NOT LISTED FOR SALE

189 Circle Ave Mill Valley, CA 94941

Blithedale Canyon Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,429,000 - $2,590,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,595 Sq Ft
$1,558/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 12, 2023

Last sale price $2,365,000 $1,483 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $15,608/month

22 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Solar Power Battery
  • Panoramic View
  • Built-In Refrigerator
  • Mill Valley Middle School Rated A
  • Custom Home
  • Secluded Lot

About This Home

As of June 2023

Fully renovated in 2018, this Mill Valley country club jewel is truly one of a kind. Properties like this don't come along often! This classic mid-century modern design appeals to the most discerning buyer. The gracious open floor plan living space features kitchen, dining and living room, all drenched in natural light with 8 skylights, and a spectacular deck with views which is perfect for entertaining. There are two bedrooms and one bathroom on the main floor. The primary suite is upstairs. This suite has a large office nook, generous closet with washer/dryer, full bathroom and a lovely bedroom with doors out to the back patio. Other amenities include designer lighting and finishes throughout, a one car garage with ample storage, three car carport, spa under twinkle lights and a downstairs office. The meticulous landscaping is lush... and to top it off, this home has a huge flat sunny yard with privacy and fabulous views. Located mere minutes to downtown Mill Valley, award winning schools, parks, hiking and biking trails, restaurants, shops, entertainment and public transportation. Prepare to fall in love with this rare quintessential Mill Valley treasure.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Pete Zavlaris

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01293809 Listed on: 04/20/2023

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Chris DeNike

Sotheby's International Realty License #00133121

Sotheby's International Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1953 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 9,100 Sq Ft Lot
  • Adjacent to Greenbelt
  • Wood Fence
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Aluminum or Metal Fence
  • Landscaped
  • Artificial Turf
  • Secluded Lot
  • Front Yard Sprinklers
  • Garden

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • 1 Carport Space
  • Enclosed Parking
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Unpaved Driveway
  • Guest Parking

Property Views

  • Panoramic
  • Golf Course
  • Canyon
  • Mountain
  • Hills
  • Forest
  • Valley
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Custom Home
  • Midcentury Modern Architecture
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Combination Foundation
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,595 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Great Room
  • Family Room Off Kitchen
  • Living Room with Attached Deck
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Built-In Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Built-In Refrigerator
  • Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Retreat
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Upstairs
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Granite Bathroom Countertops
  • Tile Bathroom Countertop
  • Dual Sinks
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower
  • Low Flow Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Stacked Washer and Dryer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Home Security

  • Security System Owned
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Fire Suppression System

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Energy-Efficient Appliances
  • Energy-Efficient Windows
  • Energy-Efficient HVAC
  • Energy-Efficient Insulation
  • Solar Power Battery
  • Energy-Efficient Thermostat
  • Solar Power System
  • Solar owned by seller
  • Solar Heating System

Outdoor Features

  • Shed
  • Wrap Around Porch

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Central Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 220 Volts in Kitchen
  • High-Efficiency Water Heater
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Internet Available

Community Details

  • Built by Foley

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 029-082-38

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1953 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling, Skylight(s)
  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Custom, Detached
  • Directions To Property: E. Blithedale to Carmelita (R) to Buena Vista (L) to Oakdale (R) to Circle (R)
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2089
  • Stories: 2
  • Levels: Two
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Contemporary, Craftsman, Mid-Century
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Oven, Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Cook Top, Gas Plumbed, Gas Water Heater, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Microwave
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bathroom Features: Granite, Low-Flow Toilet(s), Shower Stall(s), Tile
  • Master Bedroom Features: Walk-In Closet
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Dining Room Features: Dining/Family Combo, Skylight(s)
  • Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Deck Attached, Great Room, Skylight(s), View
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1482.76
  • Square Footage: 1595.00
  • Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Low-Flow Shower(s), Low-Flow Toilet(s), Tile, Tub w/Shower Over
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Granite Counter, Kitchen/Family Combo, Skylight(s)
  • Lower Level: Bedroom(s), Garage, Retreat
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Family Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Street Entrance

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Wood
  • Foundation: Combination
  • Lot Features: Auto Sprinkler F&R, Auto Sprinkler Front, Garden, Grass Artificial, Greenbelt, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Secluded
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Metal, Partial, Wood
  • OtherStructures: Shed(s), Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: Uncovered Deck, Wrap Around Porch
  • View: Canyon, Forest, Garden/Greenbelt, Golf Course, Hills, Mountains, Panoramic, Valley

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Enclosed, Garage Door Opener, Guest Parking Available
  • Total Parking Spaces: 3.00
  • Carport Spaces: 1.00
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • OpenParkingSpaces: 1.00
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Unpaved

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in Laundry, Battery Backup, Photovoltaics Seller Owned
  • Security Features: Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Heater, Fire Suppression System, Security System Owned, Smoke Detector, Video System
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Internet Available, Public, Solar
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas, Solar Heating
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Laundry Closet, Washer Included, Washer/Dryer Stacked Included

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: Mill Valley

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 029-082-38
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9100.00

Green Features

  • Energy Efficient: Appliances, Heating, Insulation, Thermostat, Water Heater, Windows

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1953

MLS Schools

  • Senior High School District: Tamalpais Union
  • School District (County): Marin

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 20, 2023
Closed on
May 18, 2023
Sold by
Lando Wiseman Family Trust
Bought by
Cole Alexander and Lefcoe Lauren
Seller's Agent
Pete Zavlaris
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Chris DeNike
Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$2,499,000
Sold Price
$2,365,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$134,000
-5.36%
Views
25
Current Estimated Value
$2,484,735

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$119,735
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.94%
Original Mortgage
$2,002,277
Outstanding Balance
$1,947,006
Interest Rate
6.43%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$537,729

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 30, 2020
Sold by
Lando Joshua B and Wiseman Lisa
Bought by
Lando Joshua B and Wiseman Lisa M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$728,000
Interest Rate
2.71%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 11, 2017
Closed on
Dec 27, 2017
Sold by
189 Circle Ave Llc
Bought by
Lando Joshua B and Wiseman Lisa M
Seller's Agent
Dave Dupont
Golden Gate Sotheby's
List Price
$1,850,000
Sold Price
$1,850,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.74%
Original Mortgage
$925,000
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 2, 2017
Closed on
Jun 26, 2017
Sold by
Walters Susan E
Bought by
189 Circle Ave Llc
Seller's Agent
Anita Yaffe
Anita Yaffe, Broker
Buyer's Agent
Renee Brunner
Inactive Office
List Price
$1,060,000
Sold Price
$1,060,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
235.58%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 23, 2012
Sold by
Walters Susan E
Bought by
Walters Susan E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$325,000
Interest Rate
3.86%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 11, 2007
Sold by
Duggan John L
Bought by
Walters Susan E

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 14, 1994
Sold by
Walters Susan E
Bought by
Walters Susan E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$325,000
Interest Rate
9.25%
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

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Cole Alexander $2,365,000 Fidelity National Title Compan
Lando Joshua B -- Unisource
Lando Joshua B -- None Listed On Document
Lando Joshua B $1,850,000 Fidelity National Title Co
189 Circle Ave Llc $1,060,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Walters Susan E -- Chicago Title Company
Walters Susan E -- None Available
Walters Susan E -- First American Title Guarant
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Cole Alexander $2,002,277
Previous Owner Lando Joshua B $728,000
Previous Owner Lando Joshua B $925,000
Previous Owner Walters Susan E $325,000
Previous Owner Walters Susan E $325,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/12/2023 06/12/23 Sold $2,365,000 -5.4% $1,483 / Sq Ft
05/12/2023 05/12/23 Pending -- -- --
04/20/2023 04/20/23 For Sale $2,499,000 +35.1% $1,567 / Sq Ft
12/29/2017 12/29/17 Sold $1,850,000 0.0% $1,150 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/28/2017 12/28/17 Pending -- -- --
11/11/2017 11/11/17 For Sale $1,850,000 +74.5% $1,150 / Sq Ft
07/14/2017 07/14/17 Sold $1,060,000 0.0% $716 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/15/2017 06/15/17 Pending -- -- --
05/02/2017 05/02/17 For Sale $1,060,000 -- $716 / 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 $31,532 $2,460,546 $1,456,560 $1,003,986
2024 $30,609 $2,412,300 $1,428,000 $984,300
2023 $26,896 $2,023,215 $1,312,356 $710,859
2022 $26,304 $1,983,551 $1,286,628 $696,923
2021 $25,530 $1,944,664 $1,261,404 $683,260
2020 $25,220 $1,924,740 $1,248,480 $676,260
2019 $24,385 $1,887,000 $1,224,000 $663,000
2018 $23,527 $1,850,000 $1,200,000 $650,000
2017 $9,585 $642,836 $298,736 $344,100
2016 $9,596 $630,235 $292,880 $337,355
2015 $8,957 $620,771 $288,482 $332,289
2014 $8,800 $608,614 $282,832 $325,782
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • P

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Pete Zavlaris

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (415) 637-6257

    1 in this area

    7 Total Sales

    Pete Zavlaris
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  • Chris DeNike

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Chris DeNike

    Sotheby's International Realty

    (415) 250-8052

    5 in this area

    69 Total Sales

    Chris DeNike
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  • A

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Anita Yaffe

    Anita Yaffe, Broker

    (707) 853-5105

    31 Total Sales

    Anita Yaffe
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  • D

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Dave Dupont

    Golden Gate Sotheby's

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  • R

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2017

    Renee Brunner

    Inactive Office

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Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 323024121

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 029-082-38

California Marin County Mill Valley 94941 Blithedale Canyon

189 Circle Ave, Mill Valley, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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