NOT LISTED FOR SALE

16 Driftwood Ave Novato, CA 94945

San Marin Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $977,000 - $1,254,760

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,490 Sq Ft
$777/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 26, 2022

Last sale price $1,280,000 $859 Per Sq Ft

Est. 10% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $7,677/month

9 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dining Room
  • San Marin High School Rated A-
  • Central Heating
  • Ceiling Fan

About This Home

As of May 2022

This charming single story house is perfect for anyone's needs. 4 bedrooms and 2 baths with two living areas and a huge yard. This lot can not be beaten in this neighborhood. Dine al fresco in your private patio or use your imagination to turn the back yard into your own private oasis. So many possibilities in this magical home, you would have to see it for yourself.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Azadeh Hunter

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01907055 Listed on: 04/18/2022

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Adam Watts

Burdell Real Estate License #01356839

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $16,458

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 10,010 Sq Ft Lot
  • Flag Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Interior Spaces

  • 1,490 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Dining Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Heating
  • Internet Available
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 141-081-26

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$16,458

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Directions To Property: San Marin to Simmons right on Driftwood. Novato Blvd to Simmons left on Driftwood
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2298
  • Stories: 1
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Price Per Square Foot: 859.06
  • Square Footage: 1490.00
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Garage

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Flag Lot

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Internet Available
  • Water Source: Water District
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Washer Included

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 141-081-26
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10010.00

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1962

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 22, 2009
Sold by
Sandman Dorianne
Bought by
Chinapen Wayne M and Chinapen Lindsay M
Current Estimated Value
$1,157,190

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,750
Interest Rate
5.08%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 22, 1998
Sold by
Lurie Joseph S and Lurie Mercedes C
Bought by
Sandman Dorianne

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$247,000
Interest Rate
6.3%
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
Chinapen Wayne M $475,000 Old Republic Title Company
Sandman Dorianne $260,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Chinapen Wayne M $420,000
Closed Chinapen Wayne M $438,000
Closed Chinapen Wayne M $453,000
Closed Chinapen Wayne M $455,000
Closed Chinapen Wayne M $80,750
Closed Chinapen Wayne M $380,000
Previous Owner Sandman Dorianne $521,250
Previous Owner Sandman Dorianne $400,000
Previous Owner Sanoman Dorianne $50,000
Previous Owner Sandman Dorianne $390,000
Previous Owner Sandman Dorianne $20,000
Previous Owner Sandman Dorianne $330,000
Previous Owner Sandman Dorianne $50,000
Previous Owner Sandman Dorianne $247,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/26/2022 05/26/22 Sold $1,280,000 +22.1% $859 / Sq Ft
04/27/2022 04/27/22 Pending -- -- --
04/18/2022 04/18/22 For Sale $1,048,000 -- $703 / 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 $16,458 $1,358,336 $774,676 $583,660
2024 $16,458 $1,331,712 $759,492 $572,220
2023 $16,131 $1,305,600 $744,600 $561,000
2022 $8,008 $583,823 $401,379 $182,444
2021 $7,999 $572,379 $393,511 $178,868
2020 $7,877 $566,514 $389,479 $177,035
2019 $7,621 $555,407 $381,843 $173,564
2018 $7,508 $544,520 $374,358 $170,162
2017 $7,373 $533,845 $367,019 $166,826
2016 $6,857 $523,381 $359,825 $163,556
2015 $6,745 $515,524 $354,423 $161,101
2014 $6,619 $505,429 $347,483 $157,946
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Azadeh Hunter

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Azadeh Hunter

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (415) 246-1911

    15 in this area

    55 Total Sales

    Azadeh Hunter
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  • Adam Watts

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Adam Watts

    Burdell Real Estate

    (415) 287-6639

    5 in this area

    24 Total Sales

    Adam Watts
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Map

Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 322018654

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 141-081-26

California Marin County Novato 94945 San Marin

16 Driftwood Ave, Novato, CA

This home is located at 16 Driftwood Ave, Novato, CA 94945 since 18 April 2022 and is currently estimated at $1,157,190, approximately $776 per square foot. This property was built in 1962. 16 Driftwood Ave is a home located in Marin County with nearby schools including San Ramon Elementary School, Sinaloa Middle School, and San Marin High School.

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