8 Lawrence Drive

Vintage Novato Gem with Endless Potential First time on the market, this +/- 1890 original family home carries more than a century of Novato history. Once part of a sprawling 55 acre ranch, the property now rests on just less than a half an acre, offering a rare blend of heritage, space, and possibility. The two bedroom, one bath home spans near to 1,000 sq ft and is ready for numerous opportunities for a new owner to make it their own. Whether you choose to reimagine the existing home or expand it to incorporate today's modern comforts, the generous lot provides exceptional flexibility. Potential opportunities may include enlarging the home, adding a pool, creating a granny unit, or building an ADU (subject to buyer verification). Tucked away yet incredibly central, this property sits in the heart of the Novato community. Enjoy the convenience of being close to downtown and the many amenities including the SMART train, Whole Foods, Trader Joe's, Starbucks, restaurants, and more. This is a unique opportunity to own a piece of Novato's past while shaping this home's next chapter. The photos contained in this listing have been created or enhanced using virtual software and therefore may not accurately reflect current features and conditions of the home.

Days on Market

0 days

Current Status

Active

Original Price

$850,000

List Price

$850,000

On Market Date

Apr 17, 2026

Property Type

Single Family Residence

Area

Novato

Zip Code

94945

MLS ID

326028735

APN

153-231-18

Year Built

0

Stories in Building

Unavailable

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Data Source

BAREIS

Origin MLS System

Bed

2

Bath

1

Parking

6

Attached, RV Possible

SQ FT

961

SQ FT Source

Assessor Auto-Fill

Lot SQ FT

21,236.0

Lot Acres

0.4875 Acres

Cooling

None

Fire Place

Living Room, Wood Burning

Heating

Central

Laundry

Dryer Included, Inside Room, Washer Included

Main Level

Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s), Garage, Kitchen, Living Room

Possession

Close Of Escrow

Basement

None

Architectural Style

Ranch

Fee

$0

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