NOT LISTED FOR SALE

145 Bret Harte Rd San Rafael, CA 94901

Picnic Valley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,196,000 - $2,187,000

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,663 Sq Ft
$1,032/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 10, 2019

Last sale price $1,650,500 $992 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,342/month

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Panoramic View
  • 0.55 Acre Lot
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Terra Linda High School Rated A-
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Home Office

About This Home

As of April 2019

Situated on over a half acre of land in the Bret Harte Heights neighborhood of San Rafael, this 2 BR + office / 1.5 BA mid-century modern home is located on one of the most coveted lots in the area, offering privacy, indoor/outdoor living, captivating Mt. Tamalpais views and tremendous upside potential. Just minutes to Bon Air shopping center, the Larkspur Ferry, & Hwy 101. Don't miss this opportunity to purchase this truly special property.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Thomas Henthorne

Golden Gate Sotheby's License #01892608 Listed on: 03/13/2019

Golden Gate Sotheby's

Last Buyer's Agent

Sieba Peterson

Golden Gate Sotheby's License #01460836

Golden Gate Sotheby's

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $24,087

Year Built

  • Built in 1950

Lot Details

  • 0.55 Acre Lot
  • Partial crossed fence

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Woods
  • Mountain
  • Forest

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,663 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Home Office
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Double Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Concrete Kitchen Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Tile Bathroom Countertop
  • Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Gazebo
  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

  • Baseboard Heating
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 013-252-03

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$24,087

Year Built

Built in 1950

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling, Storage Area(s)
  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Directions To Property: SFD to La Cuesta. Veer Left onto Paseo Way. Right on Altura Way. Right on Bret Harte.
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.5452
  • Stories: 1
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Contemporary
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, CKTP, FREZ, REFA
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Dining Room Features: Dining/Living Combo
  • Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Price Per Square Foot: 992.48
  • Square Footage: 1663.00
  • Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s), Tile, Tub
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Piped, Living Room
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, PANT, Slab Counter
  • Room Type: Office
  • Main Level: BATH, Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Street Entrance

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood, Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Slab
  • Lot Features: Landscape Misc
  • Property Condition: COMP
  • Fencing: Partial Cross
  • OtherStructures: Gazebo, Storage
  • Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed Patio, PATI
  • View: Forest, Mountains, Panoramic, Woods

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • OpenParkingSpaces: 3.00
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Paved Driveway

Utilities

  • Security Features: Carbon Mon Detector, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public, Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected, PGEE
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating: Baseboard, Fireplace(s)
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Inside Room, Washer Included

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 013-252-03
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 23749.00

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1950

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 3, 2023
Sold by
Leach Christopher J
Bought by
Christopher John Leach Living Trust and Leach
Current Estimated Value
$1,716,493

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 13, 2019
Closed on
Mar 28, 2019
Sold by
Rulli Jeannie and Wiley Robert
Bought by
Leach Christopher J
Seller's Agent
Thomas Henthorne
Golden Gate Sotheby's
Buyer's Agent
Sieba Peterson
Golden Gate Sotheby's
List Price
$1,650,500
Sold Price
$1,650,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.62%
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
4.3%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 3, 2016
Sold by
Berliner Beate E
Bought by
Berliner Beate E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$938,250
Interest Rate
3.44%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 17, 1996
Sold by
Berliner Harold A and Berliner Beate A
Bought by
Berliner Harold A and Berliner Beate E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 11, 1996
Sold by
Berliner Beate E
Bought by
Berliner Harold A and Berliner Beate E
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Christopher John Leach Living Trust -- None Listed On Document
Leach Christopher J $1,650,500 Old Republic Title Company
Berliner Beate E -- Fidelity Natl Title Group
Berliner Harold A -- --
Berliner Harold A -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Leach Christopher J $500,000
Previous Owner Berliner Beate E $938,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/10/2019 04/10/19 Sold $1,650,500 0.0% $992 / Sq Ft
03/21/2019 03/21/19 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2019 03/13/19 For Sale $1,650,500 -- $992 / 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 $24,087 $1,839,459 $1,115,500 $723,959
2024 $24,087 $1,803,395 $1,093,630 $709,765
2023 $23,832 $1,768,041 $1,072,190 $695,851
2022 $22,417 $1,733,379 $1,051,170 $682,209
2021 $22,000 $1,699,393 $1,030,560 $668,833
2020 $21,772 $1,681,980 $1,020,000 $661,980
2019 $8,226 $559,551 $243,942 $315,609
2018 $7,652 $548,580 $239,159 $309,421
2017 $7,326 $537,827 $234,471 $303,356
2016 $7,052 $527,281 $229,873 $297,408
2015 $6,726 $519,362 $226,421 $292,941
2014 $6,432 $509,189 $221,986 $287,203
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Thomas Henthorne

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Thomas Henthorne

    Golden Gate Sotheby's

    (415) 461-7200

    1 in this area

    69 Total Sales

    Thomas Henthorne
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  • Sieba Peterson

    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Sieba Peterson

    Golden Gate Sotheby's

    (707) 932-1276

    34 Total Sales

    Sieba Peterson
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Map

Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 21905294

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 013-252-03

California Marin County San Rafael 94901 Picnic Valley

145 Bret Harte Rd, San Rafael, CA

This home is located at 145 Bret Harte Rd, San Rafael, CA 94901 since 13 March 2019 and is currently estimated at $1,716,493, approximately $1,032 per square foot. This property was built in 1950. 145 Bret Harte Rd is a home located in Marin County with nearby schools including Laurel Dell Elementary School, Coleman Elementary School, and James B. Davidson Middle School.

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