NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1617 Castro St Martinez, CA 94553

Downtown Martinez Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $653,462 - $731,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,101 Sq Ft
$631/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: October 20, 2025

Last sale price $699,000 $635 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $4,276 / mo

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Mud Room
  • No HOA
  • Wood Flooring
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • 4-minute walk to Susana Park

About This Home

As of October 2025

Charming Modern Farmhouse Bungalow near Downtown Martinez! This beautifully updated home blends vintage character with modern conveniences. Step inside to find an open living room and dining room with built in cabinetry. The adjacent showstopping light-filled kitchen features quartz countertops, deep blue painted cabinetry with aged gold hardware, a center island, countertop bar range and ample storage. Primary bedroom has walk-in closet and a woodsy-vibe spa-like bath offering shower with white tile & decorative insets & vessel sink. Sparkling hall bath features jetted tub with white tile surround & pedestal sink. Laundry/mudroom has pantry closet and space for 2nd frig. More features: Hardwood floors, vinyl plank in kitchen and baths, recessed lighting, newer dual pane windows, ceiling fans, newer electrical, central heat, and a security camera system. Outdoors, the fenced front yard welcomes you with a synthetic lawn and vegetable garden and a front porch to sit and visit. The backyard is perfect for entertaining or relaxing, offering a synthetic lawn, crushed granite lounging area, raised garden beds, and a storage shed. A detached oversize garage and canning basement offer extra functionality. Close to downtown shops, restaurants & Farmer's Market, parks and the waterfront!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Leslie Mills

Coldwell Banker License #00798045 Listed on: 09/11/2025

Coldwell Banker

Last Buyer's Agent

Jacob Murray

Redfin License #02088483

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 4,000 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Bungalow
  • Raised Foundation
  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Recessed Lighting
  • Window Screens
  • Mud Room
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Updated Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Free-Standing Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Downtown Martine Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 3723140087

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

4,000 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Downtown Martine
  • Directions: Pacheco-Brown-Castro or Alhambra-Arreba-Castro
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Window Features: Screens, Window Coverings
  • Room Kitchen Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Range/Oven Free Standing, Updated Kitchen

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Raised
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage, Off Street

Utilities

  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Wall/Window Unit(s), See Remarks
  • Laundry Features: Hookups Only, Laundry Room
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar
  • Water Source: Public, Water District

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Senior High School District: Martinez (925) 335-5800

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4000
  • Parcel Number: 3723140087

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 11, 2025
Closed on
Oct 14, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Leslie Mills
Coldwell Banker
Buyer's Agent
Jacob Murray
Redfin
List Price
$715,000
Sold Price
$699,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$16,000
-2.24%
Views
38
Current Estimated Value
$695,650

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$3,350
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-0.81%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 29, 2016
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$346,500
Interest Rate
0.0345%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 19, 2009
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$333,000
Interest Rate
0.0318%
Mortgage Type
Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 24, 2008
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 29, 2006
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$352,000
Interest Rate
0.0662%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 13, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
0.0581%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 7, 2005
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
0.0581%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 29, 2000
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 12, 2000
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 7, 2000
Sold by
Bought by
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$699,000 Old Republic Title
$385,000 Fidelity National Title Co
$222,000 North American Title Company
$235,110 None Available
$440,000 Ticor Title Company Of Ca
-- Chicago Title
-- Chicago Title
-- --
-- --
-- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed $346,500
Closed $553,500
Closed $333,000
Closed $118,000
Closed $352,000
Closed $125,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/20/2025 10/20/25 Sold $699,000 0.0% $635 / Sq Ft
10/06/2025 10/06/25 Pending -- -- --
09/28/2025 09/28/25 Price Changed $699,000 -2.2% $635 / Sq Ft
09/11/2025 09/11/25 For Sale $715,000 -- $649 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

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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 $6,228 $455,742 $313,355 $142,387
2024 $5,847 $446,807 $307,211 $139,596
2023 $5,847 $438,047 $301,188 $136,859
2022 $5,752 $429,459 $295,283 $134,176
2021 $5,585 $421,040 $289,494 $131,546
2019 $5,319 $400,554 $280,908 $119,646
2018 $5,152 $392,700 $275,400 $117,300
2017 $5,064 $385,000 $270,000 $115,000
2016 $3,204 $241,492 $182,752 $58,740
2015 $3,157 $237,865 $180,007 $57,858
2014 $3,043 $233,206 $176,481 $56,725
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Leslie Mills

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Leslie Mills

    Coldwell Banker

    (925) 683-0925

    1 in this area

    45 Total Sales

    Leslie Mills
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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41110625

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 372-314-008-7

California Contra Costa County Martinez 94553 Downtown Martinez

1617 Castro St, Martinez, CA

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