NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4 Cottage Ave Mill Valley, CA 94941

Blithedale Canyon Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $5,650,000 - $8,381,064

5 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,595 Sq Ft
$1,433/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 07, 2016

Last sale price $3,950,000 $860 Per Sq Ft

Est. 67% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $41,424/month

103 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wine Cellar
  • In Ground Pool
  • Views of Mount Tamalpais
  • Mill Valley Middle School Rated A
  • 0.69 Acre Lot
  • Traditional Architecture

About This Home

As of July 2016

East Coast Meets West Coast - Fabulous shingled home w/graciously sized & dramatic rooms. Indoor/outdoor living, the close to town location & sheer scale of this home make it unforgettable. Surrounded by nature, features include an infinity pool, separate custom spa, meandering paths, lawn, a seasonal creek, built-in BBQ w/separate smoker, & outdoor stone fireplace. 5BDs/3.5BTHS, PLUS 2nd family room- this home has it all!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Marilyn Rich

Compass License #01156159 Listed on: 03/21/2016

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Heidi Hjorth

Compass License #01123844

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $59,371

Year Built

  • Built in 1907

Lot Details

  • 0.69

Property Views

  • Mount Tamalpais
  • Valley

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture

Interior Spaces

  • 4,595 Sq Ft Home
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Wine Cellar
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Home Office
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry in unit

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Parking

  • 6 Parking Spaces
  • Gravel Driveway

Additional Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • 0.69 Acre Lot
  • Central Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02902307

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$59,371

Year Built

Built in 1907

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Directions To Property: Blithedale To W Blithedale, R on Cottage
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.6887
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Traditional
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Number Of Fireplaces: 2
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Living Room Features: View
  • Number Of Rooms: 7
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Price Per Square Foot: 859.63
  • Square Footage: 4595
  • Bathrooms: 3.00
  • Room Type: Den, Office, Wine Cellar
  • Lower Level: Bedroom(s), Family Room, Full Bath(s)
  • Main Level: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Partial Bath(s)

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: FNCY
  • Patio And Porch Features: PATI
  • Pool Features: Built-In
  • View: Mt Tamalpais, Valley

Garage/Parking

  • Total Parking Spaces: 6
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Gravel, Paved Driveway

Utilities

  • Security Features: SECA
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Inside Room

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 02902307
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 30000

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1907

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 2020
Sold by
Sprinzen Martin J and Martin J Sprinzen Trust
Bought by
Bransten Shelley and Shelley Bransten Revocable Tru
Current Estimated Value
$6,585,516

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$2,400,000
Outstanding Balance
$2,140,644
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$4,444,872

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 21, 2016
Closed on
Jun 29, 2016
Sold by
Mace Turner Christina
Bought by
Sprinzen Martin J and The Martin J Sprinzen Trust
Seller's Agent
Marilyn Rich
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Heidi Hjorth
Compass
List Price
$3,950,000
Sold Price
$3,950,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.84%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 29, 2009
Sold by
Richards Grant
Bought by
Mace Turner Christina

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 19, 2009
Sold by
Turner Alexander P
Bought by
Mace Turner Christina

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 7, 2009
Sold by
Richards Grant
Bought by
Richards Grant

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 28, 2009
Sold by
Richards Kay
Bought by
Richards Grant

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 6, 1999
Sold by
Renovations Development Group Cottage Av
Bought by
Richards Grant and Richards Kay

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 19, 1998
Sold by
Zimman Marie E and Zimman Marie
Bought by
Renovations Development Group Cottage Av

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,350,000
Interest Rate
7.17%
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bransten Shelley $465,000 Old Republic Title Company
Sprinzen Martin J $3,950,000 Old Republic Title Co
Mace Turner Christina $3,120,000 Stewart Title Of California
Mace Turner Christina -- Stewart Title Of California
Richards Grant -- None Available
Richards Grant -- None Available
Richards Grant $2,950,000 California Land Title Co
Renovations Development Group Cottage Av $940,000 California Land Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Bransten Shelley $2,400,000
Previous Owner Mace Turner Christina $523,000
Previous Owner Renovations Development Group Cottage Av $1,350,000
Previous Owner Zimman Marie $108,000
Closed Renovations Development Group Cottage Av $250,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/07/2016 07/07/16 Sold $3,950,000 0.0% $860 / Sq Ft
07/02/2016 07/02/16 Pending -- -- --
03/21/2016 03/21/16 For Sale $3,950,000 -- $860 / 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 $59,371 $5,085,379 $3,062,164 $2,023,215
2024 $59,371 $4,985,683 $3,002,132 $1,983,551
2023 $58,796 $4,887,940 $2,943,276 $1,944,664
2022 $60,281 $4,792,104 $2,885,568 $1,906,536
2021 $56,000 $4,698,174 $2,829,008 $1,869,166
2020 $54,280 $4,170,516 $2,313,416 $1,857,100
2019 $50,550 $4,088,772 $2,268,072 $1,820,700
2018 $49,291 $4,008,600 $2,223,600 $1,785,000
2017 $48,382 $3,930,000 $2,180,000 $1,750,000
2016 $41,326 $3,396,533 $1,760,963 $1,635,570
2015 $41,843 $3,345,541 $1,734,526 $1,611,015
2014 $41,056 $3,280,032 $1,700,562 $1,579,470
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Marilyn Rich

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Marilyn Rich

    Compass

    (415) 461-8608

    9 Total Sales

    Marilyn Rich
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  • Heidi Hjorth

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Heidi Hjorth

    Compass

    (415) 209-3236

    3 in this area

    23 Total Sales

    Heidi Hjorth
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    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2016

    Adrienne Murphy

    Compass

    (415) 323-4023

    3 in this area

    27 Total Sales

    Adrienne Murphy
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Map

Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 443441

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 029-023-07

California Marin County Mill Valley 94941 Blithedale Canyon

4 Cottage Ave, Mill Valley, CA

This home is located at 4 Cottage Ave, Mill Valley, CA 94941 since 21 March 2016 and is currently estimated at $6,585,516, approximately $1,433 per square foot. This property was built in 1907. 4 Cottage Ave is a home located in Marin County with nearby schools including Mill Valley Middle School, Tamalpais High School, and Marin Horizon School.

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