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.
Property Details
Price:
$850,000
MLS #:
326028735
Status:
Active
Beds:
2
Baths:
1
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
novato
Finished Sq Ft:
961
Lot Size:
21,236 sqft / 0.49 acres (approx)
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Schools
Interior
# of Fireplaces
1
Basement
None
Cooling
None
Fireplace Features
Living Room, Wood Burning
Full Bathrooms
1
Heating
Central
Laundry Features
Dryer Included, Inside Room, Washer Included
Exterior
Construction
Wood Siding
Lot Features
See Remarks
Parking Features
Attached, RV Possible
Pool
No
Stories
1
Financial
HOA
No
Map
Community
- Address8 Lawrence Drive Novato CA
- CityNovato
- CountyMarin
- Zip Code94945
Subdivisions in Novato
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Novato as of Apr 19, 2026
58
Single Family Listed
38
Avg DOM
664
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,628,198
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 8 Lawrence Drive Novato CA is a Single Family for sale in Novato, CA, 94945. It is listed for $850,000 and features 2 beds, 1 baths, and has approximately 961 square feet of living space.The current price per square foot is $884. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Novato is $664. The average listing price for Single Family in Novato is $1,628,198.
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8 Lawrence Drive
Novato, CA


