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  • Price cut: $21K (10/2)
    $299,000

    1540 Center Rd APT 381, Novato, CA 94947

    1beds
    661sqft
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    $2,716/mo
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    Residential, Condominium
    Built in 1975
    -- sqft lot
    $294,600 Zestimate®
    $452/sqft
    $522/mo HOA

    What's special

    New refrigeratorGreen landscapingFresh paintSparkling community poolNew carpet and flooringLarge storage closet
    This is the best priced one bedroom condo in all of Marin County! Refreshed from top to bottom and ready for move-in, this top-floor 1BD/1BA condo at Center Place offers a clean slate for its next owner. New carpet and flooring, fresh paint and a new refrigerator set the tone, and the full bathroom has an updated vanity mirror, faucet and fixtures. The open living area leads out to a private balcony with treetop views, a quiet spot to unwind at the end of the day. Practical touches include a large storage closet and one assigned parking space. The building has an elevator, shared laundry right across the hall, green landscaping and a sparkling community pool. Whether you're buying your first place or downsizing, this is easy, low-maintenance living. As a bonus, you're in the heart of downtown Novato. Grab fresh salsa from local favorite Tommy's Salsa, pick up a slice at Mountain Mike's, or settle in for Thai at Chao Praya, all close by. Pini Hardware, the post office, Safeway, Starbucks and Habit Burger are just a couple of blocks away, so quick errands are easy whenever you need them.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Andrea West DRE #01889236 Off:415-328-0065,

    Alliance Bay Realty

    Source: Bay East AOR,MLS#: 41150176MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 1
      • Bathrooms: 1
      • Full bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Other
      Kitchen
      • Features: Dishwasher, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing
      Heating
      • Central
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Free-Standing Range
      • Laundry: Common Area
      Features
      • Flooring: Linoleum, Carpet
      • Has fireplace: No
      • Fireplace features: None
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 661
      • Total interior livable area: 661 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Side By Side, Garage Door Opener
      • Garage spaces: 1
      Features
      • Levels: Three Or More
      • Stories: 3
      • Exterior features: Unit Faces Common Area
      • Pool features: Other, Community
      Lot
      • Size: 720 Square Feet
      • Features: Rectangular Lot, Landscape Front
      Details
      • Parcel number: 14040081
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: Condo
      • Architectural style: Contemporary
      • Property subtype: Residential, Condominium
      Materials
      • Wood
      • Roof: See Remarks
      Condition
      • Existing
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1975

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: No Solar
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
      • Subdivision: Not Listed
      HOA
      • Has HOA: Yes
      • Amenities included: Greenbelt, Pool
      • Services included: Common Area Maint, Maintenance Structure, Insurance, Maintenance Grounds
      • HOA fee: $522 monthly
      • HOA name: CALL LISTING AGENT
      • HOA phone: 415-332-7900
      Location
      • Region: Novato

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $452/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $79,428
      • Price range: $299K - $299K
      • Date on market: 10/2/2026
      • Listing agreement: Excl Right
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional

        Estimated market value

        $294,600

        $280,000 - $309,000

        $2,359/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        10/2/2026Price change$299,000-6.6%$452/sqft
        Source: Bay East AOR #41150176 Report a problem
        6/6/2026Listed for sale$320,000+433.3%$484/sqft
        Source: SFAR #326049612 Report a problem
        12/7/2011Listing removed$60,000$91/sqft
        Source: Safe Haven Realty #21116447 Report a problem
        11/30/2011Listed for sale$60,000-3.2%$91/sqft
        Source: Safe Haven Realty #21116447 Report a problem
        11/2/2011Sold$62,000+3.3%$94/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        10/2/2011Price change$60,000-14.3%$91/sqft
        Source: Safe Haven Realty #21116447 Report a problem
        9/26/2011Price change$70,000-11.4%$106/sqft
        Source: Safe Haven Realty #21116447 Report a problem
        9/23/2011Price change$79,000+5.3%$120/sqft
        Source: Safe Haven Realty #21116447 Report a problem
        9/4/2011Listed for sale$75,000+4.9%$113/sqft
        Source: Safe Haven Realty #21116447 Report a problem
        6/21/2011Sold$71,516-12.8%$108/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        6/18/2011Listed for sale$82,000-71.2%$124/sqft
        Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem
        3/22/2006Sold$285,000+68.6%$431/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        9/28/2001Sold$169,000$256/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2026-- $79,428 +2%
        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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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 94947

        Getting around

        82 / 100
        Very Walkable
        40 / 100
        Some Transit
        70 / 100
        Very Bikeable

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