$3,050,000
SOLD MAY 9, 2025

401 Eldridge Ave Mill Valley, CA 94941

Blithedale Canyon Neighborhood
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,440 Sq Ft
8,050 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$887 Per Sq Ft

7% Below List Price

14 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Wood Flooring
  • Mill Valley Middle School Rated A
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Breakfast Area or Nook

About This Home

As of May 2025

Nestled in serene Blithedale Canyon, this thoughtfully designed 3 BD, 2.5 BA home offers peaceful living minutes from downtown Mill Valley and hiking trails. Situated on a unique street-to-street lot with private walkway to W. Blithedale, it blends natural charm with modern convenience. Step into the welcoming entryway overlooking a stunning living room featuring cathedral ceilings, skylights, and a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace. Rich hardwood floors flow through main living spaces, including a spacious kitchen with stainless appliances, breakfast area, and adjacent family room. A dedicated office and pantry next to the family room offer extra flexibility. The main level's expansive deck, accessible from both the living and dining room, is ideal for indoor-outdoor living, entertaining, or relaxing in the tranquil canyon setting. The entry-level primary suite is a true sanctuary, featuring its own fireplace, sitting area, dual walk-in closets, and a remodeled spa-like bath. The lower level includes two additional BDs, each accessing the second private deck, space for a potential fourth BD, and a newly remodeled full BA. Additional highlights:2 car garage w/new epoxy floors & steps, abundant storage and a location combining privacy with easy access to all Mill Valley offers.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Barbara Major

Golden Gate Sotheby's License #00808665 Listed on: 04/10/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Beth Brody

Compass License #00657511

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1989 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 8,050 Sq Ft Lot
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Side-by-Side

Interior Spaces

  • 3,440 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Attached Deck
  • Formal Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Built-In Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Sitting Area In Primary Bedroom
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Upstairs
  • Dual Closets
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Dual Sinks
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Central Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 027-051-08

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1989 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight(s)
  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Directions To Property: W. Blithedale Ave, Right on King St., Left on Eldridge Ave.
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1848
  • Stories: 3
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Disposal, Free Standing Refrigerator, Gas Cook Top, Hood Over Range
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 2
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Dining Room Features: Formal Room
  • Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Deck Attached, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Square Footage: 3440.00
  • Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Tub w/Shower Over
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area
  • Room Type: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
  • Lower Level: Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s)
  • Main Level: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Partial Bath(s)
  • PrimaryBedroomFeatures: Sitting Area, Sitting Room, Walk-In Closet 2+

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Landscape Back, Landscape Misc
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Patio And Porch Features: Uncovered Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Facing Front, Side-by-Side
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Inside Room, Washer Included

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 027-051-08
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8050.00

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1989

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 10, 2025
Closed on
May 6, 2025
Sold by
Geddes/Lessner 2011 Trust and Geddes Patrick D
Bought by
Naporano Andrew Joseph and Naporano Lindsay C
Seller's Agent
Barbara Major
Golden Gate Sotheby's
Buyer's Agent
Beth Brody
Compass
List Price
$3,295,000
Sold Price
$3,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$245,000
-7.44%
Views
7
Current Estimated Value
$3,095,905

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$45,905
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.40%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 7, 2014
Sold by
Geddes Patrick D and Lessner Ivy L
Bought by
Geddes/Lessner 2011 Trust and Lessner Ivy L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,254,500
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 2014
Sold by
Didonato David C and Didonato Karen J
Bought by
Geddes Patrick D and Lessner Ivy L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,254,500
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 8, 2011
Sold by
Didonato David C and Didonato Karen J
Bought by
Didonato David C and Didonato Karen J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,102,200
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 14, 2011
Sold by
Didonato Family Trust and Didonato David C
Bought by
Didonato David C and Didonato Karen J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 8, 2010
Sold by
Didonato David Christian and Didonato Karen Joy
Bought by
Didonato David C and Didonato Karen J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 27, 2010
Sold by
Dahl Mathew David and Dahl Stephanie
Bought by
Didonato David Christian and Didonato Karen Joy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,116,000
Interest Rate
5.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 9, 2006
Sold by
Rosenberg Kenneth H and Dilley Deborah K
Bought by
Dahl Mathew David and Dahl Stephanie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$176,500
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 5, 2001
Sold by
Dilley Deborah K and Rosenberg Kenneth H
Bought by
Rosenberg Kenneth H and Dilley Deborah K

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 14, 1998
Sold by
Parker Craig C and Parker Diana
Bought by
Rosenberg Kenneth H and Dilley Deborah K

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$668,000
Interest Rate
6.92%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 1997
Sold by
Lombardi Gabriella A
Bought by
Joseph Jonathan D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$79,400
Interest Rate
7.44%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 16, 1997
Sold by
Joseph Jonathan D
Bought by
Parker Craig C and Parker Diana

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$79,400
Interest Rate
7.44%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 14, 1995
Sold by
Joseph Katherine L
Bought by
Joseph Jonathan D
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $3,050,000 First American Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $1,930,000 Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $1,395,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Grant Deed $1,765,000 First American Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $835,000 First American Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Co
Grant Deed $794,000 First American Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Lawyers Title Insurance Corp
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,254,500 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $1,102,200 New Conventional
Previous Owner $1,116,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $176,500 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $1,412,000 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $668,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $79,400 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $635,200 No Value Available
Closed $83,500 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/09/2025 05/09/25 Sold $3,050,000 -1.6% $887 / Sq Ft
04/24/2025 04/24/25 Pending -- -- --
04/16/2025 04/16/25 Price Changed $3,100,000 -5.9% $901 / Sq Ft
04/10/2025 04/10/25 For Sale $3,295,000 -- $958 / 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 $30,064 $2,317,089 $961,448 $1,355,641
2024 $29,231 $2,271,666 $942,600 $1,329,066
2023 $28,935 $2,227,129 $924,120 $1,303,009
2022 $27,664 $2,183,460 $906,000 $1,277,460
2021 $27,306 $2,140,658 $888,240 $1,252,418
2020 $27,373 $2,118,717 $879,136 $1,239,581
2019 $26,286 $2,077,188 $861,904 $1,215,284
2018 $25,884 $2,036,469 $845,008 $1,191,461
2017 $25,283 $1,996,540 $828,440 $1,168,100
2016 $23,964 $1,957,402 $812,200 $1,145,202
2015 $23,787 $1,928,000 $800,000 $1,128,000
2014 $21,926 $1,520,138 $737,086 $783,052
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Barbara Major

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Barbara Major

    Golden Gate Sotheby's

    (415) 999-9706

    6 in this area

    69 Total Sales

    Barbara Major
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  • Beth Brody

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Beth Brody

    Compass

    (408) 741-1111

    24 in this area

    130 Total Sales

    Beth Brody
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Map

Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 325029835

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 027-051-08

California Marin County Mill Valley 94941 Blithedale Canyon

401 Eldridge Ave, Mill Valley, CA

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