NOT LISTED FOR SALE

23 Driftwood Ave Novato, CA 94945

San Marin Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,072,787 - $1,276,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,895 Sq Ft
$604/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 20, 2025

Last sale price $1,105,000 $583 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,615 / mo

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1 Fireplace
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • San Marin High School Rated A-
  • Living Room
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of March 2025

Spacious Single-Story Home in the Heart of Novato! Located near parks, downtown shopping, open space, and easy access to Hwy 101, this nearly 1,900 sq. ft. home offers the perfect blend of comfort and convenience. The open-concept design features a bright and airy kitchen, dining, and family room, with an entire wall of bookcases and built in cabinets, and vaulted ceilings. For added space, a formal living area, greets visitors as you enter the home. This home boasts an expansive primary suite, with a cozy seating area or office nook and an oversized walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms showcase charming bay windows and hardwood floors. Fresh paint and brand-new carpet enhance the home's appeal. Step outside to a low-maintenance backyard with a spacious deck and garden shed, ideal for relaxation or entertaining. Two sliding doors provide easy access to the outdoor space, bringing in natural light. Plus, enjoy year-round comfort with central AC.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Amy Diller

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01297467 Listed on: 02/24/2025

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Adam Watts

Burdell Real Estate License #01356839

Range of Values:

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1964

Lot Details

  • 7,588

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Interior Spaces

  • 1,895 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • 7,588 Sq Ft Lot
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 141-081-34

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1964

Lot Details

7,588 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Directions To Property: San Marin or Novato Blvd to Simmons to Driftwood;
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1742
  • Stories: 1
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Square Footage: 1895.00
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Garage, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Court

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, In Garage, Washer Included

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 141-081-34
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7588.00

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1964

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 24, 2025
Closed on
Mar 6, 2025
Sold by
Whitney Family Revocable Trust and Whitney Ronald W
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Amy Diller
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Adam Watts
Burdell Real Estate
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$1,105,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
0.45%
Views
17
Current Estimated Value
$1,144,197

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$39,197
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.40%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 28, 2020
Sold by
Whitney Ronald W and Whitney Mary F
Bought by
Whitney Ronald W and Whitney Mary F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,148,400
Interest Rate
2.69%
Mortgage Type
Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 7, 2013
Sold by
Whitney Ronald W and Whitney Mary F
Bought by
Whitney Ronald W and Whitney Mary F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$266,100
Interest Rate
3.33%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 3, 2012
Sold by
Whitney Ronald W and Whitney Mary F
Bought by
Whitney Ronald W and Whitney Mary F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$266,600
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 19, 2011
Sold by
Whitney Ronald W and Whitney Mary F
Bought by
Whitney Ronald W and Whitney Mary F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$266,400
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 17, 2010
Sold by
Whitney Ronald W and Whitney Mary F
Bought by
Whitney Ronald W and Whitney Mary F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$271,550
Interest Rate
4.35%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 8, 2003
Sold by
Whitney Ronald W and Whitney Mary F
Bought by
Whitney Ronald W and Whitney Mary F

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$302,000
Interest Rate
5.13%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 21, 2001
Sold by
Whitney Ronald W and Whitney Mary F
Bought by
Whitney Ronald W and Whitney Mary F
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Agents Specializing in San Marin, CA

  • Kouros Tavakoli Real Estate Agent - Golden Gate Sotheby's

    Kouros Tavakoli

    Golden Gate Sotheby's

    (510) 288-2743

    15 Total Sales

    1 in San Marin

    $1,351,888 Price

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  • Michael Wayne Jackson Real Estate Agent - Coldwell Banker Realty

    Michael Wayne Jackson

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (628) 336-1347

    52 Total Sales

    3 in San Marin

    $500K - $1.4M Price Range

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  • Rose Capurro Real Estate Agent - Coldwell Banker Realty

    Rose Capurro

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (562) 600-6094

    41 Total Sales

    1 in San Marin

    $1,225,000 Price

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  • Marni Cunha Real Estate Agent - Hedge Realty

    Marni Cunha

    Hedge Realty

    (707) 665-1571

    57 Total Sales

    1 in San Marin

    $635,000 Price

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    Mike Kavanaugh

    Responds Quickly

    Town & Country Realty

    (925) 940-5295

    55 Total Sales

    1 in San Marin

    $1,000,000 Price

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  • Sudha Schlesinger Real Estate Agent - Engel & Volkers Sonoma County

    Sudha Schlesinger

    Engel & Volkers Sonoma County

    (707) 608-6640

    125 Total Sales

    1 in San Marin

    $1,800,000 Price

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$1,105,000 Fidelity National Title Compan
Getline Michael -- Fidelity National Title Compan
Whitney Ronald W -- Fnc Title Of California
Whitney Ronald W -- Orange Coast Title
Whitney Ronald W -- Accommodation
Whitney Ronald W -- Orange Coast Title
Whitney Ronald W -- Accommodation
Whitney Ronald W -- Orange Coast Title
Whitney Ronald W -- Accommodation
Whitney Ronald W -- Orange Coast Title
Whitney Ronald W -- Orange Coast Title
Whitney Ronald W -- Fidelity National Title Co
Whitney Ronald W -- Fidelity National Title
Whitney Ronald W -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $223,745
Previous Owner Whitney Ronald W $1,148,400
Previous Owner Whitney Ronald W $954,225
Previous Owner Whitney Ronald W $100,000
Previous Owner Whitney Ronald W $266,100
Previous Owner Whitney Ronald W $266,600
Previous Owner Whitney Ronald W $266,400
Previous Owner Whitney Ronald W $271,550
Previous Owner Whitney Ronald W $302,000
Previous Owner Whitney Ronald W $297,550
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/20/2025 03/20/25 Sold $1,105,000 +0.5% $583 / Sq Ft
03/04/2025 03/04/25 Pending -- -- --
02/24/2025 02/24/25 For Sale $1,100,000 -- $580 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

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
2026 $3,622 $1,127,100 $566,100 $561,000
2025 $3,622 $212,038 $32,027 $180,011
2024 $3,545 $207,881 $31,399 $176,482
2023 $3,470 $203,806 $30,784 $173,022
2022 $3,378 $199,811 $30,180 $169,631
2021 $3,365 $195,894 $29,589 $166,305
2020 $3,132 $193,885 $29,285 $164,600
2019 $3,076 $190,084 $28,711 $161,373
2018 $3,018 $186,357 $28,148 $158,209
2017 $3,204 $182,703 $27,596 $155,107
2016 $3,007 $179,121 $27,055 $152,066
2015 $2,951 $176,433 $26,649 $149,784
2014 $2,660 $172,977 $26,127 $146,850
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Amy Diller Real Estate Agent - Coldwell Banker Realty

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Amy Diller

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (415) 716-1659

    10 in this area

    133 Total Sales

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  • Adam Watts Real Estate Agent - Burdell Real Estate

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Adam Watts

    Burdell Real Estate

    (415) 287-6639

    5 in this area

    19 Total Sales

    Adam Watts
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Map

Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 325015288

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 141-081-34

California Marin County Novato 94945 San Marin

23 Driftwood Ave, Novato, CA

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