2985 Socrates Drive, Reno, NV 89512

• 6 beds |
• 3 baths |
• 3,493 sqft

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.

Listing Status:

Active

Date Added:

May 16, 2026

Data Last Updated:

May 20, 2026 at 5:41AM

Listing Office:

RE/MAX Gold : 775-787-3629

Listing Agent:

Linda Christensen : 775-550-3738

MLS ID:

260006214

Interior

• General: Ceiling Fan(s)Breakfast BarPantryPrimary DownstairsWalk-In Closet(s)
• Appliances: DisposalDishwasherMicrowaveOvenGas Cooktop
• Laundry: Washer HookupLaundry RoomShelvesElectric Dryer HookupIn Basement
• Basement: Finished
• Flooring: CarpetConcreteCeramic TileWood
• A/C: Central Air
• Heating: Forced AirNatural Gas
• Fireplace: Fireplaces: 0

Exterior

• General: Rain Gutters
• Other Structures: None
• Parking: DetachedGarageGarage Door OpenerGarage Door Opener ControlsParking spaces: 5

Construction

• Roofing: CompositionShingle
• Windows: Aluminum FramesBlindsDouble Pane Windows
• General: Vinyl Siding1Crawl Space

Location

• Road/Access: PublicCity Street
• HOA Amenities: SecuritySnow RemovalCommon Area - Maintenance160.0Semi-Annually
• County: Washoe

Lot

• Zoning: PD003-501-16
• View: CityMountain(s)ValleyView
• Fencing: Back YardPartial

Utilities

• Utilities: Cable AvailableElectricity ConnectedNatural Gas ConnectedPhone AvailableSewer ConnectedWater ConnectedCellular CoverageInternet Connected
• Water: Public
• Sewer: Public Sewer