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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$1,925,000
181 Bret Harte Ave, Reno, NV 89509
4beds
3,920sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1945
0.34 Acres Lot
$1,924,800 Zestimate®
$491/sqft
$4,900 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,924,800
$1.77M - $2.08M
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Quiet treelined streetLush grassLots of natural lightWell manicured landscapingOriginal hardwood floorsWood burning fireplaceFour bedrooms
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Listed by:
Matthew Janess S.187779 775-386-2283,
RE/MAX Professionals-Reno
Bought with:
Unrepresented Buyer or Seller
Non MLS Office
Source: NNRMLS,MLS#: 260007186
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
Property
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: $491/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $490,243
- Annual tax amount: $3,712
- Date on market: 6/5/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 40 days
- Listing terms: 1031 Exchange,Cash,Conventional,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/15/2026 | Sold | $1,925,000-12.3%$491/sqft |
Source:  NNRMLS #260007186 Report a problem | ||
| 6/22/2026 | Contingent | $2,195,000$560/sqft |
Source: NNRMLS #260007186 Report a problem | ||
| 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 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Old Southwest
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Jessie Beck Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Darrell C Swope Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 7/10Reno High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Beck
- Middle: Swope
- High: Reno
Source: NNRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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