NOT LISTED FOR SALE

47 Porteous Ave Fairfax, CA 94930

Fairfax Area

Estimated Value: $1,073,553

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,180 Sq Ft
$910/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: May 29, 2026

Last sale price $1,050,000 $890 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,738 / mo

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • View of Hills
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Manor Elementary School Rated A-
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of May 2026

Super premium location in the flats of Fairfax's Deer Park neighborhood on a street-to-street lot! This vintage Craftsman bungalow features soaring cathedral ceilings and wood floors, with a spacious living room, open kitchen, and separate family room offering flexible living and entertaining space. A fireplace adds warmth on cool evenings. The updated kitchen features stone and butcher block counters and a breakfast bar. There is a large deck off of the family room and kitchen for seamless 3-season indoor/outdoor living. The expansive level backyard provides many possibilities with all-day, all year sun, perfect for gardening and playing. There is an attached 1-car garage with bonus storage above, and a recently updated Class A fire-rated roof. Located just a few flat blocks to downtown Fairfax's restaurants, shopping and live music. Deer Park is at the end of the street for quick access to the epic Fairfax and Mt. Tam trail system, excellent for hikers and bikers. The perfect home base for your active Marin lifestyle!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Blaine Morris

Compass License #01395592 Listed on: 04/24/2026

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Jodi Spagna

Compass License #02078882

Compass

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 4,500 Sq Ft Lot
  • Southwest Facing Home
  • Wood Fence
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Front Facing Garage

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Bungalow
  • Composition Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,180 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Kitchen and Living
  • Wood Flooring
  • Views of Hills
  • Butcher Block Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Front Porch

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Central Heating
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Internet Available
  • Cable TV Available

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

4,500 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s)
  • Type: Residential
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1033
  • Stories: 1
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Bungalow, Craftsman
  • Reso Window Features: Dual Pane Partial
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • View: Hills
  • Co List Office Mls Id: 7A2446
  • Directions: Take Bolinas south from downtown Fairfax. After second stop sign, take next left onto Porteous and the veer right and continue on Porteous
  • Living Area: 1180
  • Power Production Type: None
  • RoomLivingRoomFeatures: Cathedral/Vaulted
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • RoomKitchenFeatures: Butcher Block Counters, Kitchen/Family Combo, Stone Counters

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Curb(s), Landscape Back, Landscape Front
  • Roof: Composition
  • Fencing: Wood
  • Patio And Porch Features: Back Porch, Front Porch, Uncovered Deck
  • Direction Faces: Southwest

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Faces Front
  • Garage Spaces: 1

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Internet Available, Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Laundry Closet, Washer Included

Schools

  • Middle/Junior School District: Ross Valley
  • Junior High Dist: Tamalpais Union

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4500
  • Land Lease: No

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1920

Multi Family

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 24, 2026
Closed on
May 22, 2026
Sold by
Spencer Kara and Asper Paul D
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Blaine Morris
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Jodi Spagna
Compass
List Price
$1,047,000
Sold Price
$1,050,000
Premium/Discount to List
$3,000
0.29%
Views
25
Current Estimated Value
$1,073,553

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$23,553
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.67%
Original Mortgage
$840,000
Outstanding Balance
$837,541
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$236,012

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 4, 2012
Sold by
Vavrek Karl and Vavrek Carolyn
Bought by
Spencer Kara L and Asper Paul D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$440,000
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 5, 2007
Sold by
Vavrek Karl and Vavrek Carolyn
Bought by
Vavrek Karl and Vavrek Carolyn

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 16, 2001
Sold by
Kelly Patrick J and Kelly Laura M
Bought by
Vavrek Karl and Vavrek Carolyn

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$408,000
Interest Rate
7.09%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 17, 1995
Sold by
Hoeber Michael and Hoeber Katrina S
Bought by
Kelly Patrick J and Kelly Laura M
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$1,050,000 Old Republic Title
Spencer Kara L $599,000 Stewart Title Of California
Vavrek Karl -- None Available
Vavrek Karl $510,000 Old Republic Title Company
Kelly Patrick J $286,000 First American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $840,000
Previous Owner Spencer Kara L $438,000
Previous Owner Spencer Kara L $440,000
Previous Owner Vavrek Karl $100,000
Previous Owner Vavrek Karl $340,100
Previous Owner Vavrek Karl $405,400
Previous Owner Vavrek Karl $404,808
Previous Owner Vavrek Karl $408,000
Previous Owner Kelly Patrick J $48,000
Previous Owner Kelly Patrick J $270,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/29/2026 05/29/26 Sold $1,050,000 +0.3% $890 / Sq Ft
05/01/2026 05/01/26 Pending -- -- --
04/24/2026 04/24/26 For Sale $1,047,000 -- $887 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

Tax History

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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
2026 $12,481 $757,129 $549,591 $207,538
2025 $12,481 $742,289 $538,819 $203,470
2024 $12,047 $727,738 $528,257 $199,481
2023 $11,884 $713,472 $517,901 $195,571
2022 $11,728 $699,483 $507,747 $191,736
2021 $11,458 $685,772 $497,794 $187,978
2020 $11,294 $678,745 $492,693 $186,052
2019 $10,985 $665,441 $483,036 $182,405
2018 $10,573 $652,398 $473,568 $178,830
2017 $10,359 $639,609 $464,285 $175,324
2016 $9,907 $627,067 $455,181 $171,886
2015 $9,874 $617,653 $448,347 $169,306
2014 $9,435 $605,556 $439,566 $165,990
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 326034026

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 002-042-02

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