1542 Center RD 96 Novato, CA 94947

If you have been searching for a thoughtfully updated, move-in ready 2-bedroom, 1.5-bath condo below $500k, check out 1542 Center Road #96. Spanning approximately 948 square feet, this inviting unit is ready for its next chapter. The main level features new white oak engineered flooring throughout and a beautifully updated kitchen with quartz countertops, new LG appliances, under-cabinet lighting, and a functional layout that opens seamlessly into the great room. The combined living and dining areas offer flexibility, while the west-facing orientation fills the space with natural light. A sliding door leads to a private patioan ideal extension of the home for indoor/outdoor living and easy entertaining. Also on the main level is a stylishly updated powder room, complete with a fluted wood vanity, white stone countertop, and modern lighting. Upstairs, a skylit stairwell creates an airy transition to the second level, where two well-proportioned bedrooms overlook the peaceful greenbelt and enjoy soft sunset views. The primary bedroom offers generous closet space with Elfa organizers, while the second bedroom is well-suited for guests, a home office, or both. The full bathroom has been tastefully updated with a shower-over-tub, dual-sink wood vanity with a white stone countertop, new mirrors, updated lighting, and a skylight above. Comfort is ensured year-round with central air conditioning and heating. The community offers a range of amenities, including shared laundry facilities, landscaped greenbelts, nearby trails, and a pool and spa for residents to enjoy. Additional conveniences include a one-car garage just steps from the unit, an assigned storage unit near the laundry area, and a private storage shed off the patio. Ideally located near grocery stores, restaurants, cafs, gym/fitness studios, and everyday essentials, this home offers a balanced lifestyle of comfort, convenience, and connection in a well-situated Novato location.