745 California Ave, Reno, NV 89509

Make Renos history into your future at 745 California Avenue, a 7,722 sq ft, 6 bd/5.5 bath English Tudor Revival home. Known as the Payne House and designed in the late 1930s, it features a 20-foot circular entry hall connecting formal and cozy living areas. Its prime location offers stunning views of the Truckee River and downtown Reno through expansive windows, a terraced yard, and a gazebo. With its rich history, detailed restoration, and modern amenities, this house is ready for its next era and owner.nnDiscover a distinctive property that blends architecture and history on Renos iconic bluff overlooking the Truckee River at 745 California Avenue. This 7,722 sq ft English Tudor Revival estate was designed in the late 1930s by famed Nevada architect Edward Parsons, who called it rather a thrill. The home makes a lasting impression with decorative brickwork, half-timbering, steeply pitched symmetrical gables, leaded glass windows, and massive chimneys. Its form is most striking from above, where terraced gardens and mature trees blend seamlessly into the homes architecture, offering privacy, beauty, and a deep sense of permanence.nnMore than 50 years after its construction, the Payne Houses current owner undertook a thoughtful restoration. Key original featureshardwood flooring, hand-finished brickwork, and bespoke architectural detailswere preserved. Modern upgrades include central air conditioning, forced-air gas heating, updated plumbing and electrical systems, and secur