Charming Modern Farmhouse Bungalow near Downtown Martinez! This beautifully updated home blends vintage character with modern conveniences. Step inside to find an open living room and dining room with built in cabinetry. The adjacent showstopping light-filled kitchen features quartz countertops, deep blue painted cabinetry with aged gold hardware, a center island, countertop bar range and ample storage. Primary bedroom has walk-in closet and a woodsy-vibe spa-like bath offering shower with white tile & decorative insets & vessel sink. Sparkling hall bath features jetted tub with white tile surround & pedestal sink. Laundry/mudroom has pantry closet and space for 2nd frig. More features: Hardwood floors, vinyl plank in kitchen and baths, recessed lighting, newer dual pane windows, ceiling fans, newer electrical, central heat, and a security camera system. Outdoors, the fenced front yard welcomes you with a synthetic lawn and vegetable garden and a front porch to sit and visit. The backyard is perfect for entertaining or relaxing, offering a synthetic lawn, crushed granite lounging area, raised garden beds, and a storage shed. A detached oversize garage and canning basement offer extra functionality. Close to downtown shops, restaurants & Farmer's Market, parks and the waterfront!
Sold for $699,000
$699,000
1617 Castro St, Martinez, CA 94553
2beds
1,101sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 1920
3,920.4 Square Feet Lot
$681,900 Zestimate®
$635/sqft
$3,036 Estimated rent
Home value
$681,900
Estimated sales range
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Canning basementFront porchFenced front yardCenter islandSpa-like bathShowstopping light-filled kitchenRaised garden beds
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Listed by:
Leslie Mills DRE #00798045 925-683-0925,
Coldwell Banker
Bought with:
Jacob Murray, DRE #02088483
Redfin
Source: CCAR,MLS#: 41110625
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Over Tub, Tub with Jets, Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Baths, Window
Kitchen
- Features: Counter - Solid Surface, Dishwasher, Gas Range/Cooktop, Kitchen Island, Pantry, Range/Oven Free Standing, Updated Kitchen
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Wall/Window Unit(s), See Remarks
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Free-Standing Range
- Laundry: Hookups Only, Laundry Room
Features
- Counter - Solid Surface, Pantry, Updated Kitchen
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Windows: Screens, Window Coverings
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,101
- Total interior livable area: 1,101 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage, Off Street
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Garden/Play
- Pool features: None
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 3,920 sqft
- Features: Level, Back Yard, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 3723140087
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Foundation: Raised
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1920
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Martinez
- Subdivision: Downtown Martine
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2025 | Sold | $699,000$635/sqft |
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| 10/7/2025 | Pending sale | $699,000$635/sqft |
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| 9/28/2025 | Price change | $699,000-2.2%$635/sqft |
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| 9/11/2025 | Listed for sale | $715,000+85.7%$649/sqft |
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| 9/2/2016 | Sold | $385,000-3.7%$350/sqft |
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| 8/4/2016 | Pending sale | $399,900$363/sqft |
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| 7/30/2016 | Listed for sale | $399,900$363/sqft |
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| 7/21/2016 | Pending sale | $399,900$363/sqft |
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| 6/27/2016 | Listed for sale | $399,900+80.1%$363/sqft |
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| 5/5/2009 | Sold | $222,000-5.6%$202/sqft |
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| 12/29/2008 | Sold | $235,110-46.6%$214/sqft |
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| 9/1/2006 | Sold | $440,000$400/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,228 +4.6% | $455,742 +2% |
| 2024 | $5,955 +1.9% | $446,807 +2% |
| 2023 | $5,847 +1.6% | $438,047 +2% |
| 2022 | $5,752 +3% | $429,459 +2% |
| 2021 | $5,585 +2.1% | $421,040 +1% |
| 2020 | $5,473 +2.9% | $416,724 +4% |
| 2019 | $5,319 +3.2% | $400,554 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,152 +1.7% | $392,700 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,064 +58% | $385,000 +59.4% |
| 2016 | $3,204 +5.3% | $241,492 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $3,043 | $237,865 +2% |
| 2014 | $3,043 | $233,206 +3.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $225,000 +12.5% |
| 2012 | -- | $200,000 -2% |
| 2011 | -- | $204,000 |
| 2010 | -- | $204,000 -7.3% |
| 2009 | -- | $220,000 -40.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $368,000 -16.4% |
| 2007 | -- | $440,000 +449.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $80,129 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $78,559 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $77,019 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $75,608 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $74,127 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $72,674 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 94553
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10John Muir Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1 mi
- 7/10Martinez Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 8/10Alhambra Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: Martinez (925) 335-5800
Source: CCAR. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- California
- Contra Costa County
- Martinez
- 94553
- 1617 Castro St
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