Bright, refreshed, and ready to go, this top-floor 1BD/1BA condo at Center Place has been thoughtfully updated and is waiting for its next home owner. Brand-new carpet and flooring, fresh paint, new refrigerator, bathroom mirror and fixtures throughout make this a turn key home. The open living area flows to a private balcony with peaceful treetop views, your own little escape without leaving home. The full bathroom has been freshened up with a new vanity mirror, faucet and fixtures. The unit comes with a large storage closet plus one assigned parking space to round out the package. Building amenities include an elevator, shared laundry across the hall, green landscaping and a sparkling community pool, all in the heart of downtown Novato. Everyday convenience is right at your doorstep. Grab a slice at Mountain Mike's, pick up fresh salsa at the beloved local favorite Tommy's Salsa, or sit down for a Thai dinner at Chao Praya, all just steps away. Pini Hardware and the post office make errands a breeze, and when you need a bigger run, Safeway, Starbucks, and Habit Burger are just a couple of blocks further. Whether it's your morning coffee, a quick errand, or a relaxed dinner out, this location truly delivers the ease of walkable neighborhood living.
For sale
$320,000
1540 Center Rd APT 381, Novato, CA 94947
1beds
661sqft
Condominium
Built in 1975
-- sqft lot
$314,600 Zestimate®
$484/sqft
$522/mo HOA
What's special
New refrigeratorGreen landscapingThoughtfully updatedFresh paintSparkling community poolBrand-new carpet and flooringLarge storage closet
- 38 days |
- 705 |
- 19 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Andrea Vanessa Trucios West DRE #01889236 415-328-0065,
Alliance Bay Realty 510-742-6600
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 326049612
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORSLoading...
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 1
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 2
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 3
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Bedroom 4
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Primary bathroom
- Features: Tub w/Shower Over
Dining room
- Features: Dining/Family Combo
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Laundry: See Remarks
Features
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above
Interior area
- Total structure area: 661
- Total interior livable area: 661 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Covered, Attached, Assigned
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: Community
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden
Lot
- Size: 719 Square Feet
- Features: Greenbelt, Garden, Auto Sprinkler F&R
Details
- Parcel number: 14040081
- Zoning description: Unknown
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Internet Available, Electricity Available
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Pool, Laundry Coin, Greenbelt
- Services included: Water, Trash, Sewer, Roof, Pool, Maintenance Grounds, Maintenance Structure, Insurance on Structure, Elevator, Common Areas
- HOA fee: $522 monthly
- HOA name: Center Place HOA
- HOA phone: 415-332-7900
Location
- Region: Novato
- Elevation: 0
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $484/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $77,870
- Annual tax amount: $2,215
- Price range: $320K - $320K
- Date on market: 6/5/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 39 days
- Listing terms: 1031 Exchange
- Total actual rent: 0
Estimated market value
$314,600
$299,000 - $330,000
$2,397/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $320,000+433.3%$484/sqft |
Source:  SFAR #326049612 Report a problem | ||
| 12/7/2011 | Listing removed | $60,000$91/sqft |
Source: Safe Haven Realty #21116447 Report a problem | ||
| 11/30/2011 | Listed for sale | $60,000-3.2%$91/sqft |
Source: Safe Haven Realty #21116447 Report a problem | ||
| 11/2/2011 | Sold | $62,000+3.3%$94/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2011 | Price change | $60,000-14.3%$91/sqft |
Source: Safe Haven Realty #21116447 Report a problem | ||
| 9/26/2011 | Price change | $70,000-11.4%$106/sqft |
Source: Safe Haven Realty #21116447 Report a problem | ||
| 9/23/2011 | Price change | $79,000+5.3%$120/sqft |
Source: Safe Haven Realty #21116447 Report a problem | ||
| 9/4/2011 | Listed for sale | $75,000+4.9%$113/sqft |
Source: Safe Haven Realty #21116447 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2011 | Sold | $71,516-12.8%$108/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2011 | Listed for sale | $82,000-71.2%$124/sqft |
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem | ||
| 3/22/2006 | Sold | $285,000+68.6%$431/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/28/2001 | Sold | $169,000$256/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,215 +2.3% | $77,870 +2% |
| 2024 | $2,165 +3.7% | $76,344 +2% |
| 2023 | $2,088 +2.3% | $74,847 +2% |
| 2022 | $2,042 +0.3% | $73,379 +2% |
| 2021 | $2,036 +0.8% | $71,941 +1% |
| 2020 | $2,020 +5.2% | $71,205 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,919 +1.9% | $69,808 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,884 +2% | $68,440 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,846 +5.5% | $67,099 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,750 +2% | $65,782 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,715 +3.5% | $64,796 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,656 | $63,526 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $63,240 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $62,000 -41% |
| 2011 | -- | $105,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $105,000 -19.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $130,000 -48% |
| 2008 | -- | $250,000 -13.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $289,680 +64.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $176,203 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $172,750 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $169,363 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $166,260 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $163,000 +59.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $101,979 |
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Neighborhood: 94947
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Rancho Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10San Jose MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 8/10Novato High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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