597 Ethel Avenue, Mill Valley
Offered at $1,750,000
3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | + Detached Office | 1,520± Sq Ft | 4,800± Sq Ft Lot
All the Charm of a Classic Cottage with the Modern Upgrades to Match
Set into the sunny flats of Homestead Valley, 597 Ethel is a fully remodeled Mill Valley cottage with the kind of warmth and detail that makes a house feel immediately like home. Three bedrooms, two bathrooms, and a thoughtful layout that adapts to how people actually live today — working from home, hosting friends, moving between inside and out without thinking about it.
The renovation was done right. Hardwood floors, multiple skylights, and stone countertops throughout. The kitchen anchors the main living space — designed for morning coffee, weeknight dinners, and the easy way gatherings tend to stretch longer than planned. Updated baths bring clean, modern finishes with a calm, considered feel. A separate office provides real privacy for focused work, and a dedicated workout area means you don't have to leave to move your body.
Where this home opens up is outside. A newly constructed redwood deck — roughly 400 square feet — extends the living space into the yard, built for long dinners and unhurried evenings. The large, fully fenced yard offers privacy, room to roam, and a thriving vegetable garden already in the ground. Calstone pavers run from the street through the driveway and beneath the deck, adding a cohesive, elevated finish. A Tesla solar roof with three backup batteries keeps the home efficient and resilient.
597 Ethel is a home with genuine character, quality upgrades, and outdoor space that earns its place — in one of Mill Valley's most livable neighborhoods.
Amenities
Three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, plus a dedicated home office and integrated workout area
Hardwood floors throughout the main living spaces with multiple skylights flooding the home with natural light
Fully remodeled kitchen with stone countertops, updated appliances, and a layout designed for everyday living and easy entertaining
Beautifully updated primary bath with an oversized walk-in shower, dual shower heads, new tile, vanity, and fixtures
Custom closet system and built-in cabinetry throughout
High-efficiency combination boiler providing on-demand hot water and home heating
Tesla solar roof with three backup batteries for energy efficiency and resilience
Expansive newly constructed redwood deck (~400 sq ft) built for dining, entertaining, and long evenings outdoorsLarge, fully fenced yard with a thriving vegetable garden, newly installed lawn, and custom planter boxes
Calstone pavers throughout the driveway and beneath the deck for a clean, cohesive finish
Custom-built storage beneath the deck
Professional exterior lighting with automatic dusk activation illuminating the driveway, deck stairs, and landscaping
Comprehensive drainage improvements including French drain system and gutter tie-ins
Additional 105 sq ft office shed for flexible use
Walkable to Equator Coffee, Red Dragon Yoga, parks, and local trails
Minutes to Highway 101 for an easy commute into San Francisco
Living the Mill Valley Lifestyle
There’s something special about life in Mill Valley — the way mornings start with mist rolling off Mount Tam and end with dinner under the redwoods. From trailheads to coffee at The Depot, it’s a town that balances small-town charm with big character. You’re minutes from local favorites like Playa Mill Valley, Hook Fish Co., and Equator Coffees, plus endless hikes, coastal escapes, and a community that knows how to slow down and live well.
Explore the Mill Valley Guide for our edit of where to eat, shop, and get outside — plus local schools, hidden gems, and everything that makes this town feel like home.
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