4 Tara Ln Novato, CA 94945
Central Novato NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $1,461,000 - $1,778,091
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,038
Sq Ft
$558/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Solar Power System
- Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
- View of Hills
- San Marin High School Rated A-
- Built-In Refrigerator
- Deck
About This Home
As of September 2021Newly-remodeled contemporary SOLAR home in Tara Heights, a quiet and upscale neighborhood near San Marin. 4BD + office. The 4th bedroom is part of an attached in-law unit perfect for rental income or extended family. Stunning home makeover with $400K in upgrades since 2019. Highlights include complete kitchen & primary bathroom remodels. New kitchen features Italian Bertazzoni appliances including an 8-burner gas range, 3 ovens, 2 built-in refrigerators, cabinetry with roll out shelves and even a hidden lift for your stand mixer! The spa-like primary bathroom has heated marble floors, a double shower and freestanding bathtub. Next to the primary suite, the 3rd main floor bedroom is being used as a luxurious walk-in closet (can be reverted to a bedroom in a day!) Lovely backyard is off the main level and offers peaceful areas for entertaining. Designer finishes include Italian Murano glass light fixtures. Central AC, new electrical, whole house water filtration system plus much more!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $21,342
Year Built
- Built in 1989
Lot Details
- 0.25 Acre Lot
- Property is Fully Fenced
- Wood Fence
- Landscaped
- Corner Lot
- Front and Back Yard Sprinklers
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Side-by-Side
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 3,038 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Formal Entry
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Storage Room
- Views of Hills
Kitchen
- Built-In Electric Oven
- Self-Cleaning Oven
- Built-In Gas Range
- Range Hood
- Built-In Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Wine Refrigerator
- Kitchen Island
- Granite Countertops
- Concrete Kitchen Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Radiant Floor
- Marble
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
- Retreat
- Main Floor Bedroom
- In-Law or Guest Suite
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Marble Bathroom Countertops
- Granite Bathroom Countertops
- Dual Sinks
- Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
- Low Flow Toliet
- Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
- Bathtub with Shower
- Multiple Shower Heads
- Separate Shower
- Window or Skylight in Bathroom
Eco-Friendly Details
- Solar Power System
- Solar owned by a third party
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Patio
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Radiant Heating System
- 220 Volts
- Internet Available
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 141-321-20
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 3, 2021
Closed on
Aug 13, 2021
Sold by
Taddel Iole L and Iole L Taddel Revocable Trust
Bought by
Stafford Sara and Stafford Christopher
Seller's Agent
Kevin McGinnis
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Rick Van Der Wal
Compass
List Price
$1,675,000
Sold Price
$1,675,000
Total Days on Market
24
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
$19,523
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.31%
Original Mortgage
$1,225,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,122,797
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$571,726
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 3, 2020
Sold by
Taddei Iole L
Bought by
Taddei Iole L and Iole L Taddei Revocable Trust
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 5, 2018
Closed on
Oct 5, 2018
Sold by
Sutler Cohen Sara C
Bought by
James Marcus A
Seller's Agent
Henry Hautau
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Amy Deming Simkins
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$1,100,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.71%
Original Mortgage
$207,000
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 5, 2018
Closed on
Oct 2, 2018
Sold by
James Marcus A
Bought by
Taddei Iole
Seller's Agent
Henry Hautau
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Amy Deming Simkins
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$1,100,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$207,000
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 24, 2012
Sold by
Morin Gary B and Morin Alberta P
Bought by
James Marcus A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
3.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 22, 2012
Sold by
James Lynette
Bought by
James Marcus A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
3.55%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 14, 2001
Sold by
Caldwell John D and Caldwell Marian G
Bought by
Morin Gary B and Morin Alberta P
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$560,000
Interest Rate
7.15%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 31, 2000
Sold by
Caldwell John D and Caldwell Marian G
Bought by
Caldwell John D and Caldwell Marian C
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 27, 1997
Sold by
Lorne Magnone and Magnone Susan A
Bought by
Caldwell John D and Caldwell Marian G
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$47,500
Interest Rate
7.31%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stafford Sara | $1,675,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Taddei Iole L | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| James Marcus A | -- | Stewart Title | |
| Taddei Iole | $1,100,000 | Stewart Title | |
| James Marcus A | $695,454 | Stewart Title Of California | |
| James Marcus A | -- | Stewart Title Of California | |
| Morin Gary B | $700,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Caldwell John D | -- | -- | |
| Caldwell John D | $475,000 | Old Republic Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Stafford Sara | $150,000 | |
| Open | Stafford Sara | $1,225,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Taddei Iole | $800,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Taddei Iole | $92,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Taddei Iole | $207,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Taddei Iole | $679,650 | |
| Previous Owner | James Marcus A | $500,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Morin Gary B | $355,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Morin Gary B | $468,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Morin Gary B | $559,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Morin Gary B | $560,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Caldwell John D | $100,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Caldwell John D | $47,500 | |
| Previous Owner | Caldwell John D | $380,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Magnone Lorne | $306,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/07/2021 09/07/21 | Sold | $1,675,000 | 0.0% | $551 / Sq Ft |
| 08/27/2021 08/27/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/03/2021 08/03/21 | For Sale | $1,675,000 | +52.3% | $551 / Sq Ft |
| 10/12/2018 10/12/18 | Sold | $1,100,000 | 0.0% | $362 / Sq Ft |
| 09/26/2018 09/26/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/05/2018 09/05/18 | For Sale | $1,100,000 | -- | $362 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $21,342 | $1,737,468 | $1,040,400 | $697,068 |
| 2023 | $21,497 | $1,703,400 | $1,020,000 | $683,400 |
| 2022 | $20,479 | $1,670,000 | $1,000,000 | $670,000 |
| 2021 | $15,621 | $1,221,971 | $680,169 | $541,802 |
| 2020 | $15,364 | $1,209,450 | $673,200 | $536,250 |
| 2019 | $13,920 | $1,097,500 | $660,000 | $437,500 |
| 2018 | $10,466 | $753,245 | $487,012 | $266,233 |
| 2017 | $10,269 | $738,476 | $477,463 | $261,013 |
| 2016 | $9,554 | $723,999 | $468,103 | $255,896 |
| 2015 | $9,389 | $713,128 | $461,074 | $252,054 |
| 2014 | $8,792 | $699,159 | $452,043 | $247,116 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Kevin McGinnis
Seller's Agent in 2021
Kevin McGinnis
Compass
(415) 725-1911
13 in this area
122 Total Sales
-
Erin McGinnis
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Erin McGinnis
Compass
(415) 725-1940
13 in this area
120 Total Sales
-
Rick Van Der Wal
Buyer's Agent in 2021
Rick Van Der Wal
Compass
(415) 306-4106
1 in this area
52 Total Sales
-
Judy Smith
Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2021
Judy Smith
Golden Gate Sotheby's
(415) 461-7200
1 in this area
49 Total Sales
-
Henry Hautau
Seller's Agent in 2018
Henry Hautau
Compass
(415) 345-7640
11 in this area
100 Total Sales
-
Amy Diller
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018
Amy Diller
Coldwell Banker Realty
(415) 716-1659
9 in this area
135 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)
MLS Number: 321070936
APN: 141-321-20
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