Active
$419,000
2beds
980sqft
1540 Center Road #388, Novato, CA 94947
2beds
980sqft
Condominium
Built in 1975
1 Attached garage space
$428 price/sqft
$522/mo HOA
What's special
Community poolTreetop privacyEasy natural lightTop-floor livingGenerous cabinet spaceUpdated appliancesGood closet space
Top-floor living at Center Place, in the heart of Central Novato. Sunlight, quiet, and treetop privacy come standard on the building's uppermost level, where an open living and dining area opens to a private balcony with views toward Marin's rolling hills. The kitchen offers updated appliances and generous cabinet space, and ...
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Source: BAREIS,MLS#: 326066047
Originating MLS: Marin County
Originating MLS: Marin CountyTravel times
Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Peter J Schardt DRE #01702383 415-328-2637,
Berkshire Hathaway 415-329-6788
Source: BAREIS,MLS#: 326066047Originating MLS: Marin County
Originating MLS: Marin CountyFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Primary bathroom
- Features: Fiberglass, Tub w/Shower Over
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Heating
- Electric
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Electric Oven, Free-Standing Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Range Hood
- Laundry: Other
Features
- Elevator
- Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum
- Basement: None
- Has fireplace: No
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above
Interior area
- Total structure area: 980
- Total interior livable area: 980 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Shared Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Entry location: Upper Level
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Pool features: In Ground, Community, Fenced
Lot
- Size: 1,119 Square Feet
- Features: Landscape Front
Details
- Parcel number: 14040088
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Greenbelt, Coin Laundry, Pool
- Services included: Common Areas, Elevator, Insurance on Structure, Maintenance Structure, Pool, Roof, Sewer, Trash
- HOA fee: $522 monthly
- HOA name: Center Place HOA
- HOA phone: 415-322-7900
Location
- Region: Novato
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $428/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $227,457
- Annual tax amount: $3,494
- Date on market: 8/4/2026
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $419,000+183.1%$428/sqft |
Source:  BAREIS #326066047 Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2000 | Sold | $148,000$151/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,494 +6.3% | $227,457 +2% |
| 2024 | $3,287 +2.1% | $222,999 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,219 +2.6% | $218,626 +2% |
| 2022 | $3,138 -3.8% | $214,341 +2% |
| 2021 | $3,261 +4.6% | $210,138 +1% |
| 2020 | $3,119 +1.7% | $207,985 +2% |
| 2019 | $3,066 +1.8% | $203,907 +2% |
| 2018 | $3,010 -0.8% | $199,911 +2% |
| 2017 | $3,035 +7.3% | $195,991 +2% |
| 2016 | $2,828 +2% | $192,149 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $2,772 +2.9% | $189,263 +2% |
| 2014 | $2,694 | $185,555 +5.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $175,778 +5% |
| 2012 | -- | $167,408 -5% |
| 2011 | -- | $176,219 |
| 2010 | -- | $176,219 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $176,638 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $173,175 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $169,780 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $166,451 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $163,188 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $159,988 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $157,057 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $153,979 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $150,960 |
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Monthly payment
Est. payment
$3,063/mo
Principal & interest
$2146
HOA Fees
$522
Property taxes
$395
Estimated market value
$414,100
$393,000 - $435,000
$2,901/mo
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Neighborhood: 94947
Nearby schools
Rancho Elementary School
Grades K-5 • 0.3 miles7/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
8/10Student Progress Rating
5/10San Jose Middle
Grades 6-8 • 1.7 miles5/10
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Test Score Rating
6/10Student Progress Rating
4/10Novato High School
Grades 9-12 • 0.7 miles8/10
GreatSchools® Rating
Test Score Rating
7/10College Readiness Rating
8/10