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Rebecca Brooks

rebeccabrooks@epique.me +1(415) 717-8398

Listed by Haney | Potter Own Marin

$1,695,000

Est. payment - /mo

2 Beds

3 Baths

2,389 SqFt

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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Single Family Residence

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,389 sqft

Price per Sqft $709

MLS Listing ID 326035944

Style Other

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

HOA Y/N No

Year Built 1949

Lot Size 0.268 Acres

Acres 0.2677

Property Sub-Type Single Family Residence

Property Description

Welcome to 53 SFD, an eclectic 1949 home blending Japanese-inspired design with mid-century influences, where craftsmanship, natural materials, and a strong connection to nature define the experience. A private driveway lined with bamboo, fig, and mature trees accommodates 4-5 cars and creates a peaceful buffer from the street. Beyond a traditional Japanese-style gate, shaded by a flowering cherry tree, the home opens to a serene garden with layered plantings, stepping stones, and a zen fountain. The pathway was designed to echo falling cherry blossoms, beautifully realized each spring. Inside, the home is rich with character. Redwood paneling, stained glass windows, vintage tile work, and distinct rooms create warmth and individuality throughout. A stained-glass dome skylight crowns the entry, casting colored light across the space. The main living room is anchored by a substantial brick fireplace and flows to a glass-enclosed sunroom overlooking the gardens. The kitchen balances charm and function with butcher block countertops, and a Viking range. Nearby, a cozy family room offers a casual place to gather or entertain. A formal library could be a 3rd bedroom. It is wrapped in floor-to-ceiling wood paneling, with built-in shelving and its own fireplace, creates an intimate retreat rarely found today. Across 2,389 square feet, the layout offers flexibility with two bedrooms, an office, and two sunrooms. Below, an expansive 1,814-square-foot basement provides exceptional storage space rarely seen in Marin. The primary suite opens to a bright sitting area with picture windows oriented toward Corte Madera Creek just beyond. An adjoining glass-enclosed workspace enhances the connection to nature. The en-suite bath adds personality with cobalt blue vintage tile and rich wood paneling. The secondary bedroom sits adjacent to the library, with sliding doors opening directly to the deck. A nearby full bath continues the home's timeless style with a clawfoot tub and separate shower. Outdoor living is equally special, with a split-level deck designed for entertaining or quiet relaxation beside the creek, where deer, birds, and seasonal steelhead salmon are often seen. Positioned on the border of Ross and San Anselmo, the location offers easy access to cafs, trails around Phoenix Lake, dining, shopping, top-rated schools, and a vibrant community delivering both convenience and escape in one remarkable setting.

Location

State CA

County Marin

Area Ross

Rooms

Basement Full

Kitchen Butcher Block Counters, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Combo

Interior

Heating Central

Cooling None

Flooring Wood

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Living Room

Appliance Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator

Laundry Dryer Included, Washer Included

Exterior

Utilities Available Public

Waterfront Description Public

View Water

Roof Type Composition

Total Parking Spaces 5

Private Pool No

Building

Lot Description Auto Sprinkler Rear, See Remarks

Foundation Concrete Perimeter

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Architectural Style Other

Level or Stories 1

Others

Senior Community No

Tax ID 07310124

Special Listing Condition Standard

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53 Sir Francis Drake BLVD Ross, CA 94957

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