A historic home, set in the heart of Old Southwest Reno on a quiet, treelined street, this beautiful property combines original charm, modern touches, and unique character all in one. With four bedrooms, three full bathrooms, a long driveway leading to the detached two-car garage, and a fully permitted studio ADU with kitchenette and bathroom, this property is a rare find. Some features include original hardwood floors, a wood burning fireplace, lots of natural light, a full basement with additional storage, and much more. Situated on over 1/3 of an acre offering a park-like backyard with mature trees, lush grass, and well manicured landscaping. This home, originally built by local artist Lyle Ball, is one of several in the area featured on Historic Reno Preservation Society tours. If your dream is to live in the Old Southwest, then come and see this amazing property by scheduling a showing today. ***Please note the main house is 3,470 square feet and the ADU is 450 square feet***
Property Details
Price:
$2,195,000
MLS #:
260007186
Status:
Active
Beds:
4
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Subdivision:
Newlands Manor
Listed Date:
Jun 5, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
3,920
Total Sq Ft:
3,920
Lot Size:
14,944 sqft / 0.34 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1945
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Schools
Elementary School:
Beck
Middle School:
Swope
High School:
Reno
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
Bathrooms
3 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Carpet, Stone, Tile, Wood
Heating
Fireplace(s), Forced Air
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s), Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Smart Thermostat, Walk-In Closet(s)
Laundry Features
Cabinets, In Hall, Laundry Room, Shelves, Washer Hookup
Levels
Three Or More
Exterior
Common Walls
No Common Walls
Construction Materials
Brick, Stucco
Exterior Features
Awning(s), Balcony, Rain Gutters
Fencing
Back Yard, Full
Garage Spaces
2
Lot Features
Landscaped, Level, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear
Other Structures
Guest House
Parking Features
Detached, Garage, Garage Door Opener
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Patio And Porch Features
Porch, Covered, Patio
Roof
Composition, Pitched
Security Features
Security System, Security System Leased, Smoke Detector(s)
Spa Features
None
Stories
2
Window Features
Double Pane Windows, Window Coverings
Financial
Taxes
$3,713
Map
Community
- Address181 Bret Harte Avenue Reno NV
- SubdivisionNewlands Manor
- CityReno
- CountyWashoe
- Zip Code89509
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Reno as of Jun 06, 2026
540
Single Family Listed
61
Avg DOM
435
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,320,913
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Newlands Manor subdivision, 181 Bret Harte Avenue Reno NV is a Single Family for sale in Reno, NV, 89509. It is listed for $2,195,000 and features 4 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 3,920 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1945. The current price per square foot is $560. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Reno is $435. The average listing price for Single Family in Reno is $1,320,913.
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Reno, NV