Charming Private Cottage In San Anselmo
195 Melville Ave, San Anselmo, CA 94960
Property Summary
This light-filled shingled cottage offers a unique living experience in a sought-after San Anselmo neighborhood. The home features an open-concept upper level with a cozy living room and a well-appointed kitchen, including a gas range and new refrigerator. A private bedroom suite is located on the lower level, accessible via steep interior stairs. Residents can enjoy outdoor time on both front and rear decks, surrounded by mature trees. The property provides shared laundry access and is situated near local hiking trails and the town's downtown area.
Renter brief
At the source check, 1 unit were listed as available. That snapshot spanned 1-bedroom homes. The lowest listed rent in that snapshot was $2,350/mo.
Source · Apartments.com · checked Sep 23, 2026
The unit
Checked yesterday
How the rent compares
Source · 114 active 1-bedroom units · Within 3 mi · 45-day window · computed Sep 24, 2026
Amenities
- Pet Friendly
- Range
- Refrigerator
Policies & Fees
Source · Apartment List · checked Sep 17, 2026 · Rentable · checked Aug 15, 2026
Source · Zillow · checked Aug 7, 2026
What's Around
- TransitLarkspur Ferry Terminal · 3.9 mi straight-line
- GroceriesCedars Textile Art Collaborative Gardening Animals Artist Kitchen program · 0.3 mi
- Dining51 restaurants & cafés within 1 mi
- ParksRobson Park · 0.3 mi
- UniversityUniversity of San Francisco · 15.0 mi
Nearby Schools
Public and charter schools whose attendance zones include this property.
Elementary Schools (1)
Middle Schools (1)
High Schools (5)
Questions renters ask about this building
Are pets allowed, and what do they cost?
The listing says cats are allowed; cat costs were not disclosed; dogs are allowed; dog costs were not disclosed.
Source · Apartment List · checked Sep 17, 2026 · Rentable · checked Aug 15, 2026
What deposit should I expect?
The security deposit is $2,500.
Source · Zillow · checked Aug 7, 2026
How close is the nearest rail station?
Larkspur Ferry Terminal is 3.9 mi away by straight-line distance; this is not a routed walking estimate.
Source · Transit map coordinates
