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Timeless Character. Thoughtfully Reimagined.
131 Charles Street
Sunnyvale
Offered at $1,798,000
Welcome to 131 Charles Street, where classic California charm meets the comfort, quality, and efficiency of a thoughtfully updated home. This 1943 bungalow has been carefully reimagined while preserving the warmth and character that make homes of this era so special.
From the moment you arrive, the attention to detail is unmistakable. Fresh landscaping, elegant paver walkways, and an inviting front porch create exceptional curb appeal, while the gated driveway provides private access to the detached garage and expansive backyard beyond.
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Inside, natural light fills every room, highlighting beautifully refinished hardwood floors and a timeless palette of warm, inviting finishes.
The heart of the home is the renovated kitchen, featuring white Shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, a full tile backsplash, premium Bosch stainless steel appliances, under-cabinet LED lighting, and contemporary matte black hardware. Designed with both style and function in mind, it is a space equally suited for everyday living and entertaining.
The updated bathroom continues the home's clean, sophisticated aesthetic, while three comfortable bedrooms offer flexibility for family, guests, or a dedicated home office.
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Beyond its beautiful appearance, this home has benefited from meaningful system improvements that provide lasting value and peace of mind.
Highlights include:
Updated plumbing and drain lines
Replaced main sewer-line connection
Copper water lines
Recent 200-amp electrical panel
Recent heat pump system providing efficient heating and air conditioning
These investments represent the kind of quality improvements buyers appreciate long after moving in.
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Step outside and discover what truly makes this property unique.
Set on an approximately 6,500-square-foot lot, the backyard offers an exceptional amount of usable outdoor space rarely found with homes of this size. A large paver patio creates the perfect setting for outdoor dining, weekend barbecues, and entertaining family and friends. Beyond the patio, a lush lawn stretches beneath a magnificent mature heritage oak, creating a peaceful setting for relaxation, recreation, and everyday enjoyment.
The detached garage provides flexibility as secure parking, a workshop, hobby space, home gym, or creative studio. The gated driveway enhances both privacy and convenience while providing easy access to the backyard and garage.
Whether your vision includes gardening, outdoor play, additional entertaining space, or future expansion opportunities, this remarkable property offers room to grow and make it your own (buyer to verify).
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Located just minutes from Historic Downtown Sunnyvale, Caltrain, neighborhood parks, shopping, restaurants, and many of Silicon Valley's leading employers, this home offers an outstanding combination of neighborhood charm and commuter convenience.
Families will appreciate the home's attendance area for:
Vargas Elementary School
Sunnyvale Middle School
Homestead High School
(Buyer to verify school attendance and availability.)
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Homes like this rarely come to market.
Beautifully renovated while honoring its original character, enhanced with meaningful infrastructure improvements, and situated on an exceptional lot in one of Sunnyvale's most desirable neighborhoods, 131 Charles Street is more than just a home—it's a place where timeless craftsmanship, modern comfort, and future possibilities come together.