612 Central Ave, Salinas, CA, 93901
About This Home
Great opportunity to own this duplex in South Salinas. 2 units: Front unit is a 2 bedroom 1 bath house, second unit located in the rear and is a spacious studio apartment with 1 bath. Studio has its own private entrance and fenced rear yard area. Separate electric meters. Each unit has their own washer & dryer machines. New TPO roof, exterior painting, & vinyl windows installed in September 2023. Possibility to build additional ADU unit in back. Close to Hartnell Community College, shopping, schools, grocery, banks, Salinas Valley Health Medical Center, Salinas City Center- Downtown, hwy 183, hwy 101, and hwy 68. Front unit is vacant ready for Owner move in or new tenant.
Getting Around
Somewhat Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1935
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter,Pillar/Post/Pier,Slab
- Roof: Other
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: Duplex,Residential Income
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Washer/Dryer
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
Features
- Door features: None
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Wall Furnace
- Cooling features: None
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,256
- Total interior livable area: 1,256 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: None
Details
- Parcel number: 002112011000
- Zoning: R-M-2.9
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Lot size: 6,500 sqft
- Features: Level
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: No Garage,On Street
- Carport: Yes
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Earthquake
- Heat Wave
- Inland Flooding
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Monterey County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $4,090 | $49,080 |
| Home Insurance * | $150 | $1,800 |
| Property Taxes | $934 | $11,208 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $5,572 | $66,864 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-06 | Price change | $849,000 |
| 2025-11-25 | Listed for sale | $899,000 |
| 2016-05-19 | Listing removed | $985 |
| 2015-08-12 | Listing removed | $1,450 |
| 2015-08-06 | Listed for rent | $1,450 |
| 2015-05-13 | Listing removed | $925 |
| 2015-04-04 | Listed for rent | $925 |
| 2013-03-08 | Listing removed | $1,300 |
| 2012-11-08 | Listed for rent | $1,300 |
| 2012-08-30 | Listing removed | $1,300 |
| 2012-07-20 | Listed for rent | $1,300 |
| 1997-08-29 | Sold | $3,000,000 |
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