309 Oakdale Avenue, Corte Madera
3 BEDS | 2.5 BATHS | 1,217± SQFT | SOLD $1.65M
Charmer in the Flats of
Sought-After Chapman Park
Located in the heart of the highly sought-after flats of Chapman Park on arguably the most desirable street, 309 Oakdale is in a prime Corte Madera location. Charming from the moment you pull up, this extensively remodeled home offers a great floor plan with vaulted ceilings and an ideal indoor-outdoor flow. With just a short, level stroll to shops, restaurants, cafes, great parks, top public schools, hiking/biking trails, bike paths, public transportation and so much more, 309 Oakdale truly is in an ideal location to enjoy the great lifestyle, weather, and convenience that Marin County has to offer.
Through the front door, the open living room flows seamlessly into the remodeled kitchen with stainless steel appliances, center island with bar seating and an adjacent dining area. From the kitchen, you also have direct access to the private backyard, which enjoys a level lawn and a paved patio for relaxing and dining al fresco in the warm Marin evenings. Also on the main level of the home are three bedrooms and two full bathrooms, including the beautiful primary suite with a spa-like Carrara marble bathroom. Down a spiral staircase, the lower level has a large office, a second family room and additional built-out spaces great for multi-purposes.
The amazing Chapman Park location offers the owner convenient access to everything that makes Marin so special. In a very walkable part of town, you are only blocks from the enormous and lush Corte Madera Park’s soccer fields, tennis courts, multiple playgrounds, and skate park as well as award-winning Neil Cummins Elementary, and Corte Madera and Larkspur’s vibrant downtowns with their popular restaurants, shops and cafes like Picco, Perry’s, Equator, Burmatown and Cafe Verde. To top it off, this location has a very easy commute to San Francisco and the East Bay - this is absolutely one of the best locations in Marin to live.
Private level backyard with high-end DuPont turf
Professionally repainted in 2020
Heated floors in secondary bathroom
Enclosed laundry room
Tankless water heater
Professionally installed Nest security cameras and thermostats
Huge garage with built-ins, work bench, 240V outlet EV charger
Fully enclosed 80± square foot lockable storage
Highly sought-after flats of Chapman Park location
Close proximity to shops, restaurants, cafes, great parks, top public schools, hiking/biking trails, bike paths, public transportation and so much more
HIGHLIGHTS:
3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms
1,217± square feet
464± additional square feet of permitted fully built-out space (making the home feel more like 1,681± square feet
The additional square footage was built to code and can be converted to habitable space via town permitting (check with town)
Open floor plan
Vaulted ceilings
Extensively remodeled
Large office
Lower-level family/playroom
Many newer Anderson windows on main level
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The Local Lifestyle
Containing just over 9,000 residents, Corte Madera is a small town with a big community. You'll find family-friendly neighborhoods and a vibrant community of residents who enjoy hiking, biking, supporting education and participating in community events.
The Larkspur Ferry Terminal: 10 minutes by car. The Golden Gate Bridge: 15 minutes by car. Downtown San Francisco: 30 minutes by car. Napa Valley: 75 minutes by car. Whole Foods, Nordstrom, Restoration Hardware, Apple Store, REI, Bluebarn, Starbucks and local hot spots, 5 minutes by car.
Typically sunny, with the summer average highs in the mid 80's and winter lows averaging in the 50's. Check the current forecast by clicking here.
Corte Madera residents have access to award-winning public and private schools from K-12. Students can attend The Cove, Neil Cummins Elementary, Hall Middle School and Redwood High School. For residents looking for a private school atmosphere, Marin Primary provides an innovative learning environment where students from preschool through eighth grade are empowered to strive and prepared to thrive. Learn more about the Corte Madera Public School District here.
With several parks and open space preserves in the area, you'll be able to see many different sides of Corte Madera. The Ring Mountain Open Space Preserve is a two-mile-long loop through the rocky grasslands near the San Pablo Bay, this Corte Madera trail is an easy hike with only a few short, steep sections. The Blithedale Summit Open Space Preserve consists of a multitude of habitats, from dense chaparral to deep forests, its trails will lead you through quiet redwoods with sword ferns and huckleberries.
With Corte Madera's natural beauty and nice weather throughout the year, you'll enjoy both off-road trails and bike paths for exploring the area. Featuring safe paths and trails for all levels of experienced riders, Corte Madera is the perfect place to work up a sweat while exploring the town. Click here for bike maps from the Marin County Bicycle Coalition.
Corte Madera is accessible to a variety of fitness centers in and around town to choose from including The Bay Club Marin, SoulCycle, 24 Hour Fitness, TJ's CrossFit, Mt. Tam Racquet Club, YogaWorks and Pilates Pro Works.
Enjoy certified organic farm fresh & local seasonal fruits & vegetables, fresh cut flowers, baked goods, artisan foods at the Corte Madera Farmers Market every Wednesday (year round) from 12-5pm at the Corte Madera Town Center Courtyard.
Safeway, Paradise Foods and the Nugget Market are Corte Madera's most frequented grocers. In the neighboring towns you'll have access to Whole Foods, Woodlands, Trader Joes and Molly Stones only 10-15 minutes away.
The Corte Madera Shopping Center & Town Center provides the best shopping Marin County has to offer. You’ll be a short walk or drive to renowned merchants including Nordstrom, J. Crew, Banana Republic, Gap, William Sonoma, Apple, Anthropologie, Lululemon, Madewell, Urban Outfitters, REI, Athleta, The Container Store, Crate & Barrel, Restoration Hardware, Pottery Barn, Verizon Wireless, Macy's and so much more.