$1,570,000
SOLD FEB 12, 2025
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,561 Sq Ft
0.43 Acres

Recently Sold

$441 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

8 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Dining Room
  • San Marin High School Rated A-
  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Family Room

About This Home

As of February 2025

825 Albatross Drive offers refined living in one of Novato's most desirable enclaves. This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home spans 3,561 sq. ft., with nearly every room capturing stunning views. Inside, soaring ceilings, rich hardwood floors, and walls of glass bathe the home in natural light. The kitchen features sleek countertops, a modern induction cooktop, and a central island, perfect for both daily life and entertaining. The expansive decking and terraced yard invite year-round outdoor enjoyment, complete with a play area. Smart home technology, three gas fireplaces, recessed lighting, an energy-efficient heat pump, and 3 car garage enhance comfort. Located on a peaceful, oak tree-lined street, this home offers proximity to Novato's top amenities, schools, hiking trails, and recreation, blending natural beauty and modern convenience.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Carey Hagglund Condy Team

Compass License #01323032

Compass

Last Buyer's Agent

Mark Machado

Eleven Real Estate License #01449763

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $18,885

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

Lot Details

  • 0.43 Acre Lot

HOA Fees

  • $8 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage

Interior Spaces

  • 3,561 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Dining Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Central Heating and Cooling System
  • Heat Pump System

Community Details

  • River Vista Homeowners Association, Phone Number (415) 722-4878

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 143-391-15

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$18,885

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$8 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Detached
  • Directions To Property: From Highway 101 Northbound, exit Atherton Avenue. Turn left on Atherton, then continue to Bahia Drive. Turn right on Cerro Crest Drive, left on Laguna Vista Drive, left on Albatross Drive. The property will be on your right.
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.4309
  • Stories: 2
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Number Of Fireplaces: 3
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Square Footage: 3561.00
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Main Level: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Other

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached
  • Total Parking Spaces: 6.00
  • Garage Spaces: 3.00

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central, See Remarks
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public
  • Water Source: Water District
  • Heating: Central, Heat Pump
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Washer Included

Association/Amenities

  • Association Features: None

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 100
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: River Vista Homeowners Association
  • Association Phone: (415) 722-4878

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None, Other

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 143-391-15
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 18770.00

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1988

Map

Range of Values:

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/12/2025 02/12/25 Sold $1,570,000 -1.6% $441 / Sq Ft
01/29/2025 01/29/25 Pending -- -- --
01/21/2025 01/21/25 For Sale $1,595,000 +12.6% $448 / Sq Ft
02/16/2021 02/16/21 Sold $1,417,000 0.0% $398 / Sq Ft
02/03/2021 02/03/21 Pending -- -- --
01/06/2021 01/06/21 For Sale $1,417,000 -- $398 / 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 $18,885 $1,498,414 $795,900 $702,514
2023 $18,512 $1,469,044 $780,300 $688,744
2022 $18,080 $1,440,240 $765,000 $675,240
2021 $10,371 $748,892 $216,693 $532,199
2020 $10,210 $741,216 $214,472 $526,744
2019 $9,715 $726,683 $210,267 $516,416
2018 $9,569 $712,437 $206,145 $506,292
2017 $9,394 $698,469 $202,103 $496,366
2016 $8,731 $684,775 $198,141 $486,634
2015 $8,587 $674,490 $195,165 $479,325
2014 $8,434 $661,279 $191,342 $469,937
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $1,133,600 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,570,000 First American Title
Grant Deed -- First American Title
Grant Deed $1,417,000 First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 325005327

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 143-391-15