NOT LISTED FOR SALE

538 Midvale Way Mill Valley, CA 94941

Tamalpais Valley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $3,259,000 - $3,779,180

5 Beds
4 Baths
3,544 Sq Ft
$962/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 25, 2021

Last sale price $2,650,000 $748 Per Sq Ft

Est. 29% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $20,802/month

79 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Trees or Woods
  • Craftsman Architecture
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Mill Valley Middle School Rated A
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Game Room

About This Home

As of February 2021

Live, play, work, and entertain within the design, privacy, and natural views of this large custom built, 5 BR/4BA home with rec room, on an acre lot close to both San Francisco and Marin's beaches, trails, schools, nightlife and culture. The main floor boasts a formal living-dining room with fantastic natural light and serene views, a fireplace, and access to the back patio and landscaped area: an ample informal dining area, a grand scale chef's kitchen and a large family room also featuring a fireplace and outside access; a large master bedroom with walk-in closet and en-suite bath; and a second bedroom or office with nearby bath. Upstairs is a welcoming hallway with a sitting area, a large rec room, a spacious laundry room, a full bathroom, and 3 additional bedrooms, with the largest having an additional en-suite bath and walk-in closet. The attached 3 car garage with built-in storage, along with all the various outdoor areas truly make this property a rare find!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Helen Luttemo

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01386035 Listed on: 12/05/2020

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Whitney Potter

Own Marin License #01468633

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Lot Details

  • 1.03

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Shared Driveway

Property Views

  • Woods
  • Ridge
  • Forest
  • Valley

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Shingle Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 3,544 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Game Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • 4 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 049-032-20

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Lot Details

1.03 Acres

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Directions To Property: Shoreline Hwy - Northern Ave - Brookline to Midway.
  • Stories: 2
  • Year Built Details: Unknown
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Contemporary, Craftsman, CUST
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Number Of Fireplaces: 3
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Full Bathrooms: 4
  • Price Per Square Foot: 747.74
  • Square Footage: 3544
  • Bathrooms: 4.00
  • Room Type: Den, Game Room
  • Lower Level: Garage
  • Main Level: BATH, Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Shingle Siding, Other
  • Pool: No
  • Spa: No
  • View: Forest, Ridge, Valley, Woods

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, GARG
  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Paved Driveway, Shared Driveway

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: All Public, PGEE
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Inside Room, Washer Included

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 049-032-20

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 5, 2020
Closed on
Feb 22, 2021
Sold by
Kessell David L and The David L Kessell Living Tru
Bought by
Churamani Vikram and Kapur Malika
Seller's Agent
Helen Luttemo
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Whitney Potter
Own Marin
List Price
$2,650,000
Sold Price
$2,650,000
Current Estimated Value
$3,409,545

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$759,545
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.19%
Original Mortgage
$1,850,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,654,622
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
Seller Take Back
Estimated Equity
$1,754,923

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 2013
Sold by
Kessell David L and Kessell Barbara J
Bought by
Kessell David L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$366,000
Interest Rate
3.51%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 2, 2004
Sold by
Kessell David L and Kessell Barbara J
Bought by
Kessell David L and Kessell Barbara J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$648,000
Interest Rate
5.8%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 5, 2002
Sold by
Kessell David L and Kessell Barbara J
Bought by
Kessell David L and Kessell Barbara J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$690,000
Interest Rate
6.37%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 10, 1997
Sold by
Kessell David L and Kessell Barbara J
Bought by
Kessell David L and Kessell Barbara J

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 14, 1997
Sold by
Weiss Company Inc
Bought by
Kessell David L and Kessell Barbara J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$712,550
Interest Rate
7.45%
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
Churamani Vikram $2,650,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Kessell David L -- Orange Coast Title
Kessell David L -- Fidelity National Title Co
Kessell David L -- First American Title
Kessell David L -- California Land Title Co
Kessell David L $891,000 California Land Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Churamani Vikram $1,850,000
Previous Owner Kessell David L $366,000
Previous Owner Kessell David L $648,000
Previous Owner Kessell David L $690,000
Previous Owner Kessell David L $712,550
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/25/2021 02/25/21 Sold $2,650,000 0.0% $748 / Sq Ft
02/22/2021 02/22/21 Pending -- -- --
12/05/2020 12/05/20 For Sale $2,650,000 -- $748 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

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 $39,497 $2,868,413 $1,785,993 $1,082,420
2024 $38,060 $2,812,180 $1,750,980 $1,061,200
2023 $37,282 $2,757,060 $1,716,660 $1,040,400
2022 $36,956 $2,703,000 $1,683,000 $1,020,000
2021 $21,117 $1,313,844 $516,274 $797,570
2020 $19,459 $1,300,376 $510,982 $789,394
2019 $18,716 $1,274,885 $500,965 $773,920
2018 $18,723 $1,249,892 $491,144 $758,748
2017 $17,311 $1,225,389 $481,516 $743,873
2016 $16,688 $1,201,366 $472,076 $729,290
2015 $16,393 $1,183,321 $464,985 $718,336
2014 $15,808 $1,160,145 $455,878 $704,267
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Helen Luttemo

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Helen Luttemo

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (415) 244-4414

    29 Total Sales

    Helen Luttemo
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Whitney Potter

    Own Marin

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Map

Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 22029149

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 049-032-20

California Marin County Mill Valley 94941 Tamalpais Valley

538 Midvale Way, Mill Valley, CA

Not Listed for Sale

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