Hemet Home With 1,100 Sq Ft Shop on a Gated Lot | $575K
402 S Harvard St in Hemet, CA 92543, is a single-story, 3-bedroom, 2-bath home listed at $575,000. It sits on a gated 0.29-acre lot with no HOA and includes a 1,100 sq. ft. detached metal building with its own entrance and garage access. The building is unfinished, so the next owner can shape it to fit their plans. Schedule a showing.
Key Takeaways
- Listed at $575,000: 3 beds, 2 baths, about 1,600 sq. ft., single story, built in 1989.
- A 1,100 sq. ft. detached metal building with its own entrance and garage access, ready to finish.
- A 0.29-acre lot with a privacy wall, security gates, mature landscaping, and no HOA.
- Roof replaced in 2022, newer HVAC, and fresh exterior paint.
- Estimated payment of $3,901 a month (as of September 2026, 20% down.
Tell me more about 402 S Harvard St in Hemet?
402 S Harvard St is a single-family home in Hemet, Riverside County. It has a 1,600 sq. ft. main house and a separate 1,100 sq. ft. building on the same lot. The listing shows 2,700 sq. ft. because it counts both.
| Detail | Info |
| Address | 402 S Harvard St, Hemet, CA 92543 |
| List price | $575,000 |
| Bedrooms /Bathrooms | 3 / 2 |
| Main home | About 1,600 sq. ft. |
| Detached building | About 1,100 sq. ft. |
| Lot size | 0.29 acres (about 12,632 sq. ft.) |
| Year built | 1989 |
| Garage | 2-car |
| HOA | $0 |
| Property type | Single-family residence |
What Does the Main Home Include?
The main home is a one-level house with three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. All bedrooms are on the main level. It also has a living room, a family room, and a dedicated laundry room.
Kitchen and Bathrooms
The MLS listing includes a kitchen and two full bathrooms, both on the main level. It does not list the appliances, so ask the agent what stays with the house.
Flooring and Windows
The listing does not name the flooring, so check the photos and look closely at the showing. A 2014 permit lists new windows, but it does not say which ones.
Heating, Cooling, and Updates
Central furnace heating and central air run the house. The roof was replaced in 2022, based on public permit records. The HVAC system is newer, and the exterior has fresh paint.
Garage and Parking
The main home has a 2-car garage. The detached building has its own separate garage access, and the large lot leaves plenty of room for extra parking.
What Is the 1,100 Sq. Ft. Detached Building?
It is a metal building of about 1,100 sq. ft. on the same lot as the main home. It has its own entrance and garage access. The building is unfinished, so the next owner can complete it to fit their plans.
Side Yard Groundwork
The side yard has brand-new concrete and exterior lighting. Water, gas, and electrical lines are already run to the area, which saves the next owner some early work.
What You Could Do With It
The listing suggests private quarters, a home office, a gym, an entertainment area, or a workshop. Picture a workshop or a home gym steps from your back door. You could even run a business from your own backyard shop. Business use has its own rules, covered in the permits section below.
Schedule a Showing to walk through the main home and the building.
How Much Does 402 S Harvard St Cost?
The home is listed at $575,000. Redfin’s estimate is $574,365, about $635 below the list price. There are no HOA dues.
Price Per Square Foot
On 2,700 sq. ft., the price is $213 per sq. ft. On the 1,600 sq. ft. main home alone, it is about $359. Because the building is unfinished, many buyers will judge value by the main home first.
Comparable Sales
Six recent nearby sales ranged from $279,000 to $670,000. The four below are the closest in size or price. Each home with more than three bedrooms is marked.
| Address | Sold | Price | Beds /Baths | Sq. ft. | Per sq. ft. |
| 591 S Juanita St | May 2026 | $489,000 | 3 / 2 | 1,770 | $276 |
| 485 Hermosa St | Jul 2026 | $445,000 | 3 / 2 | 1,726 | $258 |
| 490 Janeva Ct | Sep 2026 | $479,900 | 4 / 2.5 | 2,163 | $222 |
| 940 E Whittier Ave | Jul 2026 | $670,000 | 5 / 3 | 2,964 | $226 |
The Janeva Ct home has 4 beds and the Whittier Ave home has 5 beds. The Whittier Ave home also has a larger lot.
At 2,700 sq. ft., this home’s $213 per sq. ft. sits below all four sales. At 1,600 sq. ft., it sits above them. Read the numbers with that gap in mind.
Monthly Payment
As of September 2026, the estimated payment is 3,901amonth.Thatassumes20%down(115,000) on a 30-year fixed loan at 7.38%. It includes $3,177 for principal and interest, $599 for property tax, and $125 for insurance. Your rate and costs will differ. Use our [home buyer guide] to plan your budget.
Property Taxes
Taxes are low now because of Prop 13. After sale, taxes will be based on the new price. The 2025 bill was $1,460, while the payment estimate above uses $599 a month, or about $7,188 a year. Ask the county for an exact figure.
Market Activity
As of September 2026, the home had been on the market for 8 days. The average home in the area goes pending in 52 days, and homes are selling at about 99.1% of list price. See our [Hemet housing market update] for wider trends.
Could This Home Work for an Investor?
Possibly, but the income depends on what you finish. The main home has an estimated rent of $2,842 a month, and it was listed for rent at $2,700 in September 2024. The estimated payment is about $1,059 higher than that rent estimate.
Extra rent from the building could help close that gap. The listing gives no rent figure for it, though, and the building is unfinished. Rental use also depends on the rules in the permits section. Get local rent quotes and a contractor estimate before you count on the income.
What Do Buyers Need to Know About Permits and City Approval?
Confirm the building’s permit status, size, and allowed uses with the City of Hemet before you offer. Public records show a 2022 re-roof and a 2014 garage and windows remodel. They show no permit for the metal building, but that list may be incomplete.
- Is the building permitted, and can it be used as living space, a rental, or a home business?
- What work is left to finish it, and what does a contractor estimate?
- Do the 1,100 sq. ft. and 1,600 sq. ft. sizes match county records?
- Does a home inspection cover the roof, HVAC, and the building?
What Is the Neighborhood Like?
The home is in central Hemet, in the San Jacinto Valley. Downtown Hemet, known as the Harvard District, sits around East Florida Avenue and has local shops, cafes, and bars. Palm Springs is about an hour away. See our [Hemet neighborhood guide] for more areas.
Shopping and Groceries
Hemet Valley Mall (2200 W Florida Ave) is about 1.5 miles away in a straight line. It is anchored by J.C. Penney and Hobby Lobby. Stater Bros. (210 E Stetson Ave) and Walmart Supercenter (1231 S Sanderson Ave) cover groceries.
Getting Around
Highways 74 and 79 share Florida Avenue through Hemet, so it is the main road across town. The local walkability rating is 8.0 out of 10 (“very walkable”), and the bike rating is 5.8 out of 10. The noise rating is 7.0 out of 10, which means few noise sources.
Outdoors and Health Care
Diamond Valley Lake sits on the south side of Hemet. Its marina at 2615 Angler Ave offers fishing and boating. Hemet Valley Medical Center is about 1.4 miles away.
Assigned Schools
GreatSchools rates the assigned schools as follows. Check current boundaries with the district.
- Hemet Elementary (K-5), 0.4 miles: 4/10
- Acacia Middle School (6-8), 0.6 miles: 2/10
- West Valley High School (9-12), 2.8 miles: 4/10
What Are the Climate and Sun Conditions?
Flood risk is low, while fire and heat risks are moderate. The ratings are 1/10 for flood, 6/10 for wildfire, 7/10 for heat, 6/10 for air quality, and 1/10 for wind. For 2026, the forecast shows about 7 days above 104°F and 9 unhealthy air days.
The home has a Sunscore of 92/100 and gets 10.7 hours of sun in June and 7.3 in December. Summers are hot, with an average August high near 95°F. Ask an insurer for a quote, since fire and heat ratings can affect cost.
Frequently Asked Question
Can I rent the detached building?
Only if the city allows it and the building is finished. See the permits section for what to ask.
Can I run a business from the building?
Maybe. Home business rules vary, so check with the City of Hemet before you plan on it.
Was this home ever a rental?
Yes. It was listed for rent at $2,700 a month in September 2024 and removed in October 2024.
When did the home last sell?
It last sold in July 2008 for $165,000. That listing said the home was sold as is.
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About the author: Christian Rios is a real estate agent in Menifee, CA (DRE #02003529) with eXp Realty of Southern California, Inc. Christian is the listing agent for 402 S Harvard St. Call 951-482-7440 to ask about the home or book a tour.
