1517 Brown St blends classic Craftsman charm with thoughtful modern updates in a prime Martinez location. Rich hardwood floors, detailed trim work, and abundant natural light create a warm, inviting feel, while the renovated kitchen features shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The spacious primary bedroom overlooks the private backyard and offers a generous walk-in closet, and a dedicated laundry room adds everyday convenience. Enjoy a cozy home, detached garage, and close proximity to downtown Martinez, Amtrak, and easy access to I-680 and Highway 4.
Sold for $550,000
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$550,000
1517 Brown St, Martinez, CA 94553
1beds
888sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1918
3,920 Square Feet Lot
$536,700 Zestimate®
$619/sqft
$1,983 Estimated rent
Home value
$536,700
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Classic craftsman charmDetailed trim workAbundant natural lightDetached garageOverlooks the private backyardGenerous walk-in closetThoughtful modern updates
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Listed by:
Justin Saephanh DRE #02195901 510-967-1413,
Exp Realty Of California, Inc.
Bought with:
Teresa Rollins, DRE #01919100
Re/max Gold
Source: CCAR,MLS#: 41120619
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: 1 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Main Entry
Kitchen
- Features: Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Range/Oven Free Standing, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Dryer, Washer, Water Softener
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Common Area
Features
- Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 888
- Total interior livable area: 888 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 3,920 Square Feet
- Features: Premium Lot, Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 3740310069
- Special conditions: Standard
- Other equipment: Irrigation Equipment
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1918
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Laundry
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: La Salle Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Martinez
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $619/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $506,353
- Annual tax amount: $6,822
- Date on market: 2/13/2026
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/10/2026 | Sold | $550,000+10.2%$619/sqft |
Source:  CCAR #41120619 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2026 | Pending sale | $498,888$562/sqft |
Source: CCAR #41120619 Report a problem | ||
| 2/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $498,888+7.8%$562/sqft |
Source: CCAR #41120619 Report a problem | ||
| 11/15/2019 | Sold | $463,000+11.6%$521/sqft |
Source: CCAR #40887306 Report a problem | ||
| 10/28/2019 | Listed for sale | $415,000+48.2%$467/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Realty #40887306 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2014 | Sold | $280,000$315/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,822 +4.6% | $506,353 +2% |
| 2024 | $6,522 +1.8% | $496,426 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,404 +1.7% | $486,693 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,300 +2.8% | $477,151 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,127 +2% | $467,796 +1% |
| 2020 | $6,009 +44.3% | $463,000 +53.5% |
| 2019 | $4,166 +3.5% | $301,666 +2% |
| 2018 | $4,026 +1.9% | $295,752 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,951 +7.3% | $289,954 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,680 +302% | $284,269 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $916 | $280,000 +723.1% |
| 2014 | $916 | $34,019 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $33,866 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $33,203 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $32,553 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $32,310 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $32,388 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $31,754 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $31,132 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $30,522 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $29,925 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $29,339 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $28,802 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $28,238 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $27,685 |
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Neighborhood: 94553
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- 5/10Las Juntas Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.8 mi
- 7/10Martinez Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 8/10Alhambra Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.9 mi
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