Sold524d on market
537 Atherton Avenue
Novato, CA, 94945 • 94945 • Marin County
$2,495,000
$842/sqft
5Beds
4Baths
2,964Sqft
1 acLot
1979Built
Property DNA
Pasture Views
Pasture
Farmhouse Style
Built 1979 · 47 years of history
Rancho De Novato
94945
Outdoor Living
Front Porch · Deck
1 Fireplace
Insert · Living Room · Wood Burning Stove
Special Features
Barn(s) · Gazebo · Greenhouse · Guest House · Shed(s)
2-Car Garage
Attached · Boat Storage · Garage Door Opener · Garage Faces Front · Guest · Inside Entrance · RV Storage · Open · Paved
Wood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
20 views
People checking out this listing
1 saves
Buyers have saved this home
524 days on market
Established listing
$842/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1979
Set on a picturesque one-acre lot in Rancho De Novato, this unique country horse property features a beautifully designed farmhouse-style main home with four bedrooms and 2.5 baths, highlighted by an oversized porch that invites relaxation. The top-of-the-line kitchen boasts stunning porcelain countertops, high-end appliances, and custom built-ins, all seamlessly integrated with elegant white oak hardwood floors. Black windows enhance the home's modern aesthetic while maintaining its rustic charm. A completely remodeled one-bedroom guest house provides an inviting space for visitors, complemented by a separate home office ideal for remote work. The outdoor oasis includes a sparkling pool, bocce ball court, sauna with outdoor shower, a barn with three stalls, a corral, and a chicken coop, along with RV hookup and parking for added convenience. An extensive vegetable garden with irrigation thrives amidst gorgeous, landscaped gardens, making this property a true haven for horse lovers and gardening enthusiasts alike.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights sparkling pool, barn with three stalls, and rv hookup as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$15,792/month
Principal & Interest$12,466
Property Tax$2,495
Insurance$832
Down payment20% ($499,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.38% rate · 30yr fixed · $1,996,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1979
HeatingBaseboard
CoolingCeiling Fan(s)
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
Lot1.00 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleFarmhouse
Year built1979
Stories2
Systems
HeatingBaseboard
CoolingCeiling Fan(s)
Water / SewerPublic, Well / Septic Tank
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAttached, Boat Storage, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Guest, Inside Entrance, RV Storage, Open, Paved
Garage2 spaces
Fireplaces1
FencingFenced
Lot1.00 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood94945
Annual tax$29,049
Parcel14311052
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths3
Features & details
15 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Open Beam Ceiling
Appliances
Built-In Gas Range
Built-In Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Disposal
Double Oven
Range Hood
Tankless Water Heater
Flooring
Carpet
Wood
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s)
Laundry
In Garage
Fireplace
Insert
Living Room
Wood Burning Stove
Windows
Dual Pane Full
Exterior Features
Parking
Attached
Boat Storage
Garage Door Opener
Garage Faces Front
Guest
Inside Entrance
RV Storage
Open
Paved
Patio & Porch
Front Porch
Deck
Lot Features
Auto Sprinkler F&R
Sprinklers In Front
Flag Lot
Garden
Private
Views
Pasture
Pool Features
In Ground
Fenced
Heat None
Pool Sweep
Utilities
Cable Available
Other Structures
Barn(s)
Gazebo
Greenhouse
Guest House
Shed(s)
Room details
7 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Walk-In Closet(s)
Bedroom
UpperMaster Bathroom
Double VanityShower Stall(s)
Bathroom
UpperDouble VanityTub w/Shower Over
Dining Room
MainDining/Living Combo
Kitchen
MainKitchen Island
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market524
Est. value$2,551,200
Est. rent$6,631/mo
Tax rate1.13%
Price/sqft$842
On marketSep 23, 2024
PostedSep 23, 2024
Last sold$2,495,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedOct 30, 2024
Tour days6
Views20
Favorites1
How are the schools in Novato?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Novato, CA, 94945
Price history
7 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Oct 30, 2024Sold$2,495,000$842BAREIS
Oct 19, 2024Pending Sale$2,495,000$842BAREIS
Oct 3, 2024Contingent$2,495,000$842BAREIS
Sep 23, 2024Listed For Sale$2,495,000$842BAREIS
Aug 3, 2012Sold$700,000$236Public Record
Feb 24, 2006Sold$1,150,000$388Public Record
Oct 30, 2002Sold$875,000$295Public Record
Sold$2,495,000
Oct 30, 2024•$842/sqft•BAREIS
Pending Sale$2,495,000
Oct 19, 2024•$842/sqft•BAREIS
Contingent$2,495,000
Oct 3, 2024•$842/sqft•BAREIS
Listed For Sale$2,495,000
Sep 23, 2024•$842/sqft•BAREIS
Sold$700,000
Aug 3, 2012•$236/sqft•Public Record
Sold$1,150,000
Feb 24, 2006•$388/sqft•Public Record
Sold$875,000
Oct 30, 2002•$295/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 8, 2025$29,049$2,495,000
Apr 8, 2024$10,695$845,068
Apr 8, 2023$10,472$828,499
Apr 8, 2022$10,198$812,259
Apr 8, 2021$10,090$796,334
Apr 8, 2020$9,988$788,172
Apr 8, 2019$9,536$772,723
Apr 8, 2018$9,396$757,575
Apr 8, 2017$9,223$742,721
Apr 8, 2016$8,536$728,161
Apr 8, 2015$8,406$717,227
Apr 8, 2014$8,263$703,178
Apr 8, 2013—$700,000
Apr 8, 2012—$819,375
Apr 8, 2011—$862,500
Apr 8, 2010—$862,500
Apr 8, 2009—$862,500
Apr 8, 2008—$1,046,500
Apr 8, 2007—$1,173,000
Apr 8, 2006—$927,342
Apr 8, 2005—$909,160
Apr 8, 2004—$891,336
Apr 8, 2003—$875,000
Apr 8, 2002—$306,460
Apr 8, 2001—$300,452
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Novato, CA • Marin County
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Nearby zip codes
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