12 Hillside Ave Kentfield, CA 94904
2
Beds
1
Bath
970
Sq Ft
5,049
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Retreat
- Wood Flooring
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Anthony G. Bacich Elementary School Rated A
- Granite Countertops
- Living Room
About This Home
As of March 2025Tucked away on a wooded knoll, this 1939 cottage feels like a treehouse retreat, where dappled sunlight filters through the trees and floor-to-ceiling windows bring the outdoors in. Full of warmth, vintage charm, and modern comforts, this home is a love letter to a bygone era. Original hardwood floors, a brick fireplace, and timeless details create an inviting atmosphere. Sunlight pours into the living and dining areas, casting golden hues throughout the day. The vintage-inspired kitchen features new retro-style appliances, open shelving, and granite countertopsperfect for morning coffee or cozy dinners. The primary bathroom preserves its 1930s elegance with original tiles, a cast-iron soaking tub, and a stall shower. Beyond two main-floor bedrooms, a lower-level bonus space off the garage offers flexibility as an office, studio, or gym. Outside, a fully fenced yard feels like a secret garden, with mature trees, a grassy area, and even a charming chicken coop with resident hens. Though it feels like a retreat, this home is moments from College of Marin, Woodland Market, and scenic trails, with easy access to San Francisco. A rare blend of character, privacy, and conveniencethis is a home to be cherished.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Jupiter Real Estate Group License #01190382 Listed on: 02/20/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $17,224
Year Built
- Built in 1939
Lot Details
- 5,049 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Low Maintenance Yard
Parking
- 1 Car Direct Access Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Guest Parking
Interior Spaces
- 970 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Decorative Fireplace
- Brick Fireplace
- Gas Fireplace
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Storage
Kitchen
- Free-Standing Gas Oven
- Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Linoleum
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- Retreat
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Central Heating
- Heating System Uses Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 074-071-07
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 20, 2025
Closed on
Mar 14, 2025
Sold by
Pont Sean
Bought by
Groves John and Beal Rachel
Seller's Agent
Cheryl Spence
Jupiter Real Estate Group
Buyer's Agent
Austin Klar
Vanguard Properties
List Price
$1,295,000
Sold Price
$1,550,000
Premium/Discount to List
$255,000
19.69%
Total Days on Market
12
Views
17
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$47,608
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-8.09%
Original Mortgage
$1,240,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,236,866
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$265,526
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 8, 2024
Sold by
Wang Yiou
Bought by
Pont Sean
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 19, 2019
Closed on
Feb 14, 2019
Sold by
Rupp Victoria Anne and The Victoria Anne Rupp 2007 Re
Bought by
Pont Sean and Wang Yiou
Seller's Agent
McCarthy + Moe Group
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Marks Realty Group
Compass
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$1,100,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.95%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 13, 2007
Sold by
Rupp Victoria
Bought by
Rupp Victoria Anne
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 1, 1994
Sold by
Warner Wilhelmina M
Bought by
Warner Wilhelmina Margaret
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,550,000 | First American Title | |
| Deed | -- | None Listed On Document | |
| Grant Deed | $1,100,000 | Fidelity Natl Title Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,240,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $750,000 | Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21/2025 03/21/25 | Sold | $1,550,000 | +19.7% | $1,598 / Sq Ft |
| 03/04/2025 03/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/20/2025 02/20/25 | For Sale | $1,295,000 | +17.7% | $1,335 / Sq Ft |
| 02/19/2019 02/19/19 | Sold | $1,100,000 | 0.0% | $1,134 / Sq Ft |
| 02/19/2019 02/19/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/19/2019 02/19/19 | For Sale | $1,100,000 | -- | $1,134 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $17,224 | $1,224,818 | $808,737 | $416,081 |
| 2024 | $17,224 | $1,200,804 | $792,881 | $407,923 |
| 2023 | $16,848 | $1,177,263 | $777,337 | $399,926 |
| 2022 | $16,728 | $1,154,184 | $762,098 | $392,086 |
| 2021 | $16,418 | $1,131,554 | $747,156 | $384,398 |
| 2020 | $16,188 | $1,119,960 | $739,500 | $380,460 |
| 2019 | $6,617 | $465,571 | $206,146 | $259,425 |
| 2018 | $6,523 | $456,445 | $202,105 | $254,340 |
| 2017 | $6,294 | $447,495 | $198,142 | $249,353 |
| 2016 | $6,070 | $438,721 | $194,257 | $244,464 |
| 2015 | $6,035 | $432,133 | $191,340 | $240,793 |
| 2014 | $5,686 | $423,669 | $187,592 | $236,077 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
C
Seller's Agent in 2025
Cheryl Spence
Jupiter Real Estate Group
-
A
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Austin Klar
Vanguard Properties
-
M
Seller's Agent in 2019
McCarthy + Moe Group
Compass
-
M
Buyer's Agent in 2019
Marks Realty Group
Compass
Map
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)
MLS Number: 325014474
APN: 074-071-07
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