$1,325,000
SOLD JUL 8, 2025

475 4th St Montara, CA 94037

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,100 Sq Ft
5,001 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,205 Per Sq Ft

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Wood Flooring
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Granite Countertops
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of July 2025

Welcome to 475 4th Street, where coastal living meets everyday adventure! This move-in ready 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-story home offers captivating ocean and mountain views in the heart of Montara. You'll also enjoy easy access to Montara State Beach, McNee Ranch trails, and Farallone View Elementary School. Step into the private, fenced front patio - perfect for sunny afternoons, outdoor dining, and relaxed entertaining. Imagine starting your mornings on the generous deck, coffee in hand, as the sun rises over the Santa Cruz Mountains. Inside, vaulted ceilings with exposed beams, wood floors, and abundant natural light offer a warm and welcoming atmosphere. A dual-sided wood-burning fireplace exudes cozy ambiance in both the living room and the primary suite. This home was recently repainted and re-roofed, ready for its new owners and their next chapter. Whether you're seeking a fantastic vacation retreat, a first home, or the perfect place to downsize, this single-level gem offers comfort, character, and convenience. Live the Montara lifestyle where beach walks, mountain hikes, and small-town charm are just outside your door. Known for its incredibly friendly community and legendary Halloween celebrations, Montara is a place where neighbors become lifelong friends.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Stephanie Sills

Compass License #02060529 Listed on: 06/11/2025

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Lucy Gillies

Ocean Element Real Estate License #02074053

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • 5,001 Sq Ft Lot
  • Fenced
  • Zoning described as R10006

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Tar and Gravel Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,100 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Area
  • Wood Flooring
  • Laundry in Utility Room

Kitchen

  • Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Granite Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Bathtub

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 036-062-120

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1100
  • Incorporated: Yes
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Zoning Description: R10006
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: No Family Room
  • Fireplace: Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Wood Burning
  • Dining Room: Dining Area
  • Kitchen: Cooktop - Gas, Countertop - Granite, Hood Over Range, Oven - Gas, Refrigerator
  • Living Sq Ft: 1100
  • Stories: 1
  • Bedrooms: More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Primary Bedroom on Ground Floor, Walk-in Closet
  • Laundry: In Utility Room
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Tub
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Composition, Tar and Gravel
  • Fencing: Fenced

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage

Utilities

  • Heating System: Central Forced Air - Gas
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Open Beam Ceiling, Vaulted Ceiling, Walk-in Closet

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 036-062-120
  • Lot Acres: 0.1148
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 5000.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 5000.00

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Cabrillo Unified

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 11, 2025
Closed on
Jun 27, 2025
Sold by
Vella Family Trust and Vella Michael A
Bought by
Hubbard Peter George and Hubbard Katie Lynne
Seller's Agent
Stephanie Sills
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Lucy Gillies
Ocean Element Real Estate
List Price
$1,325,000
Sold Price
$1,325,000
Views
11
Current Estimated Value
$1,313,585

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$11,415
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.72%
Original Mortgage
$807,000
Outstanding Balance
$805,465
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$508,120

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 20, 2023
Sold by
Vella Michael A and Vella Lynn R
Bought by
Vella Family Trust and Vella

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 6, 2017
Sold by
Kowaleski Cass and Kowaleski Alice V
Bought by
Vella Michael A and Vella Lynn R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$299,000
Interest Rate
3.94%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 2000
Sold by
Kowaleski Cass V and Kowaleski Alice V
Bought by
Kowaleski Cass and Kowaleski Alice

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 8, 1996
Sold by
Kowaleski Cass and Kowaleski Alice V
Bought by
Kowaleski Cass and Kowaleski Alice

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$206,000
Interest Rate
7.01%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 2, 1995
Sold by
Kowaleski Cass and Kowaleski Alice V
Bought by
Kowaleski Cass and Kowaleski Alice

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 21, 1995
Sold by
Mcpherson Janet Lundy and Mcpherson James Edwin
Bought by
Kowaleski Cass and Kowaleski Alice

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$202,500
Interest Rate
7.62%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 15, 1993
Sold by
Mcpherson James Edwin and Mcpherson Janet Lundy
Bought by
Mcpherson James Edwin and Mcpherson Janet Lundy

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$238,450
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,325,000 Old Republic Title
Grant Deed -- None Listed On Document
Grant Deed $832,500 Lawyers Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Grant Deed $277,000 Old Republic Title Company
Individual Deed -- North American Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $807,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $299,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $206,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $202,500 Purchase Money Mortgage
Previous Owner $238,450 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/08/2025 07/08/25 Sold $1,325,000 0.0% $1,205 / Sq Ft
06/12/2025 06/12/25 Pending -- -- --
06/11/2025 06/11/25 For Sale $1,325,000 -- $1,205 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

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 $13,136 $947,239 $682,696 $264,543
2023 $13,136 $910,458 $656,187 $254,271
2022 $12,396 $892,607 $643,321 $249,286
2021 $12,237 $875,106 $630,707 $244,399
2020 $12,037 $866,133 $624,240 $241,893
2019 $11,503 $849,150 $612,000 $237,150
2018 $10,707 $832,500 $600,000 $232,500
2017 $5,369 $396,484 $198,242 $198,242
2016 $5,308 $388,710 $194,355 $194,355
2015 $5,201 $382,872 $191,436 $191,436
2014 $5,589 $375,374 $187,687 $187,687
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML82010216

MLSListings

APN: 036-062-120