$1,325,000
SOLD SEP 17, 2021
4 Beds
3 Baths
2,066 Sq Ft
1.21 Acres

Recently Sold

$641 Per Sq Ft

11% Below List Price

51 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1.21 Acre Lot
  • View of Hills
  • Engineered Wood Flooring
  • Vallecito Elementary School Rated A-
  • Jetted Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Window or Skylight in Bathroom

About This Home

As of September 2021

This property in rapidly transitioning Los Ranchitos offers a variety of options! The cozy 4-bedroom, 3-bath ranch-style home can be redesigned and remodeled according to your vision, or you can occupy it as-is while designing a custom dream home on this approximately 1.2-acre upslope lot with spectacular views over the hills of Marin towards the Civic Center and beyond. Agricultural and equestrian zoned -- looking for a place to keep horses or start a vineyard? You found it! Nearby amenities include shopping and restaurants at the Northgate Mall, Sunday farmers' markets and other cultural events at the Marin County Civic Center & Fairgrounds, and quick access to the new Sonoma-Marin (SMART) Train for trips to the wine country as well as an easy commute to the Larkspur Ferry Terminal. Don't miss this rare opportunity in this up-and-coming neighborhood! For planning and other information, go to City/Alicia.Giudice@cityofsanrafael.org

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mark Levinson

Compass License #00798967 Listed on: 07/14/2021

Compass

Co-Listed By

Dana Garrick

Compass License #01947507

Last Buyer's Agent

Test Wolfe

Foundation Rentals & Relocation, Inc License #01934163

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,334

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 1.21 Acre Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Aluminum or Metal Fence

Home Design

  • Fixer Upper
  • Tar and Gravel Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,066 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Storage Room
  • Views of Hills

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Free-Standing Gas Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Range Hood
  • Ice Maker
  • Stone Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Engineered Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Full Bathrooms
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Jetted Soaking Tub in Primary Bathroom
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Window or Skylight in Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on lower level
  • Sink Near Laundry
  • Washer and Dryer Hookup

Home Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Parking

  • 4 Open Parking Spaces
  • 6 Parking Spaces
  • 2 Carport Spaces
  • Converted Garage
  • Side by Side Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Front Porch

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Gas Water Heater
  • Internet Available
  • Satellite Dish
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 179-243-17

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,334

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached, Ranchette/Country
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Property Condition: Fixer
  • Levels: One
  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Accessory Dwelling Unit Second Unit: No
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Master Bathroom Features: Jetted Tub, Low-Flow Toilet(s), Soaking Tub, Tub w/Shower Over, Window
  • Master Bedroom Features: Closet, Ground Floor, Outside Access
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Dining Room Features: Dining/Living Combo
  • Appliances: Disposal, Free Standing Gas Oven, Gas Cook Top, Gas Plumbed, Gas Water Heater, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Bathroom Features: Low-Flow Toilet(s), Shower Stall(s), Tile, Tub w/Shower Over, Window
  • Flooring: Carpet, Simulated Wood, Tile
  • Interior Amenities: Storage Area(s)
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Stone Counter
  • Laundry Features: Cabinets, Ground Floor, Hookups Only, Inside Area, Sink
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Street Entrance
  • Price Per Square Foot: 641.34
  • Room Type: Converted Garage, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Storage
  • Square Footage: 2066.00
  • Window Features: Window Coverings, Window Screens

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Stucco
  • Driveway Sidewalks: Paved Driveway
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Chain Link, Metal, Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Uncovered Patio
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt
  • Roof: Tar/Gravel
  • View: Hills, Other

Garage/Parking

  • Carport Spaces: 2.00
  • Open Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Parking Features: Covered, Side-by-Side
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6.00

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Heating: Fireplace(s), Natural Gas
  • Security Features: Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Heater, Fire Extinguisher, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer: Sewer Connected
  • Utilities: Public, Cable Connected, Dish Antenna, Internet Available, Natural Gas Connected
  • Water Source: Public

Schools

  • School District: Marin

Lot Info

  • Horse Property Features: None
  • Assessor Parcel Number: 179-243-17
  • Land Use: Agricultural, Orchard, Plantable, Residential, Vineyard
  • Lot Features: Garden
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.2075
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 52600.00
  • Lot Size Units: SqFt
  • Price Per Acre: 1097308.49
  • Topography: Upslope,Lot Sloped,Level,Hillside

MLS Schools

  • School District County: Marin

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 14, 2021
Closed on
Sep 9, 2021
Sold by
Ward James L and Ward Michelle R
Bought by
Parawell Britton and Parawell Vivicka
Seller's Agent
Mark Levinson
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Test Wolfe
Foundation Rentals & Relocation, Inc
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,325,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$170,000
-11.37%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.43%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 16, 2015
Sold by
Ward James L and Ward Michelle Renee
Bought by
James & Michelle Ward Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 8, 2008
Sold by
Beyer Elizabeth
Bought by
Ward James L and Ward Michelle Renee

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$640,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,325,000 Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $283,870 Fidelity National Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $605,500 New Conventional
Previous Owner $640,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $640,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/15/2025 06/15/25 Price Changed $1,495,000 -6.3% $724 / Sq Ft
05/28/2025 05/28/25 For Sale $1,595,000 +20.4% $772 / Sq Ft
09/17/2021 09/17/21 Sold $1,325,000 -11.4% $641 / Sq Ft
09/03/2021 09/03/21 Pending -- -- --
07/14/2021 07/14/21 For Sale $1,495,000 -- $724 / Sq Ft
Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS® MLS

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 $18,334 $1,406,090 $981,610 $424,480
2024 $18,334 $1,378,530 $962,370 $416,160
2023 $18,313 $1,351,500 $943,500 $408,000
2022 $17,591 $1,325,000 $925,000 $400,000
2021 $13,052 $970,743 $819,065 $151,678
2020 $13,036 $960,791 $810,668 $150,123
2019 $12,552 $941,959 $794,778 $147,181
2018 $12,397 $923,495 $779,199 $144,296
2017 $11,688 $905,391 $763,924 $141,467
2016 $11,440 $887,639 $748,946 $138,693
2015 $10,972 $858,274 $724,170 $134,104
2014 $11,817 $766,317 $646,581 $119,736
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: San Francisco Association of REALTORS® MLS

MLS Number: 321056307

San Francisco Association of REALTORS® MLS

APN: 179-243-17