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Property Description
Interior photos coming Tuesday! Positioned on a prominent corner lot in one of Reno's most connected locations, this rare opportunity offers the space, layout, and potential that today's buyers dream about. With six bedrooms and a footprint surrounded by neighboring luxury properties reaching well over our price, this home is the perfect chance to create substantial upside and long-term value. Did we mention the views from almost every window? Located just moments from University of Nevada, Reno and steps from McCarran Boulevard, the property places you minutes from Downtown Reno, Midtown, shopping, dining, medical facilities, and easy freeway access to all parts of Northern Nevada. The home itself is ready for transformation. 3 Beds on main level, including primary suite, additional 3 bedrooms 1 bath and flex/bonus space downstairs. Flooring, kitchen, and bathrooms offer a blank canvas for remodeling and customization, making this an incredible option for investors, multigenerational living, student housing possibilities, or buyers wanting to build equity in a premier location. Outside, the oversized driveway, expansive corner setting, and large detached garage create flexibility rarely found in this price range , ideal for hobbies, storage, additional vehicles, workshops, or future creative use. This house was used to provide a nurturing environment for many, many students from all over the world as they attended UNR to become professors, doctors, engineers, and overall leaders in their communities. Priced intentionally below surrounding comparable properties, 2985 Socrates Drive is more than a home, it's an opportunity to reimagine, renovate, and unlock the full potential of an exceptional Reno location.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2985 Socrates Dr
General
- Price: $874,000
- HOA FEE: $27/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Semi-Annually
- Taxes: $3,552
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: 2502
- MLS ID: 260006214
- Updated: 5/17/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Breakfast Bar, Ceiling Fan(s), Pantry, Primary Downstairs, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Oven
- Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Concrete, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 6
Other Rooms
- Laundry: In Basement, Laundry Room, Shelves, Washer Hookup
Additional Information
- Shared Amenities: None
- Security/Safety: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
- Porch/Patio/Deck: Porch
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 5
- Parking Features: Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Location
- County: Washoe
- Subdivision: University Heights 2 Phase 2
School Information
- Elementary School: Peavine
- Middle School: Clayton
- High School: Hug
Community
- Association: Yes
- Assoc. Name: University Ridge Homeowners Association
- Assoc. Fees Include: Security, Snow Removal
Heating & Cooling
- Central air: Yes
- Air Conditioning: Yes
- Cooling Type: Central Air
- Heating Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Cable Available: Yes
- Utility Description: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Internet Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Phone Available, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Cellular Coverage
Structural Information
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Basement - Finished
- Roof: Composition, Shingle
- Common Walls: No Common Walls
- Windows: Aluminum Frames, Blinds, Double Pane Windows
- Stories/Levels: 1
- Building Size: 3493
- Square Feet: 3,493
- Living Area: 3,493 Sq. Ft.
- Year Built: 1988
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: None
Lot Features
- Property View: City, Mountain(s), Valley
- Mountain views: Yes
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.35
- Lot Size (Sq. Ft.): 15,333
- Frontage: City Street, Public
- Road Maintenance: Public Maintained Road
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Gentle Sloping, Landscaped, Sprinklers In Front
- Zoning: PD
- Fencing (Description): Back Yard, Partial
Financial Considerations
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $250.21
- Association Fee: Yes
- Association Fee: $160
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Semi-Annually
- Tax Amount: $3,552.84
- Terms: 1031 Exchange, Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Disclosures and Reports
- Special Conditions: Standard
- APN: 003-501-16
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Schools
Schools serving 2985 Socrates Dr
School District:Washoe County School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Peavine Elementary School 1601 Grandview Avenue, Reno, NV 89503 | K-5 | 1.6 mi |
Archie Clayton Middle School 1295 Wyoming Avenue, Reno, NV 89503 | 6-8 | 2.3 mi |
Robert Mc Queen High School 6055 Lancer Street, Reno, NV 89523 | 9-12 | 4.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 2985 Socrates Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/16/2026
Listed
$874,000
124.68%
MLS
6/26/2017
Sold
$389,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 2985 Socrates Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$3,553
3%
$133,997
1%
2024
$3,452
3%
$132,991
3%
2023
$3,352
3%
$128,541
13%
2022
$3,253
3%
$114,012
17%
2021
$3,162
—
$97,601
-4%
2021
$3,162
29%
$101,170
21%
2019
$2,446
3%
$83,345
5%
2018
$2,373
3%
$79,078
5%
2017
$2,301
3%
$75,192
—
2016
$2,244
—
$75,045
—
2015
$2,240
3%
$74,993
8%
2014
$2,176
—
$69,743
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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2985 Socrates Drive, Reno, NV 89512 (MLS# 260006214) is a Single Family property with 6 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 2985 Socrates Drive is currently listed for $874,000 and was received on May 16, 2026. Want to learn more about 2985 Socrates Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Reno? You can browse all Reno real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

