A Hidden Retreat in Pleasant Valley Some homes surprise you the moment you arrive. Set well back on an expansive, level lot, this beautifully updated Pleasant Valley property offers a sense of privacy and tranquility that is unexpected and unforgettable. Inside, approximately 2,584 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space blends timeless character with modern comfort. The flexible floor plan features four bedrooms, three baths, generous gathering spaces, and an effortless connection to the outdoors. Large windows fill the home with natural light while framing lush gardens and inviting entertaining areas. There is also a 680 sq. foot workshop, automatic garage door with 220 wiring and water. Perfect for auto enthusiasts, artist, or contractor. The backyard is a destination of its own. Whether hosting summer gatherings around the pool, enjoying dinner under the stars, or simply relaxing in the peaceful surroundings, the property's generous, usable grounds offer the lifestyle buyers dream about but rarely find. Recent improvements have made this home move-in ready while leaving room for new owners to make it their own. Located in one of Novato's most desirable neighborhoods, you'll enjoy convenient access to award-winning schools, hiking and biking trails, shopping, dining, and Highway 101while returning home to a setting that feels remarkably private. This is one of those homes that simply must be experienced in person. The setting, the space, and the feeling cannot be appreciated from a drive-by. Come discover this pleasant valley retreat.
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$1,668,000
2100 Center Road, Novato, CA 94947
5beds
2,584sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
0.3 Acres Lot
$1,639,400 Zestimate®
$646/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Peaceful surroundingsGenerous gathering spacesLush gardensFlexible floor planExpansive level lotFour bedroomsThree baths
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Antonia Abruzzo-Ramirez DRE #00569398 415-827-8280,
Golden Gate Sotheby's 415-461-7200
Source: BAREIS,MLS#: 326058120
Originating MLS: Marin County
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Storage, Workshop, Other
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony, Sitting Room, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Main,Upper
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Vanity, Fiberglass, Low-Flow Toilet(s), Sitting Area, Tub w/Shower Over
Bathroom
- Features: Double Vanity
- Level: Main,Upper
Dining room
- Features: Other
Family room
- Features: Deck Attached
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Area, Kitchen Island, Kitchen/Family Combo, Pantry Cabinet, Pantry Closet, Quartz Counter
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Deck Attached, Skylight(s)
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Trash Compactor, Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Plumbed, Range Hood, Microwave, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Cabinets, Electric, Ground Floor, Inside Room, Sink
Features
- Formal Entry
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Dual Pane Partial, Skylight(s)
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,584
- Total interior livable area: 2,584 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Attached, Enclosed, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, RV Possible, Side By Side, Tandem, See Remarks, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: In Ground, Gunite, Pool Cover
- Fencing: Front Yard,Full,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden/Greenbelt
Lot
- Size: 0.3 Acres
- Features: Garden, Grass Artificial
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Workshop
- Parcel number: 13215121
- Special conditions: Standard
- Horse amenities: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Mid-Century
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco, Wood
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Tar/Gravel
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts, 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Cable Connected, Internet Available, Public, Sewer Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Novato
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $646/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,056,292
- Annual tax amount: $13,567
- Date on market: 7/8/2026
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$1,639,400
$1.56M - $1.72M
$6,384/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/8/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,668,000-3.5%$646/sqft |
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| 6/16/2026 | Listing removed | $1,729,000$669/sqft |
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| 5/1/2026 | Price change | $1,729,000-3.7%$669/sqft |
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| 4/9/2026 | Price change | $1,795,000-4.5%$695/sqft |
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| 3/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,879,000+113.5%$727/sqft |
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| 5/2/2017 | Sold | $880,000-1%$341/sqft |
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| 3/27/2017 | Pending sale | $889,000$344/sqft |
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| 3/1/2017 | Listed for sale | $889,000$344/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Novato #21701486 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2017 | Pending sale | $889,000$344/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Novato #21701486 Report a problem | ||
| 1/27/2017 | Listed for sale | $889,000$344/sqft |
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| 10/14/2016 | Pending sale | $889,000$344/sqft |
Source: Alain Pinel Realtors #21620758 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2016 | Listed for sale | $889,000$344/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $13,567 +4.6% | $1,056,292 +5.5% |
| 2024 | $12,971 +2.1% | $1,001,272 +2% |
| 2023 | $12,701 +4.6% | $981,640 +2% |
| 2022 | $12,141 +0.1% | $962,393 +2% |
| 2021 | $12,126 -0.5% | $943,526 +1% |
| 2020 | $12,189 +3.6% | $933,856 +2% |
| 2019 | $11,769 +1.5% | $915,552 +2% |
| 2018 | $11,599 +198.2% | $897,600 +378.5% |
| 2017 | $3,890 +29.9% | $187,595 +14.2% |
| 2016 | $2,994 +4.6% | $164,309 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,862 +2.8% | $161,842 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,785 | $158,672 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $157,955 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $154,859 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $151,822 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $150,687 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $151,047 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $148,086 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $145,182 +16.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $124,662 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $122,217 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $119,820 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $117,625 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $115,319 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $113,058 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 94947
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Pleasant Valley Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 7/10Sinaloa Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 10/10San Marin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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