John Woodruff
Aethos Real Estate
(628) 200-7963
51 Total Sales
1 in Central Novato
$1,418,000 Price
28 Joan Ave Novato, CA 94947
Central Novato NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $827,280
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,100
Sq Ft
$752/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Living Room with Attached Deck
- Cul-De-Sac
- Bonus Room
- Cottage
- 1 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
As of May 2025This lovely home at the end of a cul-de-sac offers approximately 1,100 square feet of living space with three bedrooms and two bathrooms (with one bath in detached unit). Features include a fireplace, hardwood floors throughout living, dining, halls and bedrooms, recessed lighting, some newer dual paned windows and new roof, gutters and downspouts in 2024. A light-filled kitchen includes a gas range, tiled counter tops with stainless steel appliances and opens to an expansive redwood deck convenient for entertaining. Landscaped garden with Oak and Plum trees and a nice flat lawn area offers plenty of room for outdoor activities. The primary bedroom features ample space and natural light overlooking the backyard. There are two additional spacious bedrooms. The permitted detached unit with bath provides a variety of options as a home office, gym or as a private getaway for guests. One car attached garage with loft storage and washer and dryer. Conveniently located near downtown Novato, parks, shopping and close to Rancho school. This ranch style home is ready for you to call your own!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Darlene Hanley
Coldwell Banker Realty License #00945576 Listed on: 03/18/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- Built in 1951 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 6,599 Sq Ft Lot
- Cul-De-Sac
- Back Yard Fenced
- Landscaped
- Artificial Turf
- Backyard Sprinklers
- Garden
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Front Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
Home Design
- Cottage
- Bungalow
- Ranch Property
- Concrete Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,100 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Double Pane Windows
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Living Room with Attached Deck
- Bonus Room
Kitchen
- Dishwasher
- Ceramic Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Parquet
- Tile
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Tile Bathroom Countertop
- Low Flow Toliet
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
- Low Flow Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Utilities
- Central Heating
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 140-141-10
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 18, 2025
Closed on
May 14, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Darlene Hanley
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Susan Coleman
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$899,000
Sold Price
$850,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,000
-5.45%
Views
74
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$22,720
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.21%
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Outstanding Balance
$592,906
Interest Rate
6.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$234,374
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 12, 2019
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
$425,000
Interest Rate
4.1%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 21, 2015
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
$410,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 26, 2015
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
$410,000
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 6, 2014
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 7, 2008
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
$360,245
Interest Rate
6.47%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 8, 2008
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 24, 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
$135,900
Interest Rate
6.67%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Second
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 27, 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
$60,000
Interest Rate
5.99%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 4, 2003
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
$304,000
Interest Rate
5%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 29, 2000
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
$275,000
Interest Rate
7.65%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 31, 1998
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 25, 1998
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Central Novato, CA
-
John Woodruff
-
Douglas Hecker
Douglas Hecker
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Realty
(707) 634-2774
149 Total Sales
3 in Central Novato
$425K - $1.1M Price Range
-
Shirin Zehtabfard
Shirin Zehtabfard
Coldwell Banker Realty
(650) 870-9647
40 Total Sales
1 in Central Novato
$785,000 Price
-
Kim Fahy
Kim Fahy
Martinelli Real Estate Inc
(707) 608-6551
59 Total Sales
1 in Central Novato
$1,330,000 Price
-
Garrett Burdick
Garrett Burdick
Coldwell Banker Realty
(650) 540-3474
29 Total Sales
1 in Central Novato
$3,500,000 Price
-
Michael Wayne Jackson
Michael Wayne Jackson
Coldwell Banker Realty
(628) 336-1347
52 Total Sales
1 in Central Novato
$626,000 Price
Purchase History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $850,000 | Wfg National Title | ||
| -- | Cal Land Title Company | ||
| $715,000 | Cal Land Tiitle Company | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| -- | North American Title Co Inc | ||
| -- | Old Republic Title Company | ||
| $558,000 | Old Republic Title Company | ||
| $365,000 | Multiple | ||
| $332,500 | Accommodation | ||
| $679,500 | Fidelity National Title | ||
| -- | Placer Title Company | ||
| -- | Multiple | ||
| $362,000 | First American Title Co | ||
| $221,500 | First American Title Co | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $600,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $420,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $425,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $528,500 | ||
| Previous Owner | $410,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $365,648 | ||
| Previous Owner | $360,245 | ||
| Previous Owner | $135,900 | ||
| Previous Owner | $543,600 | ||
| Previous Owner | $60,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $382,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $75,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $304,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $300,700 | ||
| Previous Owner | $65,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $275,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $170,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $46,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/20/2025 05/20/25 | Sold | $850,000 | 0.0% | $773 / Sq Ft |
| 05/01/2025 05/01/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/15/2025 04/15/25 | Price Changed | $850,000 | -5.5% | $773 / Sq Ft |
| 03/18/2025 03/18/25 | For Sale | $899,000 | -- | $817 / 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 | $10,320 | $864,450 | $520,200 | $344,250 |
| 2025 | $10,320 | $790,889 | $474,087 | $316,802 |
| 2024 | $10,159 | $775,382 | $464,792 | $310,590 |
| 2023 | $9,944 | $760,181 | $455,680 | $304,501 |
| 2022 | $9,716 | $745,279 | $446,747 | $298,532 |
| 2021 | $9,711 | $730,667 | $437,988 | $292,679 |
| 2020 | $9,558 | $723,180 | $433,500 | $289,680 |
| 2019 | $8,562 | $642,856 | $368,131 | $274,725 |
| 2018 | $8,929 | $630,255 | $360,915 | $269,340 |
| 2017 | $8,762 | $617,900 | $353,840 | $264,060 |
| 2016 | $7,700 | $605,784 | $346,902 | $258,882 |
| 2015 | $8,015 | $596,688 | $341,693 | $254,995 |
| 2014 | $5,226 | $383,424 | $283,629 | $99,795 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
D
Seller's Agent in 2025
Darlene Hanley
Coldwell Banker Realty
-
Susan Coleman
S
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Susan Coleman
Coldwell Banker Realty
(415) 378-2350
3 in this area
76 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)
MLS Number: 325021180
APN: 140-141-10
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