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    • $4,795,000

    281 Karen Way, Belvedere Tiburon, CA 94920

    5beds
    3,131sqft
    : 
    $33,251/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1953
    0.91 Acres Lot
    $5,004,000 Zestimate®
    $1,531/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Stunning kitchenAbundant natural lightOversized island with seatingCurated finishesTerraced gardensLuxurious stainless-steel appliancesBuilt-in dcs bbq
    Spectacular Modern residence! 2024 luxury renovation and extensive expansion. Exceptional two-level design with soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, rich hardwood floors and curated finishes. Featuring 5 bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms. Stunning kitchen with luxurious stainless-steel appliances, oversized island with seating, and a spacious pantry room with laundry. Showcasing 10.5-ft glass sliders for effortless indoor-outdoor living to a walk-out entertaining courtyard with fireplace and portico for year-round al fresco dining with radiant heat and built-in DCS BBQ. Set on nearly an acre of private sun-drenched land with waterless grass, terraced gardens and an expansive area with separate entrance. Eco-conscious living with solar energy, 4-zone radiant heat and strategically placed Mitsubishi split-system for efficient AC and Heat. One car garage plus onsite parking. Located in the sought-after Bel Aire neighborhood with its wide tree-lined streets, restaurants, shops and cafs. Bel Aire Elementary school is around the corner. Easy access to San Francisco.
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    Likely to sell faster than

    Zillow last checked:

    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Michael J. King DRE #01212875 415-377-1761,

    King Real Estate Brokerage 415-377-1761

    Source: SFAR,MLS#: 326059828MLS LogoOriginating MLS: San Francisco Association of REALTORS

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      Rooms
      • Room types: Great Room
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Walk-In Closet, Ground Floor
      • Area: 0
      • Dimensions: 0 x 0
      Bedroom 1
      • Area: 0
      • Dimensions: 0 x 0
      Bedroom 2
      • Area: 0
      • Dimensions: 0 x 0
      Bedroom 3
      • Area: 0
      • Dimensions: 0 x 0
      Bedroom 4
      • Area: 0
      • Dimensions: 0 x 0
      Primary bathroom
      • Features: Window, Walk-In Closet, Tub, Skylight/Solar Tube, Shower Stall(s), Radiant Heat, Double Vanity
      Bathroom
      • Features: Window, Tile, Skylight/Solar Tube, Shower Stall(s), Radiant Heat, Closet
      Dining room
      • Features: Formal Area
      • Area: 0
      • Dimensions: 0 x 0
      Family room
      • Area: 0
      • Dimensions: 0 x 0
      Kitchen
      • Features: Pantry Closet, Marble Counter, Kitchen Island, Breakfast Area
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 0
      • Dimensions: 0 x 0
      Living room
      • Features: Great Room
      • Area: 0
      • Dimensions: 0 x 0
      Heating
      • Radiant Floor, Radiant, Heat Pump, Gas, Fireplace Insert, Electric
      Cooling
      • Zoned, Ceiling Fan(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Wine Refrigerator, Warming Drawer, Microwave, Range Hood, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer
      Features
      • Flooring: Wood, Tile, Carpet
      • Windows: Skylight(s), Double Pane Windows
      • Basement: None
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      • Fireplace features: Outside, Living Room, Gas Starter
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,131
      • Total interior livable area: 3,131 sqft
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 3
      • Parking features: Driveway, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+, Inside Entrance, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Attached
      • Attached garage spaces: 1
      • Uncovered spaces: 2
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Exterior features: Outdoor Grill
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: Hills
      Lot
      • Size: 0.91 Acres
      • Features: Landscape Front, Landscaped
      Details
      • Parcel number: 03412246
      • Zoning description: Other
      • Special conditions: Standard

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Modern/High Tech
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Stucco
      • Foundation: Slab, Raised
      • Roof: Composition
      Condition
      • Year built: 1953

      Utilities & green energy

      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Water District, Public
      • Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Public, Electricity Available
      Green energy
      • Energy efficient items: Heating, HVAC
      • Energy generation: Solar

      Community & HOA

      HOA
      • Has HOA: No
      Location
      • Region: Belvedere Tiburon
      • Elevation: 0

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $1,531/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $1,288,515
      • Annual tax amount: $16,978
      • Price range: $4.8M - $4.8M
      • Date on market: 7/14/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 23 days
      • Total actual rent: 0
      • Road surface type: Paved

        Estimated market value

        $5,004,000

        $4.75M - $5.25M

        $5,843/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/21/2026Pending sale$4,795,000$1,531/sqft
        Source: SFAR #326059828 Report a problem
        7/15/2026Listed for sale$4,795,000+942.4%$1,531/sqft
        Source: SFAR #326059828 Report a problem
        7/7/1999Sold$460,000+48.4%$147/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem
        9/30/1994Sold$310,000$99/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$16,978 +3.2%$1,288,515 +1.8%
        2024$16,455 +80.5%$1,266,173 +108.8%
        2023$9,116 +9.4%$606,289 +11.2%
        2022$8,335 +5.7%$545,152 +10.5%
        2021$7,886 -16.8%$493,573 -22.9%
        2020$9,476 +3%$639,836 +2%
        2019$9,198 +6.5%$627,293 +2%
        2018$8,634 +3.1%$614,996 +2%
        2017$8,377 +5.8%$602,940 +2%
        2016$7,914 +1.8%$591,119 +1.5%
        2015$7,773 +3.5%$582,241 +2%
        2014$7,511 $570,836 +0.5%
        2013-- $568,259 +2%
        2012-- $557,118 +2%
        2011-- $546,195 +0.8%
        2010-- $542,116 -0.2%
        2009-- $543,405 +2%
        2008-- $532,750 +2%
        2007-- $522,305 +2%
        2006-- $512,066 +2%
        2005-- $502,026 +2%
        2004-- $492,183 +1.9%
        2003-- $483,163 +2%
        2002-- $473,693 +2%
        2001-- $464,405
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 94920

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
        28 / 100
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