$1,077,000
SOLD DEC 6, 2024

1212 2nd St Novato, CA 94945

Central Novato Neighborhood
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,130 Sq Ft
7,601 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$506 Per Sq Ft

3% Above List Price

31 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Solar Power System
  • Wood Flooring
  • Living Room with Attached Deck
  • San Marin High School Rated A-
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Window or Skylight in Bathroom

About This Home

As of December 2024

Welcome to 1212-1214 2nd Street, located in the flats of Novato. This beautifully updated multi-family property consists of two distinct units, offering an exceptional investment opportunity ideally for an owner-occupant looking to offset costs with rental income from one of the units. Situated in a prime location, it is within walking distance to Trader Joe's shopping ctr and historic downtown Novato, where you'll find shopping, dining, and easy access to transportation. Left side residence, #1214 is accessible with ramp to entry, single-level ground floor unit features 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, updated kitchen/baths, newly refinished hardwood flooring, fresh interior paint, tankless water heater, private and spacious backyard with room to garden and a Tuff Shed. Unit #1212, single level on 2nd level (above garages,) includes 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, updated kitchen/bath, hardwood floors, and a private yard. EACH unit boasts an oversized one-car garage w/storage, a laundry room with a washer/dryer, separate meters and a mini-split system for heating & air conditioning, dual-pane windows, water filtration system, solar leased solar panels on the roof for low utility bills. Whether you're a homeowner or investor seeking rental income, this fine duplex offers a rare opportunity!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kristen Palmer

Compass License #01400854

Compass

Co-Listed By

John Brannan

Compass License #00855398

Last Buyer's Agent

Miles Daly

Compass License #02005107

Compass

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,441

Year Built

  • Built in 1960 | Remodeled

Lot Details

  • 7,601 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back Yard Fenced

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Concrete Foundation
  • Raised Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Composition Roof
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 2,130 Sq Ft Home
  • Whole House Fan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Living Room with Attached Deck
  • Formal Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Free-Standing Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Tile Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Window or Skylight in Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry in Garage
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Tankless Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Accessible Approach with Ramp
  • Solar Power System
  • Separate Entry Quarters

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 141-234-03

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,441

Year Built

Built in 1960 | Remodeled

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Attached
  • Directions To Property: Redwood to Olive to right on 2nd St
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1745
  • Second Unit Private Entry: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 0

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Microwave, Tankless Water Heater
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Dining Room Features: Formal Area
  • Living Room Features: Deck Attached
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Approach with Ramp
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood, Other
  • Square Footage: 2130.00
  • Bathroom Features: Low-Flow Toilet(s), Tub w/Shower Over, Window
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Kitchen Features: Tile Counter
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s), Garage, Kitchen, Primary Bedroom, Street Entrance

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Raised
  • Lot Features: Shape Regular
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Roof: Composition, Shingle
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Full
  • Patio And Porch Features: Uncovered Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Total Parking Spaces: 4.00
  • Garage Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central, Whole House Fan, Other
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public, Solar
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating: Central, Other
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, In Garage, Washer Included

Schools

  • School District: Marin
  • Middle/Junior School District: Novato Unified

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 141-234-03
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7601.00

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1960

Multi Family

  • Second Unit Estimated Sq Ft: 900
  • Second Unit Bedrooms: 2
  • Second Unit Description: other unit in duplex
  • Second Unit Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Second Unit Kitchen: Yes
  • Second Unit Occupied: Yes
  • Second Unit Partial Bathrooms: 0
  • Second Unit Rents For: 2000
  • Second Unit Type: Attached

MLS Schools

  • Senior High School District: Novato Unified
  • School District (County): Marin

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Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/06/2024 12/06/24 Sold $1,077,000 0.0% $506 / Sq Ft
12/06/2024 12/06/24 Sold $1,077,000 +2.6% $506 / Sq Ft
11/22/2024 11/22/24 Pending -- -- --
11/21/2024 11/21/24 Pending -- -- --
10/21/2024 10/21/24 For Sale $1,050,000 0.0% $493 / Sq Ft
10/21/2024 10/21/24 For Sale $1,050,000 -- $493 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

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
2024 $8,441 $531,701 $313,997 $217,704
2023 $8,243 $521,279 $307,842 $213,437
2022 $8,043 $511,059 $301,807 $209,252
2021 $8,029 $501,040 $295,890 $205,150
2020 $7,397 $495,904 $292,857 $203,047
2019 $7,083 $486,185 $287,117 $199,068
2018 $7,464 $476,656 $281,490 $195,166
2017 $7,319 $467,312 $275,972 $191,340
2016 $6,840 $458,151 $270,562 $187,589
2015 $6,715 $451,273 $266,500 $184,773
2014 $6,556 $442,433 $261,280 $181,153
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $861,600 New Conventional
Closed $861,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $510,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $463,123 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $471,300 New Conventional
Previous Owner $471,650 New Conventional
Previous Owner $476,449 FHA
Previous Owner $482,361 FHA
Previous Owner $144,300 Stand Alone Second
Previous Owner $577,200 Purchase Money Mortgage
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,077,000 Old Republic Title
Grant Deed $1,077,000 Old Republic Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Ins Co
Grant Deed $365,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Trustee Deed $396,625 Accommodation
Grant Deed $721,500 Fidelity National Title Ca
Grant Deed -- Fidelity National Title
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 324084175

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 141-234-03

California Marin County Novato 94945 Central Novato

1212 2nd St, Novato, CA

Homes for Sale in Novato, CA

This home is located at 1212 2nd St, Novato, CA 94945 and is currently priced at $1,077,000, approximately $505 per square foot. This property was built in 1960. 1212 2nd St is a home located in Marin County with nearby schools including Olive Elementary School, Sinaloa Middle School, and San Marin High School.

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