$1,700,000
SOLD OCT 14, 2025
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,439 Sq Ft
5,001 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$1,181 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

11 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Lot
  • Freestanding Bathtub
  • Landscaped
  • Petaluma Junior High School Rated A-
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 4-minute walk to Wickersham Park

About This Home

As of October 2025

Welcome to 704 5th Street in Petaluma's sought-after Westside. Originally built in 1940, this picture-perfect home has been beautifully reimagined with timeless design and thoughtful updates throughout. Sunlit living spaces feature refinished hardwood floors, curated lighting, and a cozy fireplace clad in handmade Zellige tile. The showpiece kitchen blends warmth and sophistication with custom oak cabinetry, Calacatta Monet marble counters, brass fixtures, and top-of-the-line appliances. The home offers three bedrooms and two bathrooms, both infused with character and spa-like details, including artisan tilework and a freestanding soaking tub. Outdoors, enjoy an entertainer's haven with a custom kitchen featuring a Firemagic grill, Big Green Egg smoker, and shaded pergola surrounded by lush landscaping, raised garden beds, and intimate seating areas. Just blocks from downtown Petaluma, this property combines modern comfort, classic character, and a coveted location.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Eric Mcfarland

The Agency License #01897874 Listed on: 09/26/2025

The Agency

Last Buyer's Agent

Robert Tomasello

Engel & Völkers Sonoma License #02134623

Engel & Völkers Sonoma

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 5,001 Sq Ft Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Private Lot

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces

Interior Spaces

  • 1,439 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Freestanding Bathtub
  • Soaking Tub

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 008-271-002-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Directions To Property: Petaluma Blvd S - L on I Street - L on 5th Street
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1148
  • Stories: 1
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Square Footage: 1439.00
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Piped, Living Room
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Primary Bedroom, Street Entrance

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Private

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Other
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Washer Included

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 008-271-002-000
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5001.00

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1940

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 26, 2025
Closed on
Oct 7, 2025
Sold by
Mihelich Anthony and Mihelich Amanda
Bought by
Irish And Dosch Trust and Dosch
Seller's Agent
Eric Mcfarland
The Agency
Buyer's Agent
Robert Tomasello
Engel & Völkers Sonoma
List Price
$1,650,000
Sold Price
$1,700,000
Premium/Discount to List
$50,000
3.03%
Views
40

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-15.16%
Original Mortgage
$1,360,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,360,000
Interest Rate
6.56%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$282,293

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 15, 2022
Closed on
Aug 1, 2022
Sold by
Foust Jepsen Trust
Bought by
Mihelich Anthony and Mihelich Amanda
Seller's Agent
Greg Stroud
Berkshire Hathaway
Buyer's Agent
Eric Mcfarland
The Agency
List Price
$1,310,000
Sold Price
$1,460,000
Premium/Discount to List
$150,000
11.45%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.90%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 6, 2005
Sold by
Obrien Don and Obrien Anthy
Bought by
Foust Norman Lane and Jepsen Cindy Ann

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$519,200
Interest Rate
5.74%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 25, 2004
Sold by
Va
Bought by
Wilen Arthur E and Wilen Earlene M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$316,000
Interest Rate
5.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 13, 2004
Sold by
Cromwell Carole and Estate Of Laurie Wilen
Bought by
Obrien Donald A and Obrien Anthy A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$316,000
Interest Rate
5.12%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,700,000 Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $1,460,000 First American Title
Individual Deed $649,000 North American Title Co
Quit Claim Deed -- First American Title Co
Grant Deed $395,000 First American Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,360,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $519,200 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $316,000 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/14/2025 10/14/25 Sold $1,700,000 +3.0% $1,181 / Sq Ft
10/07/2025 10/07/25 Pending -- -- --
09/26/2025 09/26/25 For Sale $1,650,000 +13.0% $1,147 / Sq Ft
08/10/2022 08/10/22 Sold $1,460,000 +11.5% $1,015 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
07/20/2022 07/20/22 Pending -- -- --
07/15/2022 07/15/22 For Sale $1,310,000 -- $910 / 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 $16,187 $1,518,983 $607,593 $911,390
2024 $16,187 $1,489,200 $595,680 $893,520
2023 $16,187 $1,460,000 $584,000 $876,000
2022 $9,740 $878,709 $656,753 $221,956
2021 $9,556 $861,480 $643,876 $217,604
2020 $9,639 $852,647 $637,274 $215,373
2019 $9,027 $792,000 $592,000 $200,000
2018 $9,033 $780,000 $583,000 $197,000
2017 $8,961 $775,000 $580,000 $195,000
2016 $7,497 $649,000 $500,000 $149,000
2015 $6,868 $593,000 $457,000 $136,000
2014 $6,657 $566,000 $436,000 $130,000
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 325083284

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 008-271-002