$802,500
SOLD JAN 10, 2025

8 Elegant Tern Rd Novato, CA 94949

Ignacio Neighborhood
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,954 Sq Ft
$535/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$411 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

95 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Pool and Spa
  • Deck
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Novato High School Rated A-
  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of January 2025

With 1,954 square feet of airy living space, an attached 2-car garage, and a sunny private patio, this townhouse offers the feel of a single-family home set amidst Marin's natural beauty. The thoughtfully designed layout includes two en-suite bedrooms and a versatile family room, perfect for a home office or guest retreat. The kitchen and breakfast nook are illuminated by a wall of windows and three skylights, offering views of the patio and garden. Enjoy an array of HOA amenities, including a pool, spa, and tennis courts, as well as direct access to miles of scenic hiking and biking trails. Set within the 519-acre Pacheco Valle Preserve, this home offers a perfect blend of comfort, convenience, and the quintessential Marin lifestyle.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Andrew Garcia

Redfin Corp. License #02146833 Listed on: 09/14/2024

Redfin Corp.

Last Buyer's Agent

Julie Upton

Compass License #02077214

Compass

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,246

Year Built

  • Built in 1979 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 1,951 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Low Maintenance Yard

HOA Fees

  • $535 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Guest Parking

Home Design

  • Contemporary Architecture
  • Frame Construction
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,954 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Storage Room

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Built-In Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Ceramic Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Parquet
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Upstairs
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry closet
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Home Security

Pool

  • Pool and Spa
  • In Ground Pool

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Enclosed patio or porch

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Central Heating
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 160-551-05

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include common areas, insurance, insurance on structure, ground maintenance, management, pool
  • Steward Property Services (Pacheco Valle Woods) Association, Phone Number (707) 285-0600
  • Pacheco Valle Subdivision
  • Planned Unit Development

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Community Pool
  • Community Spa

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,246

Year Built

Built in 1979 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$535 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling, Skylight(s), Storage Area(s)
  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouse
  • Subtype Description: Planned Unit Develop
  • Directions To Property: Enter Alameda del Prado into Pacheco Valle. Take first left on Alameda del Prado, left on Elegant Tern.
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.0448
  • Stories: 3
  • Levels: Two
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Contemporary
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Electric Range, Dishwasher, Free Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Microwave
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted
  • Flooring: Carpet, Parquet, Tile, Wood
  • Square Footage: 1954.00
  • Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s), Tub w/Shower Over
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Gas Piped, Gas Starter, Living Room
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Ceramic Counter, Pantry Closet, Skylight(s), Tile Counter
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Lower Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Garage, Kitchen, Living Room, Partial Bath(s), Street Entrance
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Partial Bath(s), Street Entrance
  • Spa Features: Spa/Hot Tub Built-In

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Frame, Wood, Wood Siding
  • Lot Features: Low Maintenance
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed Deck, Enclosed Patio, Uncovered Patio
  • Pool Features: Built-In, Pool/Spa Combo

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Guest Parking Available, Interior Access
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Security Features: Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating: Central, Gas
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Laundry Closet, Washer Included

Association/Amenities

  • Association Features: Pool, Spa/Hot Tub, Tennis Courts

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 535
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Association Name: Steward Property Services (Pacheco Valle Woods)
  • Association Phone: (707) 285-0600

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Common Areas, Insurance, Insurance on Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Management, Pool, Other

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 160-551-05
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1951.00

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1979

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 14, 2024
Closed on
Dec 16, 2024
Sold by
Greenwald Eli and Ahava Eli
Bought by
Biss Nicholas Joseph and Wells Philip A
Seller's Agent
Andrew Garcia
Redfin Corp.
Buyer's Agent
Julie Upton
Compass
List Price
$815,000
Sold Price
$802,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,500
-1.53%
Total Days on Market
95
Views
63
Current Estimated Value
$823,282

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$20,782
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.58%
Original Mortgage
$722,100
Outstanding Balance
$718,361
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$105,235

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 16, 2020
Closed on
Nov 9, 2020
Sold by
Wall Diane H
Bought by
Greenwaid Eli and Appell Shira
Seller's Agent
Kathleen Schlegel
Golden Gate Sotheby's Internat
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Klurstein
Compass
List Price
$720,000
Sold Price
$720,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.64%
Original Mortgage
$576,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 16, 2020
Closed on
Oct 29, 2020
Sold by
Appell Ruthanne Ellen Ranz
Bought by
Appell Gary
Seller's Agent
Kathleen Schlegel
Golden Gate Sotheby's Internat
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Klurstein
Compass
List Price
$720,000
Sold Price
$720,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$576,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 16, 2020
Closed on
Oct 22, 2020
Sold by
Wall Charles G
Bought by
Wall Diane H
Seller's Agent
Kathleen Schlegel
Golden Gate Sotheby's Internat
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Klurstein
Compass
List Price
$720,000
Sold Price
$720,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$576,000
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 7, 2012
Sold by
Nelson Therese A
Bought by
Wall Diane H

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 26, 1995
Sold by
Parnow Barbara J
Bought by
Parnow Barbara J
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $802,500 Old Republic Title
Grant Deed $720,000 Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $435,000 First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $722,100 New Conventional
Previous Owner $576,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
01/10/2025 01/10/25 Sold $802,500 -1.5% $411 / Sq Ft
12/18/2024 12/18/24 Pending -- -- --
12/15/2024 12/15/24 For Sale $815,000 +1.6% $417 / Sq Ft
12/14/2024 12/14/24 Off Market $802,500 -- --
11/16/2024 11/16/24 Price Changed $815,000 -3.6% $417 / Sq Ft
09/14/2024 09/14/24 For Sale $845,000 +17.4% $432 / Sq Ft
11/10/2020 11/10/20 Sold $720,000 0.0% $368 / Sq Ft
10/15/2020 10/15/20 Pending -- -- --
09/16/2020 09/16/20 For Sale $720,000 -- $368 / 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 $10,246 $777,718 $389,671 $388,047
2024 $10,246 $762,472 $382,032 $380,440
2023 $10,025 $747,527 $374,544 $372,983
2022 $9,791 $732,870 $367,200 $365,670
2021 $9,780 $718,500 $360,000 $358,500
2020 $6,932 $497,516 $172,270 $325,246
2019 $6,646 $487,765 $168,894 $318,871
2018 $6,795 $478,204 $165,583 $312,621
2017 $6,434 $468,830 $162,337 $306,493
2016 $6,212 $459,637 $159,154 $300,483
2015 $6,108 $452,737 $156,765 $295,972
2014 $5,990 $443,869 $153,694 $290,175
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • A

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Andrew Garcia

    Redfin Corp.

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  • J

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Julie Upton

    Compass

    (917) 863-9152

    4 in this area

    47 Total Sales

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  • Kathleen Schlegel

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Kathleen Schlegel

    Golden Gate Sotheby's Internat

    (415) 699-7406

    39 in this area

    59 Total Sales

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  • Michelle Klurstein

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Michelle Klurstein

    Compass

    (415) 250-0895

    1 in this area

    21 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 324073711

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 160-551-05

California Marin County Novato 94949 Ignacio

8 Elegant Tern Rd, Novato, CA

This home is located at 8 Elegant Tern Rd, Novato, CA 94949 and is currently priced at $802,500, approximately $410 per square foot. This property was built in 1979. 8 Elegant Tern Rd is a home located in Marin County with nearby schools including Loma Verde Elementary School, Novato High School, and Novato Charter School.

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