Seller's Agent in 2025
Eric Mcfarland
The Agency
(917) 685-8369
6 in this area
91 Total Sales
64 Shell Rd Mill Valley, CA 94941
Sycamore Park Neighborhood
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,299
Sq Ft
0.31
Acres
Highlights
- Newly Remodeled
- 0.31 Acre Lot
- Retreat
- Mill Valley Middle School Rated A
- View of Hills
- Enclosed Parking
About This Home
As of April 2025Welcome to 64 Shell Road in Mill Valley, a custom home designed by renowned architect Jonathan Feldman and featured in Dwell Magazine. Completed in 2015, this modern yet timeless residence blends organic materials Western Red Cedar, Douglas Fir, steel, concrete, and plaster for seamless indoor-outdoor living. Set behind an automatic gate on a sunny, level lot, the home features floor-to-ceiling glass panels, radiant-heated concrete floors, and black walnut cabinetry throughout. The open-concept main level connects kitchen, dining, and living areas, with soapstone counters, a custom steel hood, and designer tile work. A media room, library, and custom homework desk add versatile living spaces. Upstairs, a steel-and-wood bridge links the vaulted primary suite with cedar ceilings, walk-in closet, and Fireclay Tile bath to two additional bedrooms with sleeping lofts, built-ins, and a shared bath. The detached casita echoes the main home's materials and includes a kitchenette, full bath, living room, and lofted bedroom. Outdoor highlights include lush landscaping by Robert Trachtenberg, veggie beds, mature trees, a cedar sauna, hidden trampoline, and EV-ready garage.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $34,270
Year Built
- Built in 2015 | Newly Remodeled
Lot Details
- 0.31 Acre Lot
- Landscaped
- Sprinkler System
- Low Maintenance Yard
- Garden
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Enclosed Parking
- Garage Door Opener
- Auto Driveway Gate
Home Design
- Side-by-Side
- Concrete Foundation
- Metal Roof
Interior Spaces
- 3,299 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Views of Hills
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Retreat
- Primary Bedroom Upstairs
- Bathroom on Main Level
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Radiant Heating System
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 033-091-28
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 1, 2025
Closed on
Apr 15, 2025
Sold by
Paluska Family Trust and Paluska John
Bought by
Choose Adventure Llc
Seller's Agent
Eric Mcfarland
The Agency
Buyer's Agent
Whitney Potter
Own Marin
List Price
$6,700,000
Sold Price
$6,700,000
Views
2
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$554,228
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-22.01%
Original Mortgage
$4,000,000
Outstanding Balance
$3,989,093
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$2,091,848
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 22, 2015
Sold by
Paluska John R and Paluska Rachel
Bought by
The Paluska Family Trust and Paluska Rachel Grace
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$500,000
Interest Rate
3.83%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 18, 2013
Sold by
Paluska John and Paluska Rachel
Bought by
Paluska John R and Paluska Rachel
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$749,250
Interest Rate
3.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 5, 2013
Sold by
Cornish Louis E and The Louis E Cornish & Thelma C
Bought by
Paluska John and Paluska Rachel
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$749,250
Interest Rate
3.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 28, 2005
Sold by
Cornish Louis E and Cornish Thelma
Bought by
Cornish Louis E and Cornish Thelma
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 16, 2003
Sold by
Cornish Thelma I M
Bought by
Cornish Thelma and The Thelma Cornish Revocable T
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 8, 1995
Sold by
Cornish Thelma and Pulliam Thelma I
Bought by
Cornish Thelma I M
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $6,700,000 | Old Republic Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Stewart Title Of Ca Inc | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Grant Deed | $999,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $4,000,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $1,000,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $500,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $749,250 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $895,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $544,185 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/24/2025 04/24/25 | Sold | $6,700,000 | 0.0% | $2,031 / Sq Ft |
| 04/02/2025 04/02/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/01/2025 04/01/25 | For Sale | $6,700,000 | -- | $2,031 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $34,270 | $2,664,680 | $892,011 | $1,772,669 |
| 2024 | $34,270 | $2,612,442 | $874,524 | $1,737,918 |
| 2023 | $33,782 | $2,561,223 | $857,377 | $1,703,846 |
| 2022 | $32,691 | $2,511,008 | $840,571 | $1,670,437 |
| 2021 | $32,210 | $2,461,783 | $824,091 | $1,637,692 |
| 2020 | $32,112 | $2,436,552 | $815,645 | $1,620,907 |
| 2019 | $31,325 | $2,388,792 | $799,657 | $1,589,135 |
| 2018 | $30,936 | $2,341,964 | $783,981 | $1,557,983 |
| 2017 | $29,924 | $2,296,045 | $768,609 | $1,527,436 |
| 2016 | $27,317 | $2,251,035 | $753,542 | $1,497,493 |
| 2015 | $16,012 | $1,257,227 | $742,227 | $515,000 |
| 2014 | -- | $1,003,535 | $703,178 | $300,357 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Eric Mcfarland
-
Whitney Potter
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Whitney Potter
Own Marin
(415) 640-8671
20 in this area
631 Total Sales
Map
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)
MLS Number: 325025819
APN: 033-091-28
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