NOT LISTED FOR SALE

53 Olive Ave Larkspur, CA 94939

Madrone Canyon Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $2,226,000 - $2,480,526

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,626 Sq Ft
$1,424/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 02, 2023

Last sale price $2,240,000 $1,378 Per Sq Ft

Est. 3% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $14,908/month

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Neil Cummins Elementary School Rated A
  • Spanish Architecture
  • Living Room with Attached Deck

About This Home

As of August 2023

Nestled amidst breathtaking scenery, this delightful 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offers an idyllic retreat in one of the most coveted locations in Marin. As you step inside, a spacious living room boasts large multi-paned windows and an abundance of natural light, while a cozy fireplace provides a focal point for relaxation during colder evenings and family gatherings. Outside, a serene backyard oasis awaits. Warm evenings can be enjoyed dining al fresco on the patio or lounging on the hammock or view deck while reveling in the serenity of the surrounding nature. With its ideal in-the-flats location, tranquil surroundings, and close proximity to the best of downtown Larkspur, 53 Olive offers a truly remarkable living experience. Don't miss the chance to make this peaceful spot your own and embrace the harmonious blend of nature, convenience, and community. Located in one of the most sought-after locations in Marin, 53 Olive is an easy and beautiful walk to vibrant restaurants, local cafs, chic shopping, world-class hiking and biking trails, neighborhood parks, award-winning schools, and a quick commute to San Francisco. Surrounded by nature, yet in this incredibly convenient location, 53 Olive really is the perfect place to live the quintessential Marin lifestyle.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Whitney Potter

Own Marin License #01468633 Listed on: 07/10/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Mike Hood

Compass License #01402536

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $28,713

Year Built

  • Built in 1928 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 4,508 Sq Ft Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Sprinkler System

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces

Home Design

  • Spanish Architecture
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,626 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Attached Deck
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Butlers Pantry
  • Free-Standing Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Tile Bathroom Countertop
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Central Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 021-054-19

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$28,713

Year Built

Built in 1928 | Remodeled

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Open Beam Ceiling
  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Directions To Property: Magnolia Avenue to Madrone Ave, Right on Olive - Please DO NOT PARK ACROSS STREET AS THAT IS NEIGHBOR'S LAND
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1035
  • Stories: 2
  • Levels: Two
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Spanish
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free Standing Gas Range, Hood Over Range
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Master Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s), Tile
  • Master Bedroom Features: Balcony, Closet
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Living Room Features: Deck Attached, Open Beam Ceiling, View
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Price Per Square Foot: 1377.61
  • Square Footage: 1626.00
  • Bathroom Features: Tub w/Shower Over
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Other
  • Kitchen Features: Butlers Pantry, Tile Counter
  • Lower Level: Bedroom(s), Family Room, Full Bath(s), Street Entrance
  • Main Level: Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Street Entrance

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood
  • Lot Features: Auto Sprinkler F&R, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Other
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

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

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 021-054-19
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4508.00

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1928

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 10, 2023
Closed on
Jul 25, 2023
Sold by
Tilley Christopher and Tilley Sharon
Bought by
Marshall Sean Christopher and Coren Marissa Sharon
Seller's Agent
Whitney Potter
Own Marin
Buyer's Agent
Mike Hood
Compass
List Price
$2,095,000
Sold Price
$2,240,000
Premium/Discount to List
$145,000
6.92%
Views
15
Current Estimated Value
$2,314,882

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$74,882
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.57%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 4, 2011
Sold by
Tilley Christopher and Tilley Sharon
Bought by
Tilley Christopher and Tilley Sharon

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$456,000
Interest Rate
4.84%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 21, 1999
Sold by
Dunham Andrew B
Bought by
Tilley Christopher and Hatcher Sharon

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$532,000
Interest Rate
7.5%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 26, 1996
Sold by
Elwell Jeffery S and Elwell Jeff S
Bought by
Dunham Andrew B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,000
Interest Rate
7.87%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 25, 1996
Sold by
Dunham Lorena
Bought by
Dunham Andrew B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,000
Interest Rate
7.87%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 5, 1996
Sold by
The City Of Larkspur
Bought by
Elwell Jeff and Elwell Margaret

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 8, 1996
Sold by
Jegen Rachel I and Wright Charles W
Bought by
Elwell Jeffery S and Elwell Margarette Y
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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
Marshall Sean Christopher $2,240,000 Fidelity National Title Compan
Tilley Christopher -- Fidelity National Title Co
Tilley Christopher $665,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Dunham Andrew B $185,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Dunham Andrew B -- Fidelity National Title Co
Elwell Jeff -- Fidelity National Title
Elwell Jeffery S $1,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Tilley Christopher $429,000
Previous Owner Tilley Christopher $456,000
Previous Owner Tilley Christopher M $513,800
Previous Owner Tilley Christopher $532,000
Previous Owner Dunham Andrew B $225,000
Previous Owner Dunham Andrew B $130,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/02/2023 08/02/23 Sold $2,240,000 +6.9% $1,378 / Sq Ft
07/20/2023 07/20/23 Pending -- -- --
07/10/2023 07/10/23 For Sale $2,095,000 -- $1,288 / 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 $28,713 $2,284,800 $1,377,000 $907,800
2024 $28,713 $2,240,000 $1,350,000 $890,000
2023 $15,257 $1,039,537 $518,500 $521,037
2022 $15,031 $1,019,159 $508,335 $510,824
2021 $14,701 $999,180 $498,370 $500,810
2020 $14,578 $988,940 $493,263 $495,677
2019 $13,965 $969,553 $483,593 $485,960
2018 $13,471 $950,546 $474,112 $476,434
2017 $13,191 $931,911 $464,818 $467,093
2016 $12,605 $913,643 $455,706 $457,937
2015 $12,384 $899,920 $448,861 $451,059
2014 $11,801 $882,292 $440,069 $442,223
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Whitney Potter

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Whitney Potter

    Own Marin

    (415) 640-8671

    9 in this area

    628 Total Sales

    Whitney Potter
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  • Mike Hood

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Mike Hood

    Compass

    (415) 710-9976

    1 in this area

    91 Total Sales

    Mike Hood
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Map

Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 323047409

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 021-054-19

California Marin County Larkspur 94939 Madrone Canyon

53 Olive Ave, Larkspur, CA

This home is located at 53 Olive Ave, Larkspur, CA 94939 since 10 July 2023 and is currently estimated at $2,314,882, approximately $1,423 per square foot. This property was built in 1928. 53 Olive 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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