490 W Spain Street

This property offers far more than meets the eye. Its R-L (Low Density Residential) zoning opens the door to a rare range of future development possibilities, including SB9 lot split potentialwhich may allow for up to two lots with the possibility of two units per lotalong with ADU/JADU opportunities, creating an exceptional canvas for expansion, multi-generational living, or long-term investment (buyer to verify). Just blocks from the iconic Sonoma Plaza, this charming turn-of-the-century cottage pairs immediate lifestyle appeal with remarkable upside. Rich with vintage character and original wood floors, the 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath residence offers great bonesnow thoughtfully enhanced with recent roof, electrical, HVAC, and comprehensive interior/exterior paint upgrades. Designed for both relaxed living and memorable entertaining, a beautifully covered indoor-outdoor dining pavilion seamlessly connects the main residence to the expansive oversized garagecurrently transformed into a vibrant flex space with game room, lounge, and gathering areas that flow effortlessly to additional outdoor entertaining spaces, including a fire pit retreat. Whether enjoyed as-is or reimagined over time, the property offers an uncommon blend of charm, versatility, and future potential. Whether envisioned as a thoughtfully updated in-town Sonoma residence, a strategic development opportunity, or a dynamic live-investment hold, this is a uniquely flexible offering in one of Sonoma's most coveted downtown locations.

Days on Market

0 days

Current Status

Active

Original Price

$1,195,000

List Price

$1,195,000

On Market Date

May 13, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Area

Sonoma

Zip Code

95476

MLS ID

326041601

APN

018-111-009-000

Year Built

1949

Stories in Building

Unavailable

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

BAREIS

Origin MLS System

Bed

3

Bath

2 (1/1)

Parking

3

Covered, Detached, Enclosed, Garage Door Opener, Garage Facing Side, Private, Side-by-Side, Workshop in Garage

SQ FT

1,398

SQ FT Source

Assessor Auto-Fill

Lot SQ FT

10,001.0

Lot Acres

0.2296 Acres

Kitchen

Breakfast Area

Cooling

MultiUnits

Dining Room

Formal Area

Exterior Details

Covered Courtyard, Fire Pit, Uncovered Courtyard

Flooring

Wood

Fire Place

Living Room

Heating

Central

Laundry

Dryer Included, Inside Room, Washer Included

Main Level

Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Street Entrance

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Basement

None

Architectural Style

Bungalow, Mid-Century

Fee

$0

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