$900,000
SOLD FEB 24, 2025
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,240 Sq Ft
9,135 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$402 Per Sq Ft

18% Below List Price

117 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Lot
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • San Marin High School Rated A-
  • No HOA
  • Double Oven

About This Home

As of February 2025

PRICE IMPROVEMENT! Welcome to your dream home nestled in the heart of Central Novato! This spacious 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home offers over 2,200 sq. ft. of living space, perfect for modern family living. The inviting family room features one of two cozy fireplaces, creating the ideal space for relaxation or entertaining. The dining room flows effortlessly into the well-appointed kitchen, offering functional space for both everyday meals and special gatherings. The large den, complete with a beautiful stone fireplace and a built-in bar with a sink, provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere, perfect for hosting or enjoying cozy nights in. Laundry room adds extra convenience, while the office/bonus room offers flexibility for working from home. The primary suite is a true retreat, featuring a full bath, a generous walk-in closet, and a unique hidden room, ideal for extra storage or a private escape. Situated on an expansive 9,135 sq. ft. lot, the backyard offers endless possibilities, for gardening, recreation (rear gate access) or future landscaping projects. With two fireplaces, spacious layout, and plenty of bonus rooms, this home has everything you didn't know you needed. Located near schools, parks, shopping, and dining, this is a rare find in the desirable Novato area.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Gina Butson

Wolfgang Croskey Real Estate License #02109859 Listed on: 10/09/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Britt Johnson

Coldwell Banker Realty License #00985355

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,799

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 9,135 Sq Ft Lot
  • Cul-De-Sac
  • Private Lot
  • Front Yard

Parking

  • Converted Garage

Home Design

  • Composition Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Composition Shingle

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Stone Fireplace
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Den with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Double Oven
  • Electric Cooktop
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Linoleum

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Wall Furnace

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,799

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Stories: 1
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Subdivision Name: Other
  • Directions: De Long to Diablo to Center to Storybook Ct
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One Story
  • New Construction: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour

Interior Features

  • Flooring: Linoleum, Carpet
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Den, Family Room, Stone, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Room Kitchen Features: Breakfast Nook, Counter - Tile, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Electric Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Composition Shingles
  • Lot Features: Court, Cul-De-Sac, Front Yard, Private, See Remarks
  • Pool Features: None
  • Pool Private: No
  • Construction Type: Composition Shingles, Wood Siding
  • Property Condition: Existing

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Converted Garage

Utilities

  • Heating: Wall Furnace
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), See Remarks
  • Laundry Features: Dryer, Washer
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating Yn: Yes
  • Electric: No Solar

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9135

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 9, 2024
Closed on
Feb 19, 2025
Sold by
Rosenbloom Family Trust and Walters John E
Bought by
Mjf Construction & Development Inc
Seller's Agent
Gina Butson
Wolfgang Croskey Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Britt Johnson
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$1,100,000
Sold Price
$900,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$200,000
-18.18%
Views
108
Current Estimated Value
$948,593

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$48,593
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.49%
Original Mortgage
$915,000
Outstanding Balance
$541,418
Interest Rate
6.93%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Estimated Equity
$407,175

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 17, 2002
Sold by
Rosenbloom Alan Edward and Rosenbloom Judith Irene
Bought by
Rosenbloom Alan E and Rosenbloom Judith I

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$280,000
Interest Rate
6.03%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 25, 2002
Sold by
Rosenbloom Alan E and Rosenbloom Judith I
Bought by
Rosenbloom Alan E and Rosenbloom Judith I

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 4, 1996
Sold by
Rosenbloom Alan E and Rosenbloom Judith I
Bought by
Rosenbloom Alan E and Rosenbloom Judith I
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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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 $900,000 Old Republic Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $915,000 Construction
Previous Owner $545,600 Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Previous Owner $280,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/24/2025 02/24/25 Sold $900,000 -9.9% $402 / Sq Ft
02/04/2025 02/04/25 Off Market $999,000 -- --
12/05/2024 12/05/24 Price Changed $999,000 -4.9% $446 / Sq Ft
11/06/2024 11/06/24 Price Changed $1,050,000 -4.5% $469 / Sq Ft
10/09/2024 10/09/24 For Sale $1,100,000 -- $491 / Sq Ft
Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

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 $6,799 $347,860 $137,800 $210,060
2024 $6,799 $341,041 $135,099 $205,942
2023 $6,661 $334,354 $132,450 $201,904
2022 $6,534 $327,798 $129,853 $197,945
2021 $6,519 $321,371 $127,307 $194,064
2020 $6,448 $318,077 $126,002 $192,075
2019 $6,139 $311,842 $123,532 $188,310
2018 $6,061 $305,728 $121,110 $184,618
2017 $5,972 $299,735 $118,736 $180,999
2016 $4,046 $293,858 $116,408 $177,450
2015 $3,970 $289,445 $114,660 $174,785
2014 $3,876 $283,776 $112,414 $171,362
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 41075944

Contra Costa Association of REALTORS®

APN: 140-171-21