$880,000
SOLD MAR 13, 2025
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,586 Sq Ft
5,711 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$555 Per Sq Ft

4% Above List Price

18 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Private Lot
  • Seasonal Pond
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Novato High School Rated A-
  • Living Room
  • Central Heating

About This Home

As of March 2025

Escape to the tranquility of 561 Louis Drive, an updated single-level Novato home with seasonal water views and a versatile detached cottage. Located on a sought-after corner lot in Novato, 561 Louis Drive shines with its blend of comfort, privacy and scenic charm. This 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom, single-level home enjoys abundant natural light and stunning seasonal water views from the primary bedroom, living room, kitchen, yard and detached cottage. Thoughtful updates include a remodeled kitchen and bathroom, new carpets and fresh interior paint. The versatile detached cottage can serve as a third bedroom, additional living space, home office, gym, or yoga studio, with potential to add a second bathroom (buyer to verify). Enjoy tranquil mornings or peaceful evenings on the backyard terrace, sipping coffee and watching nature over the water. With ample driveway parking and extra storage, plus easy access to Highway 101 and nearby Downtown Novato's vibrant restaurants and shops, this home combines serene living with convenience.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Whitney Potter

Own Marin License #01468633

Last Buyer's Agent

James Schalich

Alamere Real Estate License #02050584

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,017

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 5,711 Sq Ft Lot
  • Private Lot
  • Corner Lot

Interior Spaces

  • 1,586 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Brick Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry in unit

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Parking

  • 2 Parking Spaces
  • Uncovered Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Seasonal Pond

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Central Heating

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 153-155-12

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,017

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Directions To Property: .
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1311
  • Stories: 1
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Square Footage: 1586.00
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Street Entrance

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Corner, Pond Seasonal, Private

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Inside Room

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 153-155-12
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 5711.00

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1952

Map

Range of Values:

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Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/13/2025 03/13/25 Sold $880,000 +3.5% $555 / Sq Ft
02/17/2025 02/17/25 For Sale $850,000 +20.6% $536 / Sq Ft
05/16/2019 05/16/19 Sold $705,000 0.0% $576 / Sq Ft
04/30/2019 04/30/19 Pending -- -- --
04/01/2019 04/01/19 For Sale $705,000 -- $576 / 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 $10,017 $769,915 $519,474 $250,441
2023 $9,802 $754,821 $509,290 $245,531
2022 $9,577 $740,022 $499,305 $240,717
2021 $9,570 $725,514 $489,516 $235,998
2020 $9,157 $718,080 $484,500 $233,580
2019 $2,451 $546,857 $349,175 $197,682
2018 $2,407 $159,248 $45,784 $113,464
2017 $2,358 $156,126 $44,886 $111,240
2016 $2,423 $153,065 $44,006 $109,059
2015 $2,152 $150,766 $43,345 $107,421
2014 $2,087 $147,813 $42,496 $105,317
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $655,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $674,900 New Conventional
Previous Owner $700,073 FHA
Previous Owner $680,707 FHA
Previous Owner $100,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $334,000 Stand Alone Refi Refinance Of Original Loan
Previous Owner $200,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $100,000 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $143,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $143,000 No Value Available
Previous Owner $145,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $880,000 Fidelity National Title Compan
Grant Deed $705,000 Cal Land Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Napa Land Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Napa Land Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Fidelity National Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- California Land Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- California Land Title Co
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 325013271

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 153-155-12