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    1286 Center Ave, Martinez, CA 94553

    4beds
    1,681sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1968
    0.3 Acres Lot
    $964,400 Zestimate®
    $589/sqft
    $4,326 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $964,400

    $868,000 - $1.07M

    $4,326/mo

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    What's special

    Remodeled fireplace and mantlePrivate swing setSpacious yardOne-third of an acreTwo storage shedsNew flooring and carpetUpdated filtration systems
    Nestled on one-third of an acre in the heart of Martinez, this beautifully updated home blends comfort, community, and the "it feels good to be home" vibe we all crave. Enjoy indoor-outdoor living with a newly resurfaced pool featuring updated filtration systems, including a new skimmer and vacuum. At the back of the lot, unwind on your private swing set and relive the joy of childhood with friends and family. The spacious yard includes two storage sheds, one wired with electricity, a pool shed, and a large bird enclosure that can easily be repurposed as a chicken coop for fresh, homegrown eggs. Inside, recent upgrades include fresh interior and exterior paint, new flooring and carpet, and updated windows and sliding glass doors that flood the space with natural light. A remodeled fireplace and mantle add a cozy focal point to the dining area. Whether relaxing poolside, enjoying your private retreat, or heading to historic downtown, this home offers a well-balanced lifestyle in a city by the delta with waterfront views, festivals, and a vibrant farmers market just minutes away. For a complete list of updates and renovations, ask for access to the disclosures!

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    Listed by:

    Jayesh Karamchandani DRE #01997106 209-241-7354,

    Real Broker

    Bought with:

    Jayesh Karamchandani, DRE #01997106

    Real Broker

    Source: MetroList Services of CA,MLS#: 225084446Originating MLS: MetroList Services, Inc.

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Closet, Ground Floor, Outside Access
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: Shower Stall(s), Granite Counters, Tile, Window
    Dining room
    • Features: Breakfast Nook, Dining/Family Combo
    Kitchen
    • Features: Quartz Counter
    Heating
    • Central, Fireplace(s), Gas
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
    Appliances
    • Laundry: Sink, Hookups Only, In Garage
    Features
    • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile, Wood
    • Number of fireplaces: 1
    • Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 1,681 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front
    • Attached garage spaces: 2
    Features
    • Stories: 1
    • Exterior features: Dog Run
    • Has private pool: Yes
    • Pool features: In Ground, Pool Sweep, Gunite
    • Fencing: Back Yard,Chain Link,Wood,Fenced,Front Yard
    Lot
    • Size: 0.3 Acres
    • Features: Meadow West, Corner Lot, Curb(s)/Gutter(s), Irregular Lot, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
    Details
    • Additional structures: Shed(s), Storage, Other
    • Parcel number: 1623820139
    • Zoning description: R1
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Stucco, Frame
    • Foundation: Raised
    • Roof: Shingle,Composition
    Condition
    • Year built: 1968

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Meter on Site, Public
    • Utilities for property: Public, Cable Connected, Electric, Natural Gas Connected

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: Martinez

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $589/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $776,425
    • Annual tax amount: $9,906
    • Price range: $989.8K - $990K
    • Date on market: 6/27/2025
    • Road surface type: Asphalt

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/12/2025Sold$990,000+0%$589/sqft
    Source: MetroList Services of CA #225084446 Report a problem
    9/3/2025Pending sale$989,750$589/sqft
    Source: MetroList Services of CA #225084446 Report a problem
    8/30/2025Contingent$989,750-3.8%$589/sqft
    Source: MetroList Services of CA #225084446 Report a problem
    8/21/2025Price change$1,029,000-2%$612/sqft
    Source: MetroList Services of CA #225084446 Report a problem
    6/27/2025Listed for sale$1,050,000+57%$625/sqft
    Source: MetroList Services of CA #225084446 Report a problem
    4/19/2017Sold$669,000-1.5%$398/sqft
    Source: CCAR #40761545 Report a problem
    4/4/2017Pending sale$679,000$404/sqft
    Source: Help-U-Sell Golden Homes #40761545 Report a problem
    4/4/2017Listed for sale$679,000$404/sqft
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    1/12/2017Listing removed$679,000$404/sqft
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    12/24/2016Listed for sale$679,000$404/sqft
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    12/15/2016Pending sale$679,000$404/sqft
    Source: Help-U-Sell Golden Homes #40761545 Report a problem
    11/14/2016Price change$679,000-1.6%$404/sqft
    Source: Help-U-Sell Golden Homes #40761545 Report a problem
    10/20/2016Price change$690,000-0.7%$410/sqft
    Source: Help-U-Sell Golden Homes #40761545 Report a problem
    10/5/2016Listed for sale$695,000$413/sqft
    Source: Cole Real Estate #40748394 Report a problem
    8/2/2016Listing removed$695,000$413/sqft
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    7/9/2016Listed for sale$695,000$413/sqft
    Source: Cole Real Estate #40748394 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$9,906 +2.1%$776,425 +2%
    2024$9,697 +2.3%$761,202 +2%
    2023$9,475 +1.5%$746,277 +2%
    2022$9,331 +2.9%$731,645 +2%
    2021$9,064 +1.7%$717,300 +1%
    2020$8,912 +1.8%$709,946 +2%
    2019$8,756 +2.3%$696,027 +2%
    2018$8,563 +96.9%$682,380 +112.6%
    2017$4,348 +4.6%$320,928 +2%
    2016$4,155 +2%$314,637 +1.5%
    2015$4,075 $309,912 +2%
    2014$4,075 $303,842 +0.5%
    2013-- $302,470 +2%
    2012-- $296,540 +2%
    2011-- $290,727 +0.8%
    2010-- $288,555 -0.2%
    2009-- $289,242 +2%
    2008-- $283,572 +2%
    2007-- $278,013 +2%
    2006-- $272,563 +2%
    2005-- $267,219 +2%
    2004-- $261,980 +1.9%
    2003-- $257,179 +2%
    2002-- $252,138 +2%
    2001-- $247,196
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