490 Wellesley Ave, Mill Valley, CA 94941

$1,495,000
2
BD
2
BA
1,601
SqFt

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Listing courtesy of Joanne Madden from Coldwell Banker Realty

List Price
$1,495,000
Status
ACTIVE
Days on Market
2
MLS#
326072089
Subtype
Residential
Style
Contemporary, Mid-Century Modern, Traditional
Year Built
1968
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
2
Full Baths
2
Living Area
1,601
Lot Size
8,551
Acres
0.20
Neighborhood
Mill Valley
MLS Area Major
Mill Valley

Property Description

The views are extraordinary! Sweeping water vistas and dramatic hillside views take center stage in this recently updated Mill Valley home. Soaring open-beamed ceilings, abundant windows, and expansive wraparound decks create a spectacular sense of space, light, and connection to the outdoors. The living and dining rooms feature walls of glass that flood the interiors with natural light while capturing breathtaking scenery from multiple vantage points. The wraparound decks extend the living space outdoors, creating an exceptional setting for entertaining, dining al fresco, or simply enjoying the ever-changing views. Freshly painted and enhanced with new and refinished hardwood floors, new fixtures, and updated lighting throughout, the home feels fresh and inviting. The well-appointed kitchen features a large center island, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and abundant cabinetry and storage, flowing seamlessly into the open-concept living and dining areas. The main level includes two bedrooms, two full bathrooms, a convenient laundry closet, and a generously sized office with closet that could be converted to a third bedroom. Downstairs, a versatile space with its own entrance offers exciting possibilities as a large home office, creative studio, or flexible workspace. An attached one-car garage with epoxy flooring and extensive storage adds everyday convenience. An oversized lot further enhances the property's appeal, featuring a fenced yard with Mt. Tam views that serves as a blank canvas for the new owners to create their own outdoor oasis, garden, or entertaining space. The generous parcel also offers potential for future expansion, subject to applicable approvals and permitting. Enjoy the best of the Mill Valley lifestyle, with highly regarded local schools, an easy commute to San Francisco, and popular destinations just minutes away, including Good Earth Natural Foods, Equator Coffees, Hook Fish Co., and The Junction. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the nearby hiking and biking trails, Muir Woods, and Muir Beach. With spectacular water and hillside views, dramatic light-filled interiors, expansive wraparound decks, flexible living spaces, and an oversized lot, this special property offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the beauty, convenience, and relaxed lifestyle of Mill Valley, with room to make it your own.

Additional Information

Interior Features
Beamed Ceilings
Exterior Features
Balcony
Property Description
Contemporary, Mid-Century Modern, Traditional
Flooring
Stone, Tile, Wood
Appliances
Electric Oven, Built in Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Gas Cooktop, Range Hood, Ice Maker
Heating
Central, Wood Stove
Air Conditioning
Central Air
Stories
2
Levels
Two
Roof
Tar/Gravel
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Parking Features
Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Guest, Uncovered
Garage Spaces
1
School District
Tamalpais Union
View
Bay, Garden, Mountain(s), Mountain(s)

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