Described best as peaceful, tucked away at the top of a private lane in Laurel Heights, this 1932 two-bedroom, one-bath home offers a rare opportunity to restore and reimagine a piece of history. Brimming with original character, the home features lovely hardwood floors. The expansive living room is perfect for enjoying music, thanks to its naturally warm acoustics and the stunning wood ceiling. Oversized windows add natural light at the front of the home, while a detached redwood view deck in the back invites you to unwind and enjoy the park-like setting with beautiful views of the Sonoma Mountains. (you may even catch a snowy peak on occasion!) The front dining room along with a separate multi-use space provide options for flexible living styles. At the garage level, a naturally temperate subterranean space offers ideal conditions for a future wine cellar or creative work area. Though the home has areas in need of attention, it offers a unique canvas for those eager to bring new life to a property with soul, space, and potential. Petaluma's Economic Development Division describes this western neighborhood as Petaluma's Park Place. Full of historic architecture, it is considered one of the most coveted in Petaluma. Don't miss this opportunity to own here!
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$750,000
20 Laurel Avenue, Petaluma, CA 94952
2beds
1,494sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1932
6,507 Square Feet Lot
$752,000 Zestimate®
$502/sqft
$2,882 Estimated rent
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$752,000
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Original characterOversized windowsSeparate multi-use spacePark-like settingPrivate laneFront dining roomDetached redwood view deck
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Listed by:
Hilary Thomas DRE #02069128 707-293-4493,
Compass 707-774-8600
Bought with:
Autymn Garvisch, DRE #02070958
KB Properties
Source: BAREIS,MLS#: 325047406
Originating MLS: Sonoma
Originating MLS: SonomaFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Baths Other, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Loft, Master Bedroom, Storage
Bedroom
- Level: Main,Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Formal Area
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Great Room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Free-Standing Gas Oven, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Basement
Features
- Flooring: Linoleum, Wood
- Basement: Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,494
- Total interior livable area: 1,494 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Attached, Restrictions, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Hills
Lot
- Size: 6,507 Square Feet
- Features: Landscape Front, Low Maintenance, Private
Details
- Parcel number: 008351045000
- Special conditions: Offer As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Brick/Mortar, Combination
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1932
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, DSL Available, Electricity Connected, Internet Available, Natural Gas Connected, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Petaluma
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $502/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $43,742
- Annual tax amount: $732
- Date on market: 5/23/2025
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/9/2025 | Sold | $750,000-5.7%$502/sqft |
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| 9/5/2025 | Pending sale | $795,000$532/sqft |
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| 8/27/2025 | Contingent | $795,000$532/sqft |
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| 7/10/2025 | Price change | $795,000-4.8%$532/sqft |
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| 6/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $835,000$559/sqft |
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| 6/13/2025 | Contingent | $835,000$559/sqft |
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| 5/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $835,000$559/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $732 +5% | $43,742 +2% |
| 2024 | $697 +15.7% | $42,885 +2% |
| 2023 | $603 +0.7% | $42,045 +2% |
| 2022 | $599 +1.4% | $41,221 +2% |
| 2021 | $590 -0.7% | $40,414 +1% |
| 2020 | $594 +0.9% | $40,001 +2% |
| 2019 | $589 +0.3% | $39,217 +2% |
| 2018 | $587 +1.6% | $38,449 +2% |
| 2017 | $578 +3.9% | $37,696 +2% |
| 2016 | $556 +1.1% | $36,958 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $550 +0.4% | $36,404 +2% |
| 2014 | $548 -99% | $35,692 +0.5% |
| 2013 | $53,178 | $35,532 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $34,837 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $34,154 +0.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $33,900 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $33,981 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $33,315 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $32,663 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $32,024 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $31,397 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $30,782 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $30,217 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $29,626 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $29,046 +2% |
| 2000 | -- | $28,476 |
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Neighborhood: 94952
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