$1,550,000
SOLD JUL 21, 2025

1081 Bel Marin Keys Blvd Novato, CA 94949

Bel Marin Keys Neighborhood
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,556 Sq Ft
9,919 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$996 Per Sq Ft

91 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Living Room
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Novato High School Rated A-
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Family Room

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to your own slice of waterfront paradise in Bel Marin Keysa beautifully updated, sun-soaked single-level home that embodies the spirit of resort-style living. Perfectly positioned on a wide lagoon with direct access to the San Francisco Bay, this home offers the ultimate retreat for boaters, kayakers, and outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're watching the sun shimmer across the lagoon from your oversized backyard patio or launching a paddleboard from your private dock, every day feels like a getaway. Inside, enjoy water views from the main living space and kitchen, extraordinary new water-resistant hardwood flooring, and a remodeled kitchen with new appliances including a refrigerator, washer, dryer, and microwave. The spacious primary suite opens to a private side patio and features a luxurious en-suite with heated floors and updated finishes. Generous bedrooms, a Nest-controlled heating and cooling system, metal roof, detached 2-car garage with overhead storage, and multiple patios round out the features. The newly fenced front yard includes flagstone, custom planters, and double-wide gate access. This is true indoor-outdoor living in one of Marin's most coveted waterfront communities.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Christopher Toomajian

Redfin License #01905801 Listed on: 04/15/2025

Redfin

Last Buyer's Agent

Monica Pauli

Compass License #01309178

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $17,342

Year Built

  • Built in 1964

Lot Details

  • 9,919 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Interior Spaces

  • 1,556 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Laundry in Kitchen

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 157-301-16

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$17,342

Year Built

Built in 1964

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Directions To Property: Nave Drive, Right On BMK Blvd, house is on the left.
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2277
  • Stories: 1
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Square Footage: 1556.00
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Family Room, Full Bath(s), Garage, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Street Entrance

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: See Remarks

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Public
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: In Kitchen

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 157-301-16
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9919.00

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1964

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 15, 2025
Closed on
Jul 14, 2025
Sold by
Leonard And Sarah Hellman Living Trust and Hellman Leonard Eric
Bought by
Kang Sangwon and Kang Thuy Linh
Seller's Agent
Christopher Toomajian
Redfin
Buyer's Agent
Monica Pauli
Compass
List Price
$1,550,000
Sold Price
$1,550,000
Views
46

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
230.95%
Original Mortgage
$1,240,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,240,000
Interest Rate
5.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$347,548

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 14, 2022
Closed on
Aug 24, 2022
Sold by
Fong Tse and Fong Daisy
Bought by
Leonard And Sarah Hellman Living Trust
Seller's Agent
Corey Robinson
Journey Real Estate
List Price
$1,595,000
Sold Price
$1,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
$105,000
6.58%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.14%
Original Mortgage
$1,275,000
Interest Rate
3.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 13, 2009
Sold by
Tse Frederick and Tse Daisy Fong
Bought by
Tse Frederick and Tse Daisy Fong

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$417,000
Interest Rate
4.46%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 21, 2007
Sold by
Handler Leslie and Napler David
Bought by
Tse Frederick and Tse Daisy Fong

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$550,000
Interest Rate
6.16%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 5, 2006
Sold by
Handler Leslie
Bought by
Handler Leslie and Napler David

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$75,500
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 4, 2006
Sold by
Napier David
Bought by
Handler Leslie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$75,500
Interest Rate
6.38%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 16, 2006
Sold by
Handler Leslie
Bought by
Miranda William and Handler Leslie

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 14, 2006
Sold by
Miranda William
Bought by
Handler Leslie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$156,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 9, 2006
Sold by
Friedemann Charlotte Ann
Bought by
Handler Leslie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$156,000
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 20, 2004
Sold by
Friedemann Charlotte A
Bought by
Friedemann Charlotte Ann
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,550,000 First American Title
Grant Deed $1,700,000 First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title
Grant Deed $950,000 Financial Title Company
Grant Deed $428,000 None Available
Grant Deed $428,000 Multiple
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Multiple
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Financial Title Company
Grant Deed $780,000 Financial Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,240,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,275,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $352,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $141,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $417,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $550,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $75,500 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $780,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $156,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $156,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $624,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/21/2025 07/21/25 Sold $1,550,000 0.0% $996 / Sq Ft
07/15/2025 07/15/25 Pending -- -- --
06/26/2025 06/26/25 For Sale $1,550,000 0.0% $996 / Sq Ft
06/12/2025 06/12/25 Price Changed $1,550,000 -3.1% $996 / Sq Ft
05/14/2025 05/14/25 Price Changed $1,599,000 -4.5% $1,028 / Sq Ft
04/15/2025 04/15/25 For Sale $1,675,000 -1.5% $1,076 / Sq Ft
08/26/2022 08/26/22 Sold $1,700,000 +6.6% $1,093 / Sq Ft
08/15/2022 08/15/22 Pending -- -- --
08/14/2022 08/14/22 For Sale $1,595,000 -- $1,025 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $17,342 $1,204,830 $721,777 $483,053
2024 $17,342 $1,181,215 $707,630 $473,585
2023 $15,226 $1,158,054 $693,755 $464,299
2022 $14,260 $1,085,021 $676,016 $409,005
2021 $14,960 $1,063,749 $662,763 $400,986
2020 $15,305 $1,052,845 $655,969 $396,876
2019 $14,915 $1,032,208 $643,112 $389,096
2018 $14,703 $1,011,975 $630,505 $381,470
2017 $13,964 $950,000 $585,000 $365,000
2016 $12,909 $916,755 $564,157 $352,598
2015 $12,136 $848,848 $522,368 $326,480
2014 $11,149 $757,900 $466,400 $291,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 325032904

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 157-301-16