545 Baughman Avenue Claremont, CA 91711

Exceptionally Unique Contemporary Home with Outdoor Poolside Oasis and Finished Basement! Centrally nestled on a sizeable lot in highly coveted neighborhood, this expansive 3,300+sqft residence exudes sheer sophistication with gorgeous contemporary architecture, a vibrantly lush yard, and a stunning arched roof line. As home of the late and cherished Ned Freed, an inventor of email attachments, and his loving family, this property was meticulously created to be both supremely functional and exceedingly luxurious. Originally built in 1953 and extensively remodeled to reflect the desires of modern living, the Freed family utilized the services of Hartman-Baldwin Design/Build to extensively remodel the property with incredible forward thinking style choices. Step inside to discover an entrance hall with 12’ high maple bookcases, matching lighted cabinetry for easy display of treasures, and a textured rock wall backdrop for oversized books. Explore further to find an organically flowing floor plan, a crisp neutral color

scheme, and a breathtaking living room with barrel ceilings and a spiral staircase to the expansive loft with blissful views of the City of Trees, prime spot for an office and featuring a full bath. Perfect for inspired culinary creations, the kitchen features sleek European-inspired cabinetry, butcher block countertops, and an adjoining dining area. Bask in the privacy of the fully enclosed outdoor space, which is enriched with a sparkling swimming pool, a built-in BBQ area and pond, plenty of room for lounging, and plentiful greenery. Created to house over 7,000 books, this elegant home has multiple libraries, tons of custom bookshelves, and truly satisfies the bibliophile in all of us. Lux and oversized, the primary bedroom dazzles with enviable amounts of closet space and an attached en suite with dual vanities, a stunning built-in makeup vanity/dressing table, a soaking tub, marble tile work, and a separate shower. Spacious 2nd bedroom with tile floors and en-suite bathroom with shower. The third bedroom is in the studio building in backyard with private entrance with half-bathroom. Other features: attached 2-car garage, laundry room, fully finished basement with a half-bathroom, custom stained glass, impeccable attention to detail throughout, close to Trader Joe’s, shopping, schools, and entertainment, and much more! Get all the advantages of this one-of-a-kind jewel and call now for a private tour!