$385,000
SOLD JUL 11, 2025

253 Marin Valley Dr Unit 5 Novato, CA 94949

Hamilton Neighborhood
1 Bed
1 Bath
817 Sq Ft
$461/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$471 Per Sq Ft

1% Above List Price

54 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1 Fireplace
  • End Unit
  • Living Room
  • Novato High School Rated A-
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Bathroom on Main Level

About This Home

As of July 2025

Light, fresh and sheek,condo that's ideal for a first time home buyer or investor. Two balconies one in the living room one in the bedroom. 1 covered parking one uncovered. Comes with a designated carport. Located near Hamilton Market Place, and walking distance to public transportation.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michael Wayne Jackson

Luxe Places International Real License #01513285 Listed on: 05/16/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Danielle Burke

Coldwell Banker Realty License #02240671

Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,011

Year Built

  • Built in 1978

Lot Details

  • End Unit

HOA Fees

  • $461 Monthly HOA Fees

Interior Spaces

  • 817 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Area or Nook

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 1 Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • 1 Carport Space

Community Details

  • Association fees include homeowners insurance, maintenance exterior, trash, water
  • Marin Valley Terrace Association, Phone Number (415) 827-8048

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 155-260-05

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,011

Year Built

Built in 1978

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$461 per month

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Condominium
  • Subtype Description: Attached
  • Directions To Property: Bollinger to Marin Valley Drive
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0135
  • Stories: 1
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Free Standing Refrigerator
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Bedrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number Of Rooms: 3
  • Flooring: Other
  • Square Footage: 817.00
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Other
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Shape Regular

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Other
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00
  • Carport Spaces: 1.00

Utilities

  • Cooling: Other
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating: Other
  • Laundry Features: Other

Association/Amenities

  • Association Features: Other

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 461
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Marin Valley Terrace
  • Association Phone: (415) 827-8048
  • Location of Unit: End Unit

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Homeowners Insurance, Maintenance Exterior, Trash, Water

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 155-260-05
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 588.00

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1978

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 16, 2025
Closed on
Jul 9, 2025
Sold by
Sanchez Sonia
Bought by
Seeder Jeffrey
Seller's Agent
Michael Wayne Jackson
Luxe Places International Real
Buyer's Agent
Danielle Burke
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$380,000
Sold Price
$385,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
1.32%
Views
22

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-17.34%
Original Mortgage
$372,150
Outstanding Balance
$371,838
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$3,745

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 16, 2025
Closed on
Jun 23, 2025
Sold by
Catherine J Bem Trust and Bem Catherine J
Bought by
Seader Jeffrey and Seader Christian
Seller's Agent
Michael Wayne Jackson
Luxe Places International Real
Buyer's Agent
Danielle Burke
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$380,000
Sold Price
$385,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
1.32%
Views
22

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$372,150
Outstanding Balance
$371,838
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$3,745

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 13, 2007
Sold by
Bem Catherine J
Bought by
Bem Catherine J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 22, 2005
Sold by
Allison Georgia
Bought by
Bem Catherine J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$310,800
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 22, 2004
Sold by
Allison Georgia
Bought by
Allison Georgia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$208,600
Interest Rate
6.2%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 24, 2002
Sold by
Allison Georgia C
Bought by
Allison Georgia

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$171,000
Interest Rate
12.75%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- Fidelity National Title Compan
Grant Deed $385,000 Fidelity National Title Compan
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $388,500 California Land Title Marin
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- California Land Title Marin
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- California Land Title Marin
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $372,150 FHA
Previous Owner $320,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $310,800 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $208,600 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $171,000 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/11/2025 07/11/25 Sold $385,000 +1.3% $471 / Sq Ft
05/16/2025 05/16/25 For Sale $380,000 -- $465 / 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 $6,011 $400,000 $236,000 $164,000
2024 $6,011 $415,000 $245,000 $170,000
2023 $6,242 $440,000 $260,000 $180,000
2022 $5,916 $415,000 $245,000 $170,000
2021 $5,489 $370,000 $203,000 $167,000
2020 $5,340 $360,000 $197,500 $162,500
2019 $5,264 $360,000 $197,500 $162,500
2018 $5,109 $346,419 $189,889 $156,530
2017 $4,798 $320,760 $175,824 $144,936
2016 $4,285 $297,000 $162,800 $134,200
2015 $3,966 $270,000 $148,000 $122,000
2014 $4,842 $352,507 $193,267 $159,240
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Michael Wayne Jackson

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Michael Wayne Jackson

    Luxe Places International Real

    (415) 483-6009

    4 in this area

    59 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Danielle Burke

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (916) 786-4600

    1 in this area

    2 Total Sales

    Danielle Burke
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Map

Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 325033725

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 155-260-05

California Marin County Novato 94949 Hamilton

253 Marin Valley Dr Unit 5, Novato, CA

This home is located at 253 Marin Valley Dr Unit 5, Novato, CA 94949 and is currently priced at $385,000, approximately $471 per square foot. This property was built in 1978. 253 Marin Valley Dr Unit 5 is a home located in Marin County with nearby schools including Hamilton Meadow Park School, Novato High School, and Novato Charter School.

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