This charming 1915 bungalow, located in Santa Rosa’s Bennett Valley within the South Park community, exemplifies early 20th-century residential architecture with its inviting covered front porch. This century-old home has been thoughtfully updated with new laminate flooring, fresh paint, and a modern kitchen featuring quartz countertops and new cabinetry. Set on a spacious lot, it offers potential for a ranchette or ADU, with a detached garage ideal for workshops. Priced at $499,000, this property invites buyers to enjoy a serene, light-filled environment with a private yard perfect for outdoor living and gardening enthusiasts.

Front Porch and Yard

A charming single-story home with pale yellow siding and white trim exudes a cozy, cottage-like appeal. The front porch is inviting, featuring a simple white railing and a blue-trimmed glass door centered between two symmetrically placed windows. A large mature tree shades the porch, adding natural serenity to the entrance. The front yard is neatly landscaped with wood mulch, small flowering plants, and hydrangeas, bordered by a rustic wooden fence. A gravel pathway cuts through the yard, guiding visitors to the front steps, creating a warm and welcoming first impression.

Front Yard

A modest single-story home with light beige horizontal siding, featuring a covered front porch supported by simple wooden posts with diagonal braces. The porch has a low railing and two steps leading up to the entrance. Windows are large and rectangular, framed in white, allowing natural light into the home. The yard is landscaped with a combination of wood chips and gray gravel pathways dividing garden beds populated with small flowering plants and shrubs. Mature trees provide partial shade, while a wooden fence encloses the yard, adding privacy and a cozy, welcoming atmosphere.

Garden Hydrangea Detail

A cluster of vibrant blue hydrangea blooms is nestled close to the ground, surrounded by wood mulch, highlighting careful garden maintenance. The flowers vary in shades from light to deeper blue, with hints of green on some petals pointing to new growth. Broad green leaves contrast the blue blooms with a fresh and lively tone. The background reveals a beige wooden siding from the house, suggesting a traditional exterior with vertical beams and rectangular windows. The overall scene evokes a serene and cared-for garden space adjacent to a classic American home.

Side Yard

This area shows a beige-painted wooden house exterior with a modest, raised patio enclosed by lattice panel railings. The side yard is covered in gray gravel, bordered by a wooden fence on the right and a mix of shrubbery and trees in the background. A wooden gate at the far end provides access to the side yard. The patio sits on wooden supports with visible space underneath, and a coiled garden hose rests beneath the deck. The overall aesthetic is simple and functional, with natural tones and a quiet suburban charm enhanced by tall, slender trees and a clear blue sky.

Backyard Patio Area

A small backyard space includes a light beige wooden house exterior with horizontal siding and a pitched roof. A compact wooden deck with lattice railing extends from the back door, raised slightly above ground level. The yard features a dry, patchy grass area bordered by a gravel and stone pathway that curves around a section of mulch and newly planted shrubbery. Surrounded by a natural wooden privacy fence, the setting balances a simple, functional outdoor area with an earthy, rustic charm enhanced by mature trees and a bright, clear sky overhead.

Backyard Perspective

A long, narrow backyard enclosed by weathered wooden fencing on both sides stretches towards a modest beige building with a dark grey shingled roof. The grass underfoot is patchy with uneven green growth interspersed with dirt. Toward the back, a tall palm tree rises dramatically above the roofline of the small structure. Surrounding the lot, a mixture of trees and shrubs provide some greenery against a bright blue sky dotted with fluffy white clouds. The yard’s simplicity offers an open outdoor space with potential for gardening or recreational use.

Backyard with Outbuildings

A spacious backyard with dry grass stretches between two light beige outbuildings featuring horizontal siding and gabled roofs. One building is larger with a white door and windows facing the yard, a small raised wooden deck with railings providing access. The smaller structure has a simple rectangular shape with windows on two sides and a single door. A tall palm tree stands prominently between the buildings, creating a subtle tropical ambiance. The backyard is enclosed by wooden fencing bordered by tall cypress trees on one side and a neighboring two-story building with a balcony and stairs is partially visible.

Backyard Open Space

A spacious backyard with a large grassy area that appears slightly dry and patchy in places. The yard is enclosed by wooden fencing on three sides, providing privacy and a rustic feel. On the left side, the exterior side wall of the house is visible, painted in a soft beige color with horizontal siding. The sky above is bright blue with scattered white clouds, and there are various green trees in the background, contributing to a tranquil and natural suburban atmosphere. This open outdoor space offers potential for gardening, recreation, or landscaping enhancements.

Side Yard Pathway

A narrow gravel pathway runs alongside the house, bordered by a wooden fence on one side and the exterior wall of the house on the other. The fence is constructed from vertical wooden planks with horizontal support beams, displaying a natural wood finish. The house exterior is painted in a muted light beige, with horizontal siding and white-framed windows dotted along the length. A taller, fresh wooden gate with a reddish tone stands partially open near the foreground. In the distance, a detached garage or shed can be seen, topped with a shingled roof. The scene is set under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds and a tall palm tree towering above the garage, adding a touch of greenery to the space.

Community Center Mural

A vibrant mural painted on the side of a building, likely a community center or garden shed, features colorful depictions of local flora including sunflowers, cacti, and blooming bushes set against a pastoral landscape with rolling hills and trees. The words “South Park Community Garden” are prominently displayed in the center. Above the garden scene, a series of floating portraits honor diverse individuals, suggesting their historical or cultural significance to the community. The building’s concrete frontage and surrounding greenery provide a welcoming public space feel, emphasizing community pride and heritage.

Exterior Wall Mural

A large painted mural spans the exterior wall of a single-story building. The mural features a colorful anatomical heart filled with abstract patterns and organic shapes in warm tones of yellow, orange, pink, and purple. Surrounding the heart are several orange and black butterflies fluttering among simple, whimsical white cloud outlines. Beneath the mural, handprints in shades of brown and red create a grounded effect, adding a community or participatory element. The building has vertical white wooden siding, a dark roof edge, and is set against a backdrop of green trees and a clear blue sky, blending art with natural elements.

Fairground at Dusk

A lively scene unfolds at nightfall, capturing a bustling fairground illuminated by vibrant neon and LED lights. Central to the composition is a large Ferris wheel with white and blue lights, casting a gentle glow. Surrounding it are various carnival rides, including a classic carousel and rides adorned with colorful lighting. The area is densely packed with attendees, food stalls, and game booths, creating a festive atmosphere. In the distance, the soft hues of a setting sun blend into twilight, with silhouetted trees and hills enhancing the scenic backdrop. Rows of parked vehicles border the lively fairground on either side.

Property Aerial View

A large rectangular plot outlined in red contains a cluster of houses and an open dry yard space. The buildings have gray and brown roofs, with some small trees and tall slender cypress growing along the property’s edge. Surrounding the property are closely packed residential homes, many with fenced gardens and varied roofing styles. Streets around the block show parked cars, power lines, and sidewalks. The neighborhood is lush with greenery, including mature trees casting shadows. The overall environment blends urban density with a suburban residential layout and natural elements.

Bright Room with Patio Access

Light wood plank flooring stretches throughout the room, offering a warm contrast to the bright white walls and ceiling. A large rectangular window with white trim invites plenty of natural light and provides a view of lush greenery outside. Adjacent to the window, a glass-paneled door leads to an outdoor covered patio area, with visible wooden support beams and a small outdoor bistro table. A black ceiling fan with five blades and a central light fixture hangs overhead, adding a modern touch to the simple, clean-lined space. The baseboards and window trims are minimalist in design, enhancing the room’s airy and refreshing aesthetic.

Kitchen Corner Cabinets

White upper cabinets with simple black handles contrast sharply with deep blue lower cabinets, creating a modern, fresh aesthetic. A stainless steel dishwasher sits beneath the counter on the left, while a black gas stove and oven with matching stovetop hood anchor the right side. The white counters and glossy backsplash tiles enhance brightness, reflecting natural light from the medium-sized window above the black sink and silver faucet. Light wood flooring adds warmth to this clean, streamlined kitchen corner designed for both utility and style, with minimal decoration including a small potted orchid and a blue pitcher.

Modern Kitchen Corner

Bright kitchen space with a clean, minimalist design. The cabinetry is a striking combination of deep navy blue on the lower cabinets and crisp white on the upper, paired with sleek silver hardware. White quartz countertops and a white tiled backsplash add brightness and contrast against a black stove and sink fixtures. Light natural wood flooring complements the neutral white walls and cabinetry. A glass-paned door and large window allow ample natural light, enhancing the airy, open feel. The black stove and simple light fixture add a contemporary touch to this fresh, functional corner kitchen.

Back Porch Entrance

An open white door with traditional black doorknobs leads out to a small back porch area. The porch has gray painted wooden flooring partly covered by a blue and white patterned outdoor rug. A beige wooden lattice railing frames the porch, complementing a tall palm tree that stands close to the railing. Beyond, the backyard features dry grass, a tan storage shed with a shingled roof, and various green trees, all under a bright blue sky with scattered clouds. The bright, clean, and simple design creates an inviting transition from indoors to outdoors.

Bedroom Corner with Closet

Simple and clean bedroom corner highlighted by light wood plank flooring that adds warmth to the neutral white walls and baseboards. A white paneled door with a black handle stands beside a sliding closet door with mirrored panels, which visually expands the space. The ceiling hosts a contemporary black ceiling fan with a pull chain, contrasting subtly with the overall light color scheme. The room’s minimalist aesthetic provides a blank canvas, balancing modern and classic elements with understated elegance and functional design.

Bathroom Vanity Area

The space contains a compact white vanity with paneled cabinet doors topped by a solid white countertop and an integrated sink. A matte black faucet with clean, angular lines contrasts the bright surfaces. Above the vanity hangs an oval mirror bordered by simple white trim. A three-light fixture with frosted glass shades provides illumination. On the adjacent wall, a black metal towel ring and a toilet paper holder complement the faucet’s finish. The walls and cabinetry are painted crisp white, set against warm wooden flooring that adds subtle warmth to the minimalist bathroom.

Bathroom Sink and Faucet

A sleek, modern bathroom sink with a matte black faucet stands out against a pristine white countertop and walls. The faucet’s angular, minimalist design contrasts sharply with the smooth, oval-shaped basin. A frosted window behind the toilet allows diffused natural light while maintaining privacy. The wall near the window has beige-toned tiles with subtle veining, adding warmth and texture. The overall color scheme is clean and contemporary, focused on monochromatic tones with black accents. The bathroom exudes simplicity and elegance through its balanced mix of modern fixtures and subtle natural finishes.

Bathroom Shower Corner

The corner of a shower space is lined with large rectangular tiles in a warm beige hue, featuring subtle natural stone patterns that create an elegant yet earthy ambiance. Two matte black corner shelves provide functional storage while contrasting sharply with the lighter tiles. Adjacent to the shower, a white windowframe lets in natural light, brightening the space. The wall next to the shower is white, adding crispness to the room’s soft tones. A white porcelain sink’s edge is partially visible, complementing the neutral color palette with clean simplicity and minimalistic design.

Empty Corner Room

Bright corner room with two large windows offering exterior views of trees, sky, and fencing. Walls and trim painted in crisp white complement the wide-plank light oak flooring, creating a fresh and clean atmosphere. The ceiling includes decorative coffered detailing adding subtle architectural interest. Minimalistic in presentation with no furnishings, it conveys an airy and spacious feel ready for personalized decor. The room’s layout maximizes natural light and framed views, making it suitable for multiple uses such as a small office, reading nook, or cozy bedroom area within the home.

Bedroom Closet Corner

A compact bedroom corner displaying a built-in open closet with three drawers beneath a hanging space, all painted white to blend seamlessly with the walls. Adjacent to the closet, a narrow vertical built-in shelving unit adds subtle storage or display options. The room features a white paneled door with elegant black hardware that contrasts with the bright, neutral palette. The ceiling has a coffered design with thick molding details, emphasizing classic architectural elements. Light wood flooring adds warmth and natural texture, enhancing the room’s clean, minimalist aesthetic with historic charm.

Listing Agent: Caroline E Fuller of SOCO PROPERTY via Zillow