Seller's Agent in 2023
Cynthia Rosen
Compass
(415) 225-2245
3 in this area
24 Total Sales
38 Taft Ct Novato, CA 94947
Midwest Novato NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,618,000 - $2,040,000
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,209
Sq Ft
$563/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Lap Pool
- Solar Power Battery
- Retreat
- Novato High School Rated A-
- Contemporary Architecture
- 3-minute walk to Arroyo Avichi Park
About This Home
As of August 2023Resort Living In Novato This spacious, light-filled luxury home radiates warmth, while inviting you to enjoy the indoor/outdoor lifestyle that encompasses today's most sought-after features in a home. The vaulted ceilings, ample living spaces, separate/private office, chef's kitchen with Miele and Wolfe built-in appliances, outdoor kitchen, inviting heated pool with outdoor entertaining spaces for romantic or family meals make this home a superb choice. Enjoy the new garden filled with fruit trees, fragrant roses, raised vegetable beds pollinated by your own honeybees. Gather fresh eggs from your own chicken coup. This is superb living for a homebody or entertainer. The open space behind the home and cul-de-sac location lends itself to peace and serenity, while being perfectly located near shopping, schools, and a park. Highlights: Remodeled bathrooms New solar w/backup batteries New E/V rapid charger Newly landscaped backyard New electric pool heater New heat pump furnace New central a/c unit
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $20,995
Year Built
- Built in 1969 | Remodeled
Lot Details
- 0.28 Acre Lot
- Fenced
- Low Maintenance Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Electric Vehicle Home Charger
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Composition Roof
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 3,209 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Skylights
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Formal Entry
- Great Room
- Family Room Off Kitchen
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Home Office
- Bonus Room
- Video Cameras
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Built-In Gas Oven
- Built-In Gas Range
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Stone Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Stone
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Retreat
- Primary Bedroom on Main
- Primary Bedroom Upstairs
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Stone Bathroom Countertops
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
- 220 Volts In Laundry
Eco-Friendly Details
- Energy-Efficient HVAC
- Solar Power Battery
- Grid-tied solar system exports excess electricity
- Solar Power System
Pool
- Lap Pool
- Spa
- Pool Cover
- Gunite Pool
- Pool Sweep
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Covered Deck
- Shed
- Built-In Barbecue
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heat Pump System
- 220 Volts
- Internet Available
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Rancho Village #9 Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 151-041-10
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 23, 2023
Closed on
Aug 15, 2023
Sold by
Ford Shane and Ford Magda
Bought by
Mains Russell Stephen
Seller's Agent
Cynthia Rosen
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Michael Wayne Jackson
Luxe Places International Real
List Price
$1,800,000
Sold Price
$1,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-5.56%
Views
125
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
$105,402
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.49%
Original Mortgage
$1,075,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,053,630
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$697,818
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 5, 2021
Closed on
Nov 29, 2021
Sold by
Patin Steven R and Patin Lisa M
Bought by
Ford Shane and Bachakashvili Magda
Seller's Agent
Lisa Garaventa
Golden Gate Sotheby's
Buyer's Agent
Pedro Reyes
Marin 1 Real Estate, Inc
List Price
$1,550,000
Sold Price
$1,550,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.55%
Original Mortgage
$1,240,000
Interest Rate
3.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 16, 2013
Sold by
Patin Steven R and Patin Lisa Marie
Bought by
Patin Steven R and Patin Lisa M P
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mains Russell Stephen | $1,700,000 | Fidelity National Title Compan | |
| Ford Shane | $1,550,000 | First American Title Company | |
| Patin Steven R | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Mains Russell Stephen | $1,075,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Ford Shane | $1,240,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Patin Steven R | $180,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Patin Steven R | $359,650 | |
| Previous Owner | Patin Steven R | $183,538 | |
| Previous Owner | Patin Steven R | $185,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/18/2023 08/18/23 | Sold | $1,700,000 | -2.9% | $530 / Sq Ft |
| 07/14/2023 07/14/23 | Price Changed | $1,750,000 | -2.8% | $545 / Sq Ft |
| 05/23/2023 05/23/23 | For Sale | $1,800,000 | +16.1% | $561 / Sq Ft |
| 12/01/2021 12/01/21 | Sold | $1,550,000 | 0.0% | $483 / Sq Ft |
| 11/29/2021 11/29/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/05/2021 10/05/21 | For Sale | $1,550,000 | -- | $483 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $20,995 | $1,734,000 | $918,000 | $816,000 |
| 2024 | $20,995 | $1,700,000 | $900,000 | $800,000 |
| 2023 | $19,683 | $1,581,000 | $867,000 | $714,000 |
| 2022 | $19,226 | $1,550,000 | $850,000 | $700,000 |
| 2021 | $7,368 | $487,716 | $93,820 | $393,896 |
| 2020 | $7,261 | $482,717 | $92,858 | $389,859 |
| 2019 | $6,839 | $473,254 | $91,038 | $382,216 |
| 2018 | $6,733 | $463,976 | $89,253 | $374,723 |
| 2017 | $6,609 | $454,880 | $87,503 | $367,377 |
| 2016 | $6,159 | $445,963 | $85,788 | $360,175 |
| 2015 | $6,055 | $439,264 | $84,499 | $354,765 |
| 2014 | $5,860 | $430,661 | $82,844 | $347,817 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Cynthia Rosen
-
Michael Wayne Jackson
Buyer's Agent in 2023
Michael Wayne Jackson
Luxe Places International Real
(415) 483-6009
4 in this area
59 Total Sales
-
Lisa Garaventa
L
Seller's Agent in 2021
Lisa Garaventa
Golden Gate Sotheby's
(415) 518-2772
7 in this area
91 Total Sales
-
Pedro Reyes
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Pedro Reyes
Marin 1 Real Estate, Inc
(415) 328-7888
1 in this area
12 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)
MLS Number: 323034007
APN: 151-041-10
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