2BR / 1Ba 569ft2
Built 1950. Remodeled 2014
Single Story Detached House
Address:
363 Ford Road, Sacramento, CA 95838
Charming North Sacramento Cottage on a wide 6,534± Sq. Ft. Lot with highly coveted R-3-R Zoning, allowing space to expand or explore ADU possibilities—a rare find at this price point.
Whether you’re a first-time buyer, investor, or developer, this property offers unmatched flexibility: live in the cottage while you design a multi-unit buildout, or hold as a rental with future redevelopment upside.
Currently, the property is a turnkey, move-in-ready, 2-bedroom house featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, LED lighting, an LG HVAC system, dual granite bathroom sinks, and a walk-in closet with mirrored doors. Mature landscaping and a fully fenced yard create a private, serene oasis close to all amenities in a central location.
Inside you’ll find an airy, light-filled layout with royal combination of carpet, hardwood and tile flooring, 220V Electric heat and air conditioning.
The sizable yard offers room for gardens, outdoor dining, pets, play, RV or future additions.
Excellent access to neighborhood parks, local schools, and everyday conveniences—plus quick freeway connectivity for easy commuting.
Tucked near Natomas, about 5 miles north of Downtown Sacramento and near I-80, this move-in-ready cottage blends efficient living with growth potential.
An ideal opportunity for an owner-occupant or investor seeking a turnkey home with upside on a generous lot.
Rare Multi-Unit Development Opportunity in North Sacramento!
Welcome to 363 Ford Rd, a charming 2-bedroom cottage on a generous 6,534 Sq Ft lot with powerful upside.
Zoned R-3-R (Multi-Unit Dwelling Zone), this parcel allows for multi-unit housing (duplex, triplex, fourplex or more) plus additional Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) potential (buyer to verify).
The property enjoys up to 50% lot coverage = 3,267 Sq Ft footprint and ~6,500+ Sq Ft buildable floor area with two stories—meaning multiple dwellings are feasible under current code.
California ADU law also permits up to 2 ADUs, with ≤800 Sq Ft ADUs exempt from lot-coverage and density caps.
This translates into 5+ income-producing units on a single parcel—a rare chance to maximize both cash flow and equity growth.
Zoning and Development Potential:
Rare Zoning: R-3-R (Multi-Unit Dwelling)
Lot Coverage: 50% = 3,267 Sq. Ft. footprint
Buildable Floor Area: ~6,500+ Sq. Ft. (2 Stories)
Allowed Units: Duplex/Triplex/Fourplex/Multi-Unit + Up to 2 ADUs
Highlight: 5+ Rental Doors on One Lot
Cute Cottage Home with Beautiful Garden and Huge Backyard
Gorgeously & Affluently Remodeled in 2014
Paradise for Nature Lover(s)
RV Access to the Backyard
At a Glance:
2 Bedroom 1 Bathroom
One of a Kind Home. Idyllic Setting where reality seems to melt away
Complete Safety with Full Fencing
Magnificent Mature Landscaping
Feels like a Getaway in Nature
Fabulous Views all around
Kitchen:
Exquisite Granite Countertop in the Kitchen
Matching & Sparkling Stainless Steel Set of Appliances – Refrigerator + Gas Cooking Range + Dishwasher
Bedrooms:
Master Bedroom has Full-sized Walk-In Closet with Fashionable
Sliding Mirror Doors
Lively and Beautiful Views of the Grand Backyard
Bathroom:
Luxurious Dual Sinks and Granite Countertop in the Bathroom
Spacious and Polished Wood Cabinets for Storage
Laundry:
Washer Dryer Hook-ups
220V Outlet
Fencing and Gated Entrance:
Safety and Privacy: Fully Fenced on 3 Sides
Wide Sliding Gate for Vehicular Access
Smaller Wooden Door-Style Gate for Quick and Easy Access
Lawns, Gardens & Yards:
Large Backyard and Sideyard with RV Access
Gorgeous Mature Hedge with Privacy in the Front Yard
Underground Sprinkler System and Drip Irrigation with Automatic Timer
Exceptional Landscaping Potential – Design Your Green Space. Fertile Soil and Open Canvas for Planting Flowers, Trees, Kitchen Garden, Zen Garden and/or Organic Farming
Features:
Newer High End Appliances & Light Fixtures
Energy Efficient LED Lighting throughout House
Flooring is Royal Combination of Carpet, Hardwood & Tile
Large Double Pane Sliding Windows bring the outside in and create Lively Atmosphere
HVAC – Heating, Ventilating and Air Conditioning:
220V LG Air Conditioner for both Heating and Cooling.
All Windows are equipped with Screen Meshes and Air-Water Tight Glass for year-around Light and Ventilation (as desired).
The house is surrounded with Exotic Mature Trees which provide full shade and cool breeze throughout the summer months. This keeps the cooling costs to minimum.
In the winter months, the same trees shed all their leaves providing full unobstructed Sunlight. The large double pane windows and insulated walls keep the inside warm and cozy.
Stellar Location:
0.2 Miles from Two Parks, which include Skating Rink, Tennis Courts, Community Center
1.2 Miles from Supermarket, Subway, Starbucks, Gas Stations etc.
1 Mile from I-80 Freeway
Peaceful Neighborhood
Close to Schools
Ideal for Professionals – Close to Business Offices & Shopping Centers
North Sacramento Location – Next to Natomas, Northgate, American & Sacramento River
Driving Distance from Major Landmarks:
1.8 Miles from Northgate
3.5 Miles from Natomas
5.1 Miles from Downtown Sacramento
7 Miles from California State University, Sacramento (CSU / CSUS)
7.5 Miles from Amtrak Station
10 Miles from Tower Bridge
21.1 Miles from University of California, Davis (UC Davis / UCD)
This house is truly a rare gem.
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