . Bought with Huff Real Estate

$450,100

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 5 Baths
  • 2 sqft (on 0.60 acres)

981 Barney St, Merced, CA 95340

Est. Refi. Payment $2,790/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 11, 2026 for $450,000 (14% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$450K
Since last month
Decreased$59K (-11.5%)
Since last year
Decreased$235K (-34.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$500 (+0.1%)
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 +153% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$451K
July 2026$509K
June 2026$508K
May 2026$511K
April 2026$534K
March 2026$526K
February 2026$621K
January 2026$620K
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
901 Barney St, Merced, CA
0.06
Multi-Family Home
$765,000
08/11/26
8
8
4,800
941 Barney St, Merced, CA
0.03
Multi-Family Home
$765,000
08/11/26
11
8
4,800
175 E Main St, Merced, CA
0.73
Multi-Family Home
$425,000
08/21/26
5
3
2,098
1999 Highland Dr, Merced, CA
0.32
Multi-Family Home
$379,000
08/25/26
2
2
1,300
1320 E 20th St, Merced, CA
0.34
Multi-Family Home
$375,000
03/13/26
4
-
-
1203 G St, Merced, CA
1.17
Multi-Family Home
$520,000
10/24/25
7
7
3,280
60 E 12th St, Merced, CA
1.14
Multi-Family Home
$527,500
09/05/25
8
4
3,000
415 W 25th St, Merced, CA
1.14
Multi-Family Home
$185,000
06/29/26
4
2
1,900
1763 - 1785 Santa Fe Avenue, Merced, CA
1.61
Multi-Family Home
$430,000
08/31/26
8
4
2,746

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
941 Barney St, Merced, CA 95340
0.03
$765,000
11
8
4,800
Recently Sold
901 Barney St, Merced, CA 95340
0.06
$765,000
8
8
4,800
Recently Sold
1033 Barney St, Merced, CA 95340
0.03
$295,600
3
1
1,018
Off Market
899 Barney St, Merced, CA 95340
0.08
$300,700
2
1
791
Off Market
1077 Barney St, Merced, CA 95340
0.05
$318,500
3
1
1,018
Off Market
890 Barney St, Merced, CA 95340
0.09
$299,000
2
1
1,233
For Sale
889 E 23rd St, Merced, CA 95340
0.09
$285,000
2
1
1,286
Recently Sold
1099 E 23rd St, Merced, CA 95340
0.07
$330,100
3
2
1,076
Off Market
1101 Barney St, Merced, CA 95340
0.08
$315,900
3
1
878
Off Market
1070 E 23rd St, Merced, CA 95340
0.08
$400,000
3
2
820
Recently Sold
973 E 22nd St, Merced, CA 95340
0.11
$328,400
2
1
936
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Multi-Family
Built in 1950
0.6 acre lot
2 sqft
$225,000/sqft

About this House

5 units renting for $1000-$1200 monthly, each 1 bedroom/1 bath, approximately 600 sq ft. Low-maintenance units with window AC and heat pumps or wall heaters. Potential monthly income is $5,500. Each unit has its own electric and gas meter. Owner pays water, sewer, and garbage, approximately $93 per unit. 941 Barney is also for sale, with 8 units, and can be sold together or separately. Roofs and exterior paint replaced within the last 5 years.
981 Barney St, Merced, CA 95340 is a 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 2 sqft multi-family built in 1950. It last sold for $450,000 on Aug 11, 2026 (14% below the $525,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in May 2026 with an asking price of $1,100 per month. That rental listing was removed on May 30, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $450,100, with a rent estimate of $1,255/month.

Home Details for 981 Barney St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 1Types of Rooms: Bedroom
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 5
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, RefrigeratorLaundry: Common AreaRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Wall FurnaceHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Wall/Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Wall Furnace
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Common Walls: 1 Common Wall
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 1Entry Location: 1

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
No GarageNo Attached GarageParking: On Street
Pool
Pool: None
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Surface & Elevation
Elevation Units: Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 145

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Residential IncomeProperty Subtype: Mixed Use
Building
Not a New ConstructionAttached To Another StructureNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 034041030000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $525,000Price Per Sqft: $225,000/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon May 04 2026

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Merced

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: SidewalksNot Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: California Regional MLS

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.60 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash, Conventional, Submit

Business

Expense
Tenant Pays: Electricity, Gas

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

No Rent Control

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: MC25261071Living Area Range Units: Square FeetAttribution Contact: 209-261-0592Back On Market Date: Mon Apr 27 2026Common Interest: NoneUniversal Property Id: US-06047-N-034041030000-R-N

Additional Information

SidewalksSource Internet Entire Listing Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 11, 2026
Source: CRMLS #MC25261071
Sold
$450,000
May 30, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,100
May 15, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$1,100
May 5, 2026
Source: CRMLS #MC25261071
Pending
$525,000
Apr 28, 2026
Source: CRMLS #MC25261071
PriceChange
$525,000
Price decreased by 5%

Market trends in Merced

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$385K
$1.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.6%
Price per sq ft
$247
$1MoM
Available listings
296
16MoM

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 981 Barney St

  • What is 981 Barney St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 981 Barney St in Merced, CA is $450,100.
  • What is the price history for 981 Barney St?
    981 Barney St in Merced, CA last sold for $450,000 in August 2026.
  • 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 $385K. That is up $1.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 981 Barney St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 981 Barney St in Merced, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 981 Barney St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 981 Barney St in Merced, CA has laundry facilities.

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