This classic Excelsior mid-century home boasts 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms on the main level. The ideal floorplan features a tastefully updated dine-in kitchen +DR +LR on one end of the home, with two hallway bedrooms, a bathroom, and a primary en-suite at the other end. Take in the partial Bay and city views, with light from three sides! The lower level, with interior access, features an oversized 2-car garage with soaring ceilings - an area ripe with development potential. As configured it can be used as a recreation space, currently featuring a rock climbing wall, bar, half bathroom, and an office/study. 35 Valmar strikes a rare chord with the perfect balance. It preserves charming historic features of the original design, such as the brick fireplace mantle or the parquet oak flooring, while it improves it with modern appliances and whimsy, such as the mural by local artist Nathan Richard Phelps or the umbrella room'' below. A mini fenced terrace allows for an outdoor coffee & newspaper moment, or pursuing your gardening dreams. Great location - close to Highways 280/101, Glen Park BART, the Mission Street corridor, and just a 5-minute walk from McLaren Park. Welcome home.