Your Private Alhambra Valley Retreat Awaits! Hidden among 1.4 acres of complete natural beauty, this extraordinary Alhambra Valley property offers the rare gift of privacy, serenity, and space without sacrificing convenience. Framed by mature oaks, a tranquil creek, and storybook charm, this is a place where everyday life feels like a retreat. The 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath main home is warm and inviting, featuring soaring vaulted ceilings, cozy fireplaces, and an updated kitchen that naturally becomes the gathering place for family and friends. A dramatic dining room or spacious family room with exposed beams creates an unforgettable backdrop for celebrations, while the main-level primary suite offers comfort and ease. Outside, the property transforms into a personal resort. Entertain on multiple private decks, enjoy your own tennis court, or wander across a charming bridge into nature. Room to grow into your dream space, garden, grapes, fruit trees and so much more. A classic barn with a generous rumpus room above offers endless flexibility, studio, gym, game room, wellness space, or creative hideaway. A detached, Napa Valley-inspired 1-bedroom, 1-bath cottage completes the offering, ideal for guests, extended family, or additional income. This space is truly special with a private deck, laundry and extra storage. Rarely does a property deliver this level of tranquility, versatility, and storybook beauty just minutes from town. This is not just a home. It's a lifestyle waiting to be lived. MerriPontarRE.com
For sale
$1,799,000
5262 Alhambra Valley Rd, Martinez, CA 94553
5beds
4,128sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1965
1.42 Acres Lot
$1,761,800 Zestimate®
$436/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Own tennis courtMain-level primary suiteGarden grapes fruit treesTranquil creekDramatic dining roomCharming bridge into natureUpdated kitchen
- 4 days |
- 1,401 |
- 56 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: March 02, 2026 at 03:48pm
Listed by:
Merri Pontar-Rawski DRE #00745734 415-421-2877,
Pontar Real Estate 415-421-2877
Source: SFAR,MLS#: 426107026
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS
Originating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORSTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony, Ground Floor, Outside Access, Walk-In Closet
- 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: Double Vanity, Shower Stall(s), Soaking Tub
Bathroom
- Features: Double Vanity, Stone, Tile, Tub w/Shower Over
Dining room
- Features: Formal Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Area, Butlers Pantry, Pantry Closet
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Living room
- Features: Deck Attached
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
- Dimensions: 0 x 0
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Gas Cooktop, Range Hood, Ice Maker, Microwave, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Ground Floor, Inside, Laundry Closet
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Formal Entry, Storage, In-Law Floorplan
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Windows: Dual Pane Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace features: Brick
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,128
- Total interior livable area: 4,128 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+, Independent, On Site (Single Family Only)
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Fencing: Back Yard,Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 1.42 Acres
- Features: Court, Secluded
Details
- Additional structures: Barn(s), Guest House
- Parcel number: 3671500431
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman,Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition,Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1965
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts, 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in Laundry
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s), Video System
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Martinez
- Elevation: 0
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $436/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $169,204
- Annual tax amount: $2,048
- Price range: $1.8M - $1.8M
- Date on market: 2/28/2026
- Cumulative days on market: 4 days
- Total actual rent: 0
Estimated market value
$1,761,800
$1.67M - $1.85M
$5,624/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,799,000-14.1%$436/sqft |
Source:  SFAR #426107026 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2025 | Listing removed | $2,095,000$508/sqft |
Source: SFAR #425056616 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2025 | Price change | $2,095,000-5.8%$508/sqft |
Source: SFAR #425056616 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,225,000$539/sqft |
Source: SFAR #425056616 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,048 +4.7% | $169,204 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,957 +1.4% | $165,888 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,930 +1.7% | $162,636 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,897 +1.8% | $159,448 +2% |
| 2021 | $1,863 +0.4% | $156,322 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,855 +1.2% | $154,720 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,833 +5.2% | $151,687 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,743 +1.1% | $148,714 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,725 +7.8% | $145,799 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,599 +1.7% | $142,941 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,572 | $140,795 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,572 | $138,038 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $137,415 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $134,722 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $132,082 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $131,096 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $131,408 +9% |
| 2006 | -- | $120,511 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $118,149 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $115,833 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $113,711 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $111,483 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $109,298 |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$10,599/mo
Principal & interest
$8875
Property taxes
$1724
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 94553
Getting around
0 / 100
Car-DependentNearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10John Swett Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.2 mi
- 7/10Martinez Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.3 mi
- 8/10Alhambra Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
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