NOT LISTED FOR SALE

265 Cascade Dr Mill Valley, CA 94941

Mill Valley Heights Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,801,000 - $3,109,206

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,745 Sq Ft
$1,071/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: August 9, 2021

Last sale price $2,650,000 $965 Per Sq Ft

Est. 11% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $18,795 / mo

24 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wine Cellar
  • Spa
  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Mill Valley Middle School Rated A
  • Sauna
  • Built-In Refrigerator

About This Home

As of August 2021

Retro post and beam redwood construction! Quintessential Mill Valley stunning sunny 4 bed/2.5 bath home reflecting the 1970's creative use of redwood and glass. A mood of tranquil living caresses you in this work of art. Relish the private setting with amazing nature & sunlight that reflects in every room. High ceilings, walls of glass, a large private sun-drenched deck with a hot tub and sauna w/shower. Soothing sounds of the year-round creek. FMR/Den, wine cellar, and a bright sunny loft perfect for the artist studio you've always wanted. Also has a Hillevator! A true period piece that is a reflection of fine architectural craftsmanship. Enjoy the treasured location with its short distance to town!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ralph Gimpel

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01025435 Listed on: 06/07/2021

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Ralph Gimpel

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01025435 Listed on: 06/07/2021

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1976

Lot Details

  • 16,819 Sq Ft Lot
  • Irregular Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • 3 Open Parking Spaces
  • Front Facing Garage

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Hills
  • Forest

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Converted Barn or Barndominium
  • Rustic Architecture
  • Tar and Gravel Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,745 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Wine Cellar
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Attached Deck
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Den
  • Storage
  • Sauna
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Built-In Refrigerator
  • Dishwasher
  • Stone Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Tile Bathroom Countertop
  • Primary Bathroom Bathtub Only
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Balcony
  • Front Porch

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Baseboard Heating
  • Hot Water Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 027-203-05

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1976

Lot Details

0.39 Acres

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight(s), Storage Area(s)
  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Directions To Property: Throckmorton, L on Josephine, R on Cascade Dr.
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.3861
  • Stories: 3
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Barn Type, Contemporary, Rustic, See Remarks
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Free Standing Gas Range, Hood Over Range
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bathroom Features: Tile, Tub
  • Master Bedroom Features: Balcony, Closet
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Dining Room Features: Dining/Living Combo
  • Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Deck Attached, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight(s), View
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Price Per Square Foot: 965.39
  • Square Footage: 2745
  • Bathroom Features: Sauna, Shower Stall(s), Tile
  • Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Family Room Features: Open Beam Ceiling, View
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Kitchen Features: Pantry Closet, Stone Counter
  • Room Type: Den, Wine Cellar
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s), Master Bedroom, Partial Bath(s)
  • Spa Features: Spa/Hot Tub Personal

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Glass, Wood, See Remarks
  • Lot Features: Shape Irregular, See Remarks
  • Roof: Tar/Gravel
  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony
  • OtherStructures: Other
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Uncovered Deck
  • Pool: No
  • Spa: Yes
  • View: Forest, Hills, Woods

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Garage Facing Front
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • OpenParkingSpaces: 3

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: All Public
  • Water Source: Water District
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Laundry Closet, Washer Included

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 027-203-05
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 16819

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1976

MLS Schools

  • School District (County): Marin

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 7, 2021
Closed on
Aug 4, 2021
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Ralph Gimpel
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Ralph Gimpel
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$2,650,000
Sold Price
$2,650,000
Current Estimated Value
$2,940,302

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$290,302
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.16%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 7, 2013
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 10, 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
$1,000,000
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 2004
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
$800,000
Interest Rate
4.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 10, 2002
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
$708,000
Interest Rate
6%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 25, 1998
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 27, 1995
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
$2,650,000 Old Republic Title Company
-- None Available
$1,585,000 Fidelity National Title Co
-- --
-- --
$885,000 --
-- --
-- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $1,000,000
Previous Owner $800,000
Previous Owner $708,000
Closed $87,600
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/09/2021 08/09/21 Sold $2,650,000 0.0% $965 / Sq Ft
07/01/2021 07/01/21 Pending -- -- --
06/07/2021 06/07/21 For Sale $2,650,000 -- $965 / 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
2025 $36,068 $2,804,751 $1,697,920 $1,106,831
2024 $34,588 $2,749,777 $1,664,640 $1,085,137
2023 $34,106 $2,695,860 $1,632,000 $1,063,860
2022 $33,411 $2,643,000 $1,600,000 $1,043,000
2021 $27,800 $2,000,935 $1,262,420 $738,515
2020 $29,804 $1,980,425 $1,249,480 $730,945
2019 $27,397 $1,941,609 $1,224,990 $716,619
2018 $26,998 $1,903,553 $1,200,980 $702,573
2017 $24,023 $1,866,242 $1,177,440 $688,802
2016 $25,312 $1,829,660 $1,154,360 $675,300
2015 $23,930 $1,802,192 $1,137,030 $665,162
2014 $21,884 $1,651,650 $1,051,050 $600,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Ralph Gimpel

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Ralph Gimpel

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (415) 516-3308

    1 in this area

    8 Total Sales

    Ralph Gimpel
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Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 321048701

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 027-203-05

California Marin County Mill Valley 94941 Mill Valley Heights

265 Cascade Dr, Mill Valley, CA

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