
4 Beds
4 Baths
3,663 sqft
$4,495,000
38 Helens Lane, Mill Valley CA, 94941
Price per sqft$1,227.14
Built in1909
Property size3,663 sqft
Property typeResidential
Overview
Sold
Closed
Listed Feb 10, 2026
Updated Aug 10
Rare 1909 four-bedroom plus den/office, three-and-one-half bath Craftsman set on a sunny street-to-street lot in one of Mill Valley's most beloved neighborhoods. With effortless access to downtown via the Mill Valley Steps, this residence blends enduring early-20th-century character with refined modern luxury. Sunlit living and dining rooms feature original Douglas Fir hardwood floors, classic wainscoting, beamed ceilings, and a brick fireplace still bearing the markings of the home's first ownerdetails that create a sense of timeless charm. Lovingly restored and thoughtfully updated, the home boasts a truly exceptional chef's kitchen with exquisite finishes, custom cabinetry, premium appliances, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow to award-winning landscaping. Nearly every window frames a view worth pausing forlush gardens, autumn maples, the generous yard, or the slopes of Mt. Tam. The expansive primary suite is elegantly appointed, offering a romantic and restful retreat. The versatile lower level includes three generous bedroomsone en-suite and another with a private entrance, ideal for guests, an au pair, or a sublime additional home office. A warm and inviting family/game room completes the level, perfect for gatherings or quiet relaxation. Equally suited to everyday living and sophisticated entertaining, the home also includes owned solar with Tesla Powerwalls, whole-house AV, and ultra-efficient HVAC. Its exceptional location provides close access to top-rated schools, hiking trails, and downtown Mill Valley's many local amenities. Soulful and story-rich, this rare offering brings together authentic craftsmanship and contemporary luxury in one of Mill Valley's most coveted settings.
Additional information
- MLS® ID
- 326010336
Interior Features
- Bedrooms
- 4
- Bathrooms
- 4
- Fireplace
- Yes
- Cooling
- Yes
- Heating
- Yes
- Basement
- No
Exterior Features
- Lot Size
- 0.33 Acres
Other Property Details
- View
- Yes
- 55+/Senior Community
- No
Bought with Susannah M Searson with The House and Listed by Howard Wynn with Vanguard Properties
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