Back on the market. Fantastic Fixer Opportunity in Prime Novato Location! Attention investors, contractors, and handy buyers this 3-bedroom home offers strong potential in a desirable Novato neighborhood. Located close to shopping, dining, and Highway 101 for easy commuting. The property features a spacious backyard with beautiful views of Slade Park and plenty of room to add an ADU. A rare chance to create value in a sought-after area. Don't miss it! Sale of property is pending court approval.
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$599,000
581 Louis Dr, Novato, CA 94945
3beds
972sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
6,669 Square Feet Lot
$589,300 Zestimate®
$616/sqft
$3,673 Estimated rent
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$589,300
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Listed by:
Clarence Chavis DRE #02043532 916-347-0726,
Trust Properties USA, Inc.
Bought with:
Kristie Martinelli Team, DRE #01943588
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MetroList Services of CA,MLS#: 325081227Originating MLS: MetroList Services, Inc.
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Living Room
Primary bathroom
- Features: Tub w/Shower Over
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Area
Heating
- Wall Furnace
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Flooring: Wood
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 972 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: RV Possible, Garage Faces Front, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Fencing: Wood
Lot
- Size: 6,669 Square Feet
- Features: Low Maintenance, Landscape Front, Landscape Back
- Topography: Level,Level
Details
- Parcel number: 15315502
- Special conditions: Trust
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Stucco
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 3 Phase
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Sewer Connected, Public, Internet Available, Electric
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Novato
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $616/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $76,895
- Price range: $599K - $599K
- Date on market: 9/20/2026
- Road surface type: Asphalt
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/15/2026 | Sold | $599,000$616/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #325081227 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2026 | Pending sale | $599,000$616/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #325081227 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2026 | Contingent | $599,000$616/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #325081227 Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $599,000$616/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #325081227 Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2025 | Pending sale | $599,000$616/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #325081227 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $599,000$616/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #325081227 Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2025 | Pending sale | $599,000$616/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #325081227 Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $599,000$616/sqft |
Source: MetroList Services of CA #325081227 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $76,895 +2% |
| 2025 | $1,692 +2.4% | $75,388 +2% |
| 2024 | $1,652 +4.5% | $73,910 +2% |
| 2023 | $1,580 +4.4% | $72,461 +2% |
| 2022 | $1,514 +0.7% | $71,040 +2.1% |
| 2021 | $1,503 +8.2% | $69,609 +1% |
| 2020 | $1,390 +2.1% | $68,895 +2% |
| 2019 | $1,361 +2.2% | $67,545 +2% |
| 2018 | $1,332 +2.4% | $66,221 +2% |
| 2017 | $1,302 +6.8% | $64,922 +2% |
| 2016 | $1,219 +2.3% | $63,650 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $1,192 +4.6% | $62,694 +2% |
| 2014 | $1,139 | $61,465 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $61,188 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $59,988 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $58,813 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $58,373 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $58,512 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $57,365 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $56,240 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $55,138 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $54,057 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $52,997 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $52,025 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $51,006 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $50,006 |
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Neighborhood: 94945
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Rancho Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.8 mi
- 5/10San Jose MiddleGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.8 mi
- 8/10Novato High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 mi
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- California
- Marin County
- Novato
- 94945
- 581 Louis Dr
