831 French Street, Santa Ana, CA 92701
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831 French Street,Santa Ana, CA 92701
$849,000
- - Beds
- - Baths
- 2,065 sq. ft.
- Multi-family
- Active
Listed by: patricia garcia-velasquez
Office: advance realty714-647-9844
MLS#:PW26114732
Source:CRMLS
Price summary
- Price:$849,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$411.14
About this home
Welcome to the Gowdy House, a classic Craftsman triplex located in the highly sought-after Historic French Park neighborhood and designated as a contributive property on Santa Ana’s Historic Properties list, check for possible qualification for Mills Act. Rich in character and architectural charm, this is a rare opportunity to own a piece of local history with strong income potential. The property features three units: Unit A is a spacious ground-level residence of approximately 1,027 sq ft(buyer to verify), offering 2 bedrooms with a Jack-and-Jill layout, 1 1/4 bath, a formal living room, dining area with built-in buffet, as well as a separate laundry room and pantry. Unit B is located upstairs and is approximately 725 sq ft(buyer to verify), configured as a 1-bedroom, 1-bath with potential to easily create a second bedroom. Unit C is a downstairs studio unit of approximately 312 sq ft(buyer to verify), ideal for additional income or flexible use. An exceptional opportunity for an owner-user, this “live in one and rent the others” setup provides the ability to offset your mortgage while enjoying the character of a historic home, with added flexibility for multigenerational living. Investors will be drawn to the triplex layout, delivering multiple income streams and significant upside through cosmetic improvements and potential ADU expansion (buyer to verify). Additional features include a welcoming front porch, basement for added storage or potential use, and a detached rear storage structure that may offer ADU conversion potential (buyer to verify with the City). Recent improvements include a newer composition shingle roof and updated electrical panel. This is a fixer with tremendous upside in one of Santa Ana’s most desirable historic neighborhoods....
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Home facts
- Year built:1911
- Listing ID #:PW26114732
- Added:1 day(s) ago
- Updated:May 30, 2026 at 12:34 PM
Rooms and interior
- Living area:2,065 sq. ft.
Structure and exterior
- Year built:1911
- Building area:2,065 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.1 Acres
- Architectural Style:Craftsman
- Construction Materials:Wood Siding
- Levels:2 Story
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Sewer Assessment
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$849,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$411.14
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Inside
Parking
- Total parking spaces:2
- Parking description:Driveway
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