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A first look inside 385 Emerald Dr

September 4, 2026 Monica Franks Merced, CA 95340
Front facade of 385 Emerald Dr with a manicured lawn and attached garage

The single-story facade on Emerald Drive, with lawn and attached garage.

This is the house you picture when someone says comfortable single-story living: 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, about 1,706 square feet on a 7,438 square foot lot, all on one level and kept in excellent condition. Let's walk it room by room.

The kitchen and dining room

The updated kitchen is the heart of it. Granite look counters, oak cabinetry, and a layout that opens toward the dining area make it easy to cook and visit at the same time. The kitchen flows straight into the family room, which is where the daily rhythm of the house actually happens.

Two living spaces, one fireplace

A separate living room at the front of the house and a family room off the kitchen give the floor plan real flexibility. Movie night, holiday hosting, a quiet corner for reading: each has its own space now, which is the kind of thing you only miss after it is gone. The family room fireplace anchors the open end of the home, with an exposed brick surround.

The primary suite and baths

The primary bedroom is generous, and both bathrooms have been refreshed. The primary bath shower includes grab bars, a practical detail for anyone planning to age in place or simply wanting a little extra security. The secondary bedrooms share the second full bath, which was also updated.

Outdoor living

A large covered patio stretches along the back of the home, creating a shaded outdoor room for dining, coffee, or a long evening with guests. Past the fence, the backyard opens onto parklike green space, so the view stays wide open.

Large covered patio, parklike views, and a floor plan that keeps the busy rooms separate from the quiet ones.

Practical details

  • Attached garage with direct access to the home.
  • Single-story layout with no stairs between bedrooms and living.
  • Very well maintained throughout, ready for new owners.
  • Close to schools, shopping, and restaurants in North Merced.

If this reads like your kind of home, come see it in person. Photos tell the story, but the feel of the patio at the end of the day is the part that sells it.

Want the full tour?

Call or text Monica at (209) 345-3836.

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