Property Overview:
This is a classic Craftsman home in sunny Madrone Canyon, Larkspur, originally built in 1909 (main home) and 1916 (variant listing). The property features a main residence with 2-3 bedrooms and 2-3 bathrooms, plus a legal lower en suite unit (ADU/Jr. 1BD) with a private entrance—ideal for guests, extended family, office, or rental income. The home offers approximately 1,500+ sq. ft. of living space on a street-to-street lot for enhanced privacy.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Prime Madrone Canyon location:
- Walkable to downtown Larkspur (shops, dining, coffee, Perry’s, Equator Coffee, Pico’s, etc.)
- Close to redwoods, hiking, and biking trails
- Top-rated schools nearby
- Easy access to Highway 101 and Larkspur Ferry
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Community:
- Family-friendly and quiet residential area
- Vibrant local amenities and outdoor recreation
Property Features:
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Classic Craftsman charm:
- Stained-glass entry windows
- Wainscoting and period built-in cabinetry
- 10-ft. ceilings and wide-plank hardwood floors
- Striking stone fireplace in living room
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Modern upgrades:
- Chef’s kitchen with center island (custom wood or concrete countertop), white cabinetry, PaperStone counters, modern appliances, and open shelving
- Remodeled bathrooms:
- Primary bath with stone inlay floor
- Second bath with vintage details
- Lower unit bath with integrated sink vanity and marble subway tile shower/tub
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Flexible living spaces:
- Main level: 2 bedrooms with serene ambience, walls of windows, treetop/garden views
- Lower legal unit (ADU/Jr. 1BD):
- Private deck
- Cozy living room
- Wet bar/partial kitchenette with peninsula island, sink, and counter seating
- Bedroom designed for double bed
- Window seat with storage
- Remodeled bath
- Private entrance
- Shared upper patio
- Uncovered parking on Palm Ave
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Outdoor living:
- Brick patio for entertaining
- Raised stone garden beds for fresh herbs
- Street-to-street lot for privacy
Rental & Lease Details:
- Lower unit:
- Unfurnished, modern upgrades, open floor plan
- Brand new electric range, new refrigerator
- No washer/dryer or dishwasher
- Cat considered (well-behaved, litter box trained); no dogs
- No smoking
- Application fee: $49/adult
- Renter’s liability insurance required
- Lower tenant pays 30% of PG&E and 1/3 trash
- 6-month lease considered
- Assistive animals permitted with documentation
- Contact: Dee Marotta, Foundation Homes, (415) 686-3410
Location Benefits:
- Exceptional walkability to downtown Larkspur’s shops, dining, and cafes
- Minutes to major highways and public transit
- Outdoor lifestyle: Proximity to redwoods, hiking, and biking
- Top-rated schools and family-friendly community
- Ideal for entertaining, relaxation, or multi-generational living
For more information or to schedule a showing:
- Visit: Foundation Homes
- Automated schedule hotline: (415) 484-1940
- Leasing agent: Dee Marotta, (415) 686-3410