Welcome to this light-filled two-story home offering three bedrooms plus a versatile loft, 2.5 baths, and a two-car garage. Fresh contemporary interior paint and brand-new carpet create a clean, move-in-ready feel, while high ceilings throughout enhance the sense of space and natural light. The main living areas flow easily for everyday living and entertaining, and the flexible loft is ideal for a home office, playroom, or media space. Step outside to a private patio yard enclosed by a lush vegetation wall, complete with a soothing ambiance fountain. Enjoy your own quiet retreat. Well-designed, refreshed, and inviting, this home blends comfort, functionality, and privacy in a convenient Martinez location. The HOA community offers a playground and nicely manicured grounds throughout. The community is minutes from 680 freeway access north to Benicia and south toward Walnut Creek.
Sold for $815,000
$815,000
517 Falling Star Dr, Martinez, CA 94553
3beds
2,146sqft
Residential, Single Family Residence
Built in 2012
3,484.8 Square Feet Lot
$788,700 Zestimate®
$380/sqft
$4,258 Estimated rent
Home value
$788,700
$710,000 - $875,000
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Light-filled two-story homeSoothing ambiance fountainFresh contemporary interior paintBrand-new carpetHigh ceilings throughout
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Listed by:
Lauren Holloway DRE #01393592 925-285-1728,
Compass,
Rebecca Burns DRE #01952765 925-788-1203,
Compass
Bought with:
Julie McCoy, DRE #01260930
Lpt Realty
Source: CCAR,MLS#: 41121492
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Partial bathrooms: 1
Bathroom
- Features: Stall Shower
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface, Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Disposal, Gas Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Refrigerator
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Common Area
Features
- Breakfast Bar, Counter - Solid Surface
- Flooring: Carpet
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Gas
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,146
- Total interior livable area: 2,146 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Entry location: No Steps to Entry
- Exterior features: Dog Run
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 3,484 sqft
- Features: Court
Details
- Parcel number: 1615800339
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Residential, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Existing
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2012
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: No Solar
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Martinez
- Subdivision: Belmont Terrace
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- HOA fee: $198 monthly
- Amenities included: Playground
- Services included: Common Area Maint
- Association name: NOT LISTED
- Association phone: 925-228-4710
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/17/2026 | Sold | $815,000+2%$380/sqft |
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| 2/1/2026 | Pending sale | $799,000$372/sqft |
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| 1/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $799,000+97.5%$372/sqft |
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| 7/25/2012 | Sold | $404,500$188/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,233 +4.4% | $497,853 +2% |
| 2024 | $6,927 +2.6% | $488,092 +2% |
| 2023 | $6,753 +2.8% | $478,523 +2% |
| 2022 | $6,570 +2.9% | $469,141 +2% |
| 2021 | $6,383 +1.6% | $459,943 +1% |
| 2020 | $6,284 +2% | $455,228 +2% |
| 2019 | $6,160 +5.7% | $446,302 +2% |
| 2018 | $5,826 +1.4% | $437,552 +2% |
| 2017 | $5,743 +7.3% | $428,974 +2% |
| 2016 | $5,354 +2.2% | $420,564 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $5,236 | $414,248 +2% |
| 2014 | $5,236 | $406,135 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $404,300 +241.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $118,320 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $116,000 -7.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $125,000 |
| 2009 | -- | $125,000 -34.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $192,154 |
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Neighborhood: 94553
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Las Juntas Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10Martinez Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.6 mi
- 8/10Alhambra Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
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