26 Birchwood Dr

Open House Saturday June 5 from 11 am to 1 pm. Available for move in June 20. This highly desirable unfurnished 3 bedroom, 2 bath, cheerful tri-level end-unit townhouse is located just south of downtown Novato, near the Rowland Ave. freeway exit. It's close to public transportation and good for commuting. ENTRY LEVEL You enter across the large front deck and through the front door. Just inside is the cheerful half-bath. As you continue you enter the living room with its cathedral ceiling and pretty wood-burning fireplace. To the right is the dining area with ceiling fan. Adjacent to the dining area is the sliding door to the relaxing private redwood back deck overlooking pretty oak trees and open space. Behind the dining area is the kitchen with its freshly professionally painted cabinets with excellent storage, a gas range, microwave, refrigerator/freezer, garbage disposal, dishwasher, pantry and lots of counter space. From the kitchen a door leads to the large attached two car garage with electronic garage door opener and built-in shelving with abundant storage and a workbench. The living room, dining room and kitchen have beautiful solid red oak hardwood floors. The stairs and railings are also red oak hardwood. UPSTAIRS Upstairs you will find a large sunny master bedroom with a cathedral ceiling and ceiling fan, a tastefully remodeled en suite bath and a huge walk-in closet with shelving. DOWNSTAIRS Downstairs are two large bedrooms and a full bathroom with a Jacuzzi tub with shower. All bedrooms are carpeted. The home has central air conditioning and heating. A washer and dryer are included. The home's exterior is freshly painted. The Western Oaks community includes a clubhouse, 2 seasonal swimming pools, a basketball court and attractive landscaping. (Due to Covid-19 the pools and basketball court are currently closed.) It's close to Scottsdale Pond, teeming with ducks, geese, and seagulls. The large Vintage Oaks shopping center (with Costco, Target, and more) lies just across the freeway. One year lease. li A home warranty is included. li Individual owners (not a corporation). li Tenant pays all utilities. Owner pays HOA dues. li Cats and dogs under 20 pounds considered, with additional deposit. li No smoking on the property. li First month's rent ($3490) + $4990 security deposit to be paid in advance. li Renter's insurance is recommended but not required. li Good credit and a good rental history required. li Credit check fee (non-refundable) /ul 26 Birchwood Drive, Novato (in Western Oaks community). br br b Drive by and, if you like it, call Barbara Ivy, Real Estate Broker (DRE Lic. # 00344216) at Berkshire Hathaway Drysdale Property at (for more information or to arrange a showing. Please don't disturb current residents. /b Owner pays HOA fees, home warranty. Tenant pays all utilities.