$4,300,000
SOLD JUL 18, 2025

36 Prospect Ave Sausalito, CA 94965

3 Beds
3 Baths
2,730 Sq Ft
7,623 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,575 Per Sq Ft

10% Above List Price

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of San Francisco
  • Built-In Refrigerator
  • Private Lot
  • Tamalpais High School Rated A
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Retreat

About This Home

As of July 2025

First time on the market in 23 years! Nestled in Sausalito's coveted Upper Banana Belt, 36 Prospect Avenue captures breathtaking views of the San Francisco Bay and San Francisco skyline from both levels. Bathed in natural light, the home stands on a premier view street and is surrounded by mature gardens, waterfalls, and south‑facing decks perfect for indoor‑outdoor living. The main level welcomes you with an elegant foyer, an open-plan living and dining area with a gas fireplace, and a gourmet chef's kitchen equipped with Sub‑Zero, Wolf, GE, and Miele appliances. Floor-to-ceiling sliders open to wraparound decks, inviting coastal breezes and panoramic vistas. Upstairs are two bedrooms (one en suite), a guest bath, and ample storage. Below, the spacious primary suite features a fireplace, dressing room, luxurious bathroom, and direct access to the lower gardens. This level also includes a home office, laundry room, and a 2-car garage with a workshop. A long driveway accommodates 3-4 extra carsan uncommon find in Sausalito. This timeless home combines privacy, elegance, and iconic views in one of the Bay Area's most desirable locations. Welcome to 36 Prospect Sausalito living at its finest.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sherrie Faber

First California Realty, Inc License #01272361 Listed on: 07/03/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Mike Hood

Compass License #01402536

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $44,423

Year Built

  • Built in 1949 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 7,623 Sq Ft Lot
  • South Facing Home
  • Property is Fully Fenced
  • Landscaped
  • Private Lot
  • Sprinkler System
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • 4 Open Parking Spaces
  • Workshop in Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Marina
  • Bay
  • San Francisco
  • Views of the Bay Bridge
  • Panoramic
  • City
  • Hills
  • Park or Greenbelt

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Side-by-Side
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Pillar, Post or Pier Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Tar and Gravel Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Masonry

Interior Spaces

  • 2,730 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Awning
  • Window Screens
  • Formal Entry
  • Great Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Attached Deck
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Storage Room

Kitchen

  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Double Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Built-In Refrigerator
  • Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Wine Refrigerator
  • Kitchen Island
  • Marble Countertops
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Radiant Floor

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Retreat
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Dual Closets
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Marble Bathroom Countertops
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Home Security

  • Security System Owned
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Front Gate

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Courtyard
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Shed
  • Pergola

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 065-191-75

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$44,423

Year Built

Built in 1949 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Formal Entry, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight(s), Storage Area(s)
  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Directions To Property: 101 to Spencer Ave Ex - R Booker-L Cloud View -1st house to right on Prospect OR San Carlos to Spencer Ave - L Prospect
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1750
  • Stories: 2
  • Levels: Two
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • Property Faces: South
  • Reso Window Features: Dual Pane Full, Window Screens
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Gas Cook Top, Gas Water Heater, Hood Over Range, Plumbed For Ice Maker, Wine Refrigerator
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 2
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Dining Room Features: Dining/Living Combo, Formal Area, Other
  • Living Room Features: Deck Attached, Great Room, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight(s), View
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Square Footage: 2730.00
  • Bathroom Features: Low-Flow Toilet(s), Marble, Shower Stall(s), Tub w/Shower Over
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Kitchen Features: Granite Counter, Island w/Sink, Marble Counter, Pantry Closet, Skylight(s)
  • Room Type: Baths Other, Dining Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, Storage
  • Lower Level: Full Bath(s), Garage, Primary Bedroom, Retreat, Street Entrance
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Street Entrance
  • PrimaryBedroomFeatures: Closet, Ground Floor, Outside Access, Walk-In Closet, Walk-In Closet 2+

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Masonry Reinforced, Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Pillar/Post/Pier, Slab
  • Lot Features: Auto Sprinkler F&R, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Private
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Roof: Composition, Tar/Gravel
  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony, Entry Gate, Uncovered Courtyard
  • Fencing: Full
  • OtherStructures: Pergola, Shed(s), Storage
  • Patio And Porch Features: Awning, Enclosed Deck, Enclosed Patio, Uncovered Patio
  • View: Bay, Bay Bridge, City, Garden/Greenbelt, Hills, Marina, Panoramic, San Francisco, Water, Other

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Interior Access, Side-by-Side, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+, Workshop in Garage
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6.00
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00
  • OpenParkingSpaces: 4.00
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Paved Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
  • Security Features: Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Heater, Security System Owned, Security System Prewired, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace(s), Gas, Radiant Floor
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Ground Floor, Inside Room, Laundry Closet, Washer Included

Schools

  • School District: Marin
  • Middle/Junior School District: Tamalpais Union

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 065-191-75
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7623.00

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1949

MLS Schools

  • Senior High School District: Sausalito Marin City Schools
  • School District (County): Marin

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 3, 2025
Closed on
Jul 14, 2025
Sold by
Kennedy Keith Kennedy W and Kennedy Claudia
Bought by
Mersky Barry L and Trexler Elizabeth Iribe
Seller's Agent
Sherrie Faber
First California Realty, Inc
Buyer's Agent
Mike Hood
Compass
List Price
$3,897,000
Sold Price
$4,300,000
Premium/Discount to List
$403,000
10.34%
Views
38

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-77.39%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 30, 2023
Sold by
Keith Kennedy W and Keith Claudia D
Bought by
W Keith Kennedy Jr 2001 Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 20, 2012
Sold by
Kennedy Kennedy W and Kennedy Claudia D
Bought by
Kennedy Kennedy W and Kennedy Claudia D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,239,000
Interest Rate
3.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 2003
Sold by
Carlson John A and Carlson Carol A
Bought by
Kennedy Kennedy W and Kennedy Claudia D

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 22, 1999
Sold by
Carlson John A and Carol Carlson
Bought by
Carlson John A and Carlson Carol A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 2, 1996
Sold by
Redor Elizabeth J and Redor Maurice I P Tr Etal
Bought by
Carlson John A and Carlson Carol

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$600,000
Interest Rate
7.75%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $4,300,000 Old Republic Title
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Company
Grant Deed $2,500,500 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $750,000 First American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,239,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,295,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $1,500,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $300,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $250,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $600,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $600,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/18/2025 07/18/25 Sold $4,300,000 +10.3% $1,575 / Sq Ft
07/10/2025 07/10/25 Pending -- -- --
07/03/2025 07/03/25 For Sale $3,897,000 -- $1,427 / 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 $44,423 $3,771,752 $2,173,024 $1,598,728
2024 $44,423 $3,697,811 $2,130,424 $1,567,387
2023 $43,464 $3,625,329 $2,088,665 $1,536,664
2022 $41,750 $3,554,255 $2,047,717 $1,506,538
2021 $41,496 $3,484,585 $2,007,578 $1,477,007
2020 $40,618 $3,448,878 $1,987,007 $1,461,871
2019 $39,900 $3,381,267 $1,948,054 $1,433,213
2018 $38,822 $3,314,984 $1,909,866 $1,405,118
2017 $37,981 $3,250,003 $1,872,428 $1,377,575
2016 $36,284 $3,186,299 $1,835,726 $1,350,573
2015 $36,736 $3,138,456 $1,808,162 $1,330,294
2014 $35,351 $3,076,991 $1,772,750 $1,304,241
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 325054096

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 065-191-75