NOT LISTED FOR SALE

539 Bret Harte Rd San Rafael, CA 94901

Picnic Valley Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $1,470,000 - $1,844,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,932 Sq Ft
$817/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 25, 2021

Last sale price $1,450,000 $751 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $9,995/month

48 Days on Market

Highlights

  • View of Hills
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Outdoor Kitchen
  • Terra Linda High School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Window or Skylight in Bathroom

About This Home

As of October 2021

A delightful surprise is located behind the unassuming fenced frontage of this beautiful residence. Sited on a private cul-de-sac with a 10,000 sq ft landscaped lot, this special home offers a peaceful retreat with a country feel. It is easily accessed yet tucked away, within minutes of desired conveniences and commuting ease. The spacious entry courtyard welcomes you, providing one of the two outdoor living spaces on this property. The main level of the home has a living room with fireplace, kitchen and primary bedroom with en suite bath. Three additional bedrooms and a full bath are downstairs as well as a laundry area and extra storage. The current owner has transformed the rear yard into a spectacular oasis. It is professionally landscaped, has night time illumination and is fully-fenced. There are 3 stone, terraced patios, BBQ island, mature trees, vines, and other plantings in a perfect setting for private enjoyment or entertaining.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sharron Daeley

Coldwell Banker Realty License #01020171 Listed on: 07/28/2021

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Non-Member 999999

Non-member Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $20,290

Year Built

  • Built in 1971

Lot Details

  • 10,000 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back and Front Yard Fenced
  • Landscaped
  • Irregular Lot
  • Backyard Sprinklers

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Property Views

  • Hills
  • Valley

Home Design

  • Side-by-Side
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Combination Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Tar and Gravel Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,932 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Awning
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Storage

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Stone Bathroom Countertops
  • Dual Vanity Sinks in Primary Bathroom
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower
  • Window or Skylight in Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • 220 Volts In Laundry

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Deck
  • Patio
  • Outdoor Kitchen
  • Built-In Barbecue

Utilities

  • Central Heating
  • Internet Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 013-142-04

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$20,290

Year Built

Built in 1971

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling, Skylight(s), Storage Area(s)
  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Directions To Property: SOUTHBOUND: US-101 S Take Central San Rafael exit Right onto 3rd St. Left on Lindaro St. Continue onto Woodland Ave Turn right onto Bungalow Ave. Turn left onto La Loma Ct Turn left onto Bret Harte Rd NORTHBOUND: US-101 N Take Central San Rafael exit Left onto 3rd St. Left on Lindaro St. Continue onto Woodland Ave Turn right onto Bungalow Ave. Turn left onto La Loma Ct Turn left onto Bret Harte Rd
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.2296
  • Stories: 2
  • Levels: Two
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Hood Over Range, Microwave
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Skylight/Solar Tube
  • Master Bedroom Features: Outside Access
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Skylight(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Price Per Square Foot: 750.52
  • Square Footage: 1932
  • Bathroom Features: Low-Flow Toilet(s), Shower Stall(s), Stone, Tub w/Shower Over
  • Bathrooms: 2.00
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Living Room
  • Kitchen Features: Granite Counter
  • Lower Level: Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s)
  • Main Level: Full Bath(s), Garage, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Street Entrance

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood, Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Combination, Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Auto Sprinkler Rear, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Shape Irregular
  • Roof: Tar/Gravel
  • ExteriorFeatures: BBQ Built-In, Kitchen
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Front Yard, Full
  • Patio And Porch Features: Awning, Covered Deck, Uncovered Patio
  • Pool: No
  • Spa: No
  • View: Hills, Valley

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Side-by-Side
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Paved Driveway, Paved Sidewalk

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
  • Security Features: Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: All Public, Internet Available
  • Water Source: Public, Water District
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Laundry Closet, Washer Included

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No
  • Senior Community: No

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 013-142-04
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10000

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1971

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 19, 2021
Sold by
Salomon Magali and The Magali Salomon Living Trus
Bought by
Fong Richard
Current Estimated Value
$1,578,652

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,160,000
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 11, 2021
Sold by
Salomon Magali
Bought by
Salomon Magali and The Magali Salomon Living Trus

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 30, 2019
Sold by
Smalling Green James William
Bought by
Salomon Magali

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 2015
Sold by
Friedman Daniel M and Friedman Kathleen Marie
Bought by
Green James William Smalling and Salomon Magali

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$772,000
Interest Rate
4.05%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 25, 2015
Sold by
Friedman Estates Llc
Bought by
Friedman Daniel M and Friedman Kathleen Marie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$772,000
Interest Rate
4.05%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 27, 2012
Sold by
Friedman Daniel M and Friedman Kathleen Marie
Bought by
Friedman Estates Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 23, 1999
Sold by
Friedman Daniel M and Friedman Kathleen M
Bought by
Friedman Daniel M and Friedman Kathleen Marie
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
Fong Richard $1,450,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Salomon Magali -- None Available
Salomon Magali $158,500 None Available
Green James William Smalling $965,000 Stewart Title
Friedman Daniel M $17,500 Old Republic Title Company
Friedman Estates Llc -- None Available
Friedman Daniel M -- None Available
Friedman Daniel M -- None Available
Friedman Daniel M -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Fong Richard $1,160,000
Previous Owner Green James William Smalling $772,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/25/2021 10/25/21 Sold $1,450,000 0.0% $751 / Sq Ft
09/14/2021 09/14/21 Pending -- -- --
07/28/2021 07/28/21 For Sale $1,450,000 -- $751 / 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 $20,290 $1,538,740 $955,080 $583,660
2024 $20,290 $1,508,580 $936,360 $572,220
2023 $19,991 $1,479,000 $918,000 $561,000
2022 $18,857 $1,450,000 $900,000 $550,000
2021 $15,379 $1,157,016 $693,303 $463,713
2020 $15,828 $1,195,154 $736,195 $458,959
2019 $14,110 $1,068,935 $610,190 $458,745
2018 $13,864 $1,038,905 $598,230 $440,675
2017 $12,907 $982,260 $586,500 $395,760
2016 $12,481 $963,000 $575,000 $388,000
2015 $5,344 $350,126 $105,583 $244,543
2014 -- $343,269 $103,515 $239,754
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sharron Daeley

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Sharron Daeley

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (415) 377-0305

    1 in this area

    20 Total Sales

    Sharron Daeley
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    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Non-Member 999999

    Non-member Office

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Map

Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 321064094

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 013-142-04

California Marin County San Rafael 94901 Picnic Valley

539 Bret Harte Rd, San Rafael, CA

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