740 w plumb lane, Reno, NV 89509

JOIN US FOR AN OPEN HOUSE, SATURDAY, SEPT. 19th FROM 10AM-2PM! This historic home is rumored to be one of the original 9 Bungalow homes built on Plumb Lane when it was a quiet orchard community! Much of the charm of this home has been preserved and maintained for someone who will appreciate its history and character. Enjoy a real covered front porch that invites you in to the home and encourages a visit with the neighbors! The huge back yard is a quiet oasis with an enormous maple tree that has been lovingly maintained. The interior has beautiful coved plaster walls & ceilings, and even curved baseboards! All bedroom windows are now vinyl-framed, but other windows were preserved for the historical feel of the wavy glass and the great vintage frames! There are some great original built-in drawers and cabinets in the hallway and bathroom. The electrical, plumbing and HVAC have all been updated and this is a very efficient home when it comes to power and water. The plumbing lines under the home were all recently replaced, and the sewer line is in great shape. The furnace and water heater run off natural s gas, and the central air conditioning system has a nice large condenser. The updated kitchen includes a stainless steel refrigerator, dishwasher & electric smooth-top range. Lots of kitchen cabinet space and extra pantry cabinets in the laundry room. The owners had a gas-line installed for a future gas range, too! The large dining room has great nooks, a coved ceiling, vintage chandelier and lots of natural light from the great windows. The vintage bathroom has a cast-iron bathtub, built-in storage, a seamless toilet and updated vanity & lighted mirror. The hardwood flooring throughout most of the home is very unique, made of end-grain wood tiles. The large wood-burning fireplace works great, and the chimney & fire-box have been serviced & maintained. Both bedrooms each have overhead lighting, one walk-in closet and another small closet. The laundry room looks into the back yard and includes lots of cabinets space. Lots of furniture in the home was thoughtfully purchased to maximize storage and can be included. Many lights have been updated, but the owners kept the vintage original fixtures in case you'd like to refurbish them. The back yard has so much to offer, too. Not included in square footage: A fun vintage metal building that can make a great work-out space, home office or storage space. Lots of light and an electric heater, too! A new 7.5' x 12' storage shed with double doors for all your lawn tools and gear. The separated 2-car garage has newer roll-up doors, new rain gutters, lots of built-in storage cabinets & lighting. Both roll-up doors are newer and one side has an automatic opener. The basement has lights, room for extra storage and houses the furnace & water heater. The driveway goes all the way down one side of the lot, and there is plenty of room for RV parking or extra vehicles. The gate is steel-framed and the owner prepped for a future electric gate. The back yard is all low-maintenance DG and has lots of automated drip lines. There is a large built-in wood grill in the yard and some extra quiet seating areas. All the exterior shingles are in good shape. A new roof was installed in 2025. Don't let the listed square footage fool you. This home has a ton of space and lots of extras that will blow you away, and unbelievably low property taxes! (Under $1K!). The home and garage now have full rain gutters. Extensive raised garden beds with drip lines. Lots of sprinkler system updates since the owners purchased it. Paver walkway in front with stone edging. The city of Reno is replacing the damaged sidewalk next Spring! There is so much more to see than we can put into notes, so please schedule a private tour. Listing agents are prepared to answer lots of your questions. JOIN US FOR AN OPEN HOUSE, SATURDAY, SEPT. 19th FROM 10AM-2PM!