NOT LISTED FOR SALE

478 Montecito Ave Corte Madera, CA 94925

Estimated Value: $1,362,000 - $1,541,012

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,232 Sq Ft
$1,185/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 05, 2022

Last sale price $1,480,000 $1,201 Per Sq Ft

Est. 1% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,845/month

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Central Heating
  • Neil Cummins Elementary School Rated A
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

About This Home

As of May 2022

This 3 bedroom, 1 bath mid-century bungalow is in a quiet neighborhood....a nature lover's paradise close to hiking trails and the bike path to Larkspur and beyond. The good sized private yard often hosts a large array of birds and wildlife. The living room and spacious dining area feature hardwood floors and a cozy fireplace. The back patio with built-in benches is perfect for outdoor relaxation and entertaining. This good weather location is convenient for commuting and for enjoying the fine restaurants and shops of Corte Madera and Larkspur. Bring your imagination to update this retreat to your own liking and needs. The 9326 sq ft lot allows for expansion. This is the rare opportunity in a desirable neighborhood that you have been waiting for. The discerning buyer will achieve an enhanced lifestyle here and ultimately financial rewards.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Paul Bragstad

Compass License #00823526 Listed on: 03/30/2022

Compass

Co-Listed By

Suzanne Shelhart

Compass License #00460426

Last Buyer's Agent

Laura and Kristin

Compass License #01226087

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,824

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • 9,326 Sq Ft Lot
  • Private Lot

Home Design

  • Fixer Upper
  • Tar and Gravel Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,232 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Electric Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Laminate Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Parking

  • 1 Open Parking Space
  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • 1 Carport Space

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 025-192-26

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,824

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Directions To Property: 101 to Tamalpais, becomes Redwood, left on Montecito
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2141
  • Stories: 1
  • Levels: One
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free Standing Electric Oven
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Dining Room Features: Dining/Living Combo
  • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1201.30
  • Square Footage: 1232.00
  • Bathroom Features: Tub w/Shower Over
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room
  • Kitchen Features: Laminate Counter
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Street Entrance

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Private
  • Property Condition: Fixer, Original
  • Roof: Tar/Gravel

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Covered, Uncovered Parking Space
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00
  • Carport Spaces: 1.00
  • OpenParkingSpaces: 1.00
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Paved Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Natural Gas Available
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, In Kitchen, Washer Included

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 025-192-26
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9326.00

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1953

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 17, 1993
Sold by
Tidy Reginald Tom
Bought by
Tidy Reginald T
Total Days on Market
6
Current Estimated Value
$1,459,503

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 8, 1993
Sold by
Tidy Reginald T
Bought by
Whelan Q Nicholas
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Tidy Reginald T -- --
Whelan Q Nicholas $271,500 First American
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Whelan Nicholas $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/05/2022 05/05/22 Sold $1,480,000 +23.3% $1,201 / Sq Ft
04/05/2022 04/05/22 Pending -- -- --
03/30/2022 03/30/22 For Sale $1,200,000 -- $974 / 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
2024 $19,824 $1,539,271 $1,040,400 $498,871
2023 $19,209 $1,509,090 $1,020,000 $489,090
2022 $7,208 $431,611 $240,229 $191,382
2021 $5,721 $423,149 $235,519 $187,630
2020 $5,730 $418,813 $233,106 $185,707
2019 $5,436 $410,601 $228,535 $182,066
2018 $5,428 $402,552 $224,055 $178,497
2017 $5,451 $394,661 $219,663 $174,998
2016 $5,242 $386,923 $215,356 $171,567
2015 $5,265 $381,112 $212,122 $168,990
2014 $5,041 $373,647 $207,967 $165,680
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • P

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Paul Bragstad

    Compass

    (415) 383-1900

    3 in this area

    30 Total Sales

    Paul Bragstad
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  • Suzanne Shelhart

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2022

    Suzanne Shelhart

    Compass

    (415) 613-0100

    3 in this area

    24 Total Sales

    Suzanne Shelhart
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  • L

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Laura and Kristin

    Compass

    (415) 819-7472

    8 in this area

    80 Total Sales

    Laura and Kristin
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Map

Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 322027350

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 025-192-26

California Marin County Corte Madera 94925

478 Montecito Ave, Corte Madera, CA

This home is located at 478 Montecito Ave, Corte Madera, CA 94925 since 30 March 2022 and is currently estimated at $1,459,503, approximately $1,184 per square foot. This property was built in 1953. 478 Montecito Ave is a home located in Marin County with nearby schools including Neil Cummins Elementary School, The Cove School, and Hall Middle School.

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