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$2,195,000

181 Bret Harte Ave, Reno, NV 89509

4beds

3,920sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1945

0.34 Acres Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$560/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Quiet treelined streetLush grassLots of natural lightWell manicured landscapingOriginal hardwood floorsWood burning fireplaceFour bedrooms

A historic home, set in the heart of Old Southwest Reno on a quiet, treelined street, this beautiful property combines original charm, modern touches, and unique character all in one. With four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, a long driveway leading to the detached two-car garage, and a fully permitted studio ADU with kitchenette and bathroom, this property is a rare find. Some features include original hardwood floors, a wood burning fireplace, lots of natural light, a full basement with additional storage, and much more. Situated on over 1/3 of an acre offering a park-like backyard with mature trees, lush grass, and well manicured landscaping. This home, originally built by local artist Lyle Ball, is one of several in the area featured on Historic Reno Preservation Society tours. If your dream is to live in the Old Southwest, then come and see this amazing property by scheduling a showing today. ***Please note the main house is 3,470 square feet and the ADU is 450 square feet***

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Full bathrooms: 3

Heating

Fireplace(s), Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Laundry: Cabinets, In Hall, Laundry Room, Shelves, Washer Hookup

Features

Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Smart Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Carpet, Stone, Tile, Wood
Windows: Double Pane Windows, Window Coverings
Basement: Unfinished
Number of fireplaces: 1
Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Common walls with other units/homes: No Common Walls

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,920
Total interior livable area: 3,920 sqft

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Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Garage spaces: 2

Features

Levels: Three Or More
Stories: 2
Patio & porch: Porch, Covered, Patio
Exterior features: Awning(s), Balcony, Rain Gutters
Spa features: None
Fencing: Back Yard,Full

Lot

Size: 0.34 Acres
Features: Landscaped, Level, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear

Details

Additional structures: Guest House
Parcel number: 01129311
Zoning: SF8

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Brick, Stucco
Foundation: Crawl Space
Roof: Composition,Pitched

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1945

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Public Sewer, Septic Tank
Water: Public
Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Internet Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Cellular Coverage, Water Meter Installed

Community & HOA

Community

Security: Security System, Security System Leased, Smoke Detector(s)
Subdivision: Newlands Manor

HOA

Has HOA: No

Location

Region: Reno

Financial & listing details

Price per square foot: $560/sqft
Tax assessed value: $490,243
Annual tax amount: $3,712
Date on market: 6/5/2026
Cumulative days on market: 8 days
Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional,VA Loan

Estimated market value

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Estimated sales range

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Price history

Date	Event	Price
6/5/2026	Listed for sale	$2,195,000+499.7%$560/sqft
Source: NNRMLS #260007186 Report a problem
6/10/1998	Sold	$366,000+96.2%$93/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem
6/7/1996	Sold	$186,500$48/sqft
Source: Public Record Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2026	$3,713 +3%	$171,585 +0.3%
2025	$3,604 +2.9%	$170,995 +4.7%
2024	$3,502 +3%	$163,384 +6.4%
2023	$3,401 +2.9%	$153,586 +20.6%
2022	$3,305 +3.2%	$127,381 +6.8%
2021	$3,203 +2.8%	$119,321
2020	$3,117 -2.7%	--
2019	$3,203 +2.8%	$114,450 +7.6%
2018	$3,117 +8.8%	$106,406 +0.7%
2017	$2,864	$105,713 -0.5%
2016	$2,864	$106,252 +22.1%
2015	$2,864 +0.1%	$87,047 +9.1%
2014	$2,861 +3%	$79,805 +9.1%
2013	$2,778	$73,161
2012	--	$73,161 -4.9%
2011	--	$76,895 -9.4%
2010	--	$84,881 -2.5%
2009	--	$87,055 -23.1%
2008	--	$113,172
2007	--	$113,172 +10%
2006	--	$102,914 +4.6%
2005	--	$98,360 +18.6%
2004	--	$82,917 -1.1%
2003	--	$83,808 +0.7%
2002	--	$83,259
2001	--	$83,259

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