Serene Hillside Sanctuary with Iconic Mt. Tam Views! Perched above the heart of downtown, 148 Ridgeway Ave is the quintessential Fairfax retreat you’ve been waiting for. This charming 2-bedroom cottage blends mid-century character with natural serenity, featuring soaring open-beam cathedral ceilings and walls of glass that frame stunning views of the hills and Mt. Tamalpais. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living with a spacious view deck—perfect for morning coffee or sunset entertaining. With a flexible lower-level bonus room (ideal for a home office or music studio) and a street-to-street lot just steps from world-class hiking trails and vibrant local dining, this home offers the ultimate Marin lifestyle.
Single-familyProperty Type
1963Year Built
2,756 sq ftLot Size
$783Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Lennart Persson•DRE #02075210• Compass
Bought with Jason Holmes•DRE #01355552• Holmes Burrell Real Estate
Est. $2,043 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 148 Ridgeway Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #41123191
May 5, 2026
Sold
$930,000
$783/sq ft
Apr 23, 2026
Pending
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Apr 18, 2026
Price Changed
$930,000
$783/sq ft
Mar 12, 2026
Price Changed
$960,900
$809/sq ft
Feb 6, 2026
Listed
$989,900
$833/sq ft
BAREIS #325024087
Sep 5, 2025
Price Changed
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Jun 3, 2025
Price Changed
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Apr 18, 2025
Price Changed
*
Apr 11, 2025
Listed
*
BAREIS #321026418
May 28, 2021
Sold
$925,000
$779/sq ft
May 6, 2021
Pending
—
Apr 21, 2021
Listed
$925,000
$779/sq ft
Adorable 2 bedroom cottage overlooking Downtown Fairfax! Cute as-is or create your own luxe retreat. Open floor plan upstairs, with living room opening to view deck. Separate dining area. The kitchen has a gas stove and ample cabinet space. Downstairs, there are two bedrooms with large closets. The laundry is located in an alcove in the large bathroom. Extra storage rooms down, including a large semi-finished room with window looking out to view, perfect for a variety of uses (work shop, music studio, office?). Street to street lot that extends nearly downtown. Super convenient location close to downtown Fairfax and open space trails.
Public Records
Aug 31, 1989
Sold
$253,500
$213/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 5, 1985
Sold
$111,500
$94/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,559 (+3.7%)
$607,233 + $414,022
$1,021,255
2024
$15,010 (+1.2%)
$595,331 + $405,907
$1,001,238
2023
$14,827 (+1.2%)
$583,660 + $397,950
$981,610
2022
$14,655 (+78.2%)
$572,220 + $390,150
$962,370
2021
$8,224 (+1.8%)
$561,000 + $382,500
$943,500
2020
$8,081 (+3.1%)
$174,931 + $256,098
$431,029
2019
$7,841 (+5.2%)
$173,138 + $253,473
$426,611
2018
$7,453 (+2.3%)
$169,744 + $248,504
$418,248
2017
$7,283 (+4.7%)
$163,154 + $238,856
$402,010
2016
$6,959 (+0.8%)
$163,154 + $238,856
$402,010
2015
$6,902 (+5.3%)
$159,955 + $234,174
$394,129
2014
$6,557 (+0.4%)
$154,467 + $226,139
$380,606
2013
$6,529 (+1.7%)
$154,467 + $226,139
$380,606
2012
$6,421 (+3.8%)
$153,769 + $225,118
$378,887
2011
$6,184 (+4.4%)
$150,755 + $220,704
$371,459
2010
$5,926 (+1.4%)
$147,800 + $216,378
$364,178
2009
$5,844 (+3.1%)
$146,695 + $214,761
$361,456
2008
$5,670
$147,044 + $215,272
$362,316
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
2,756 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1964
Sq. Ft.
1,188
Year built
1963
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marin County
APN
001-214-07
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: No Garage, Private, Side By Side, Uncovered Park Spaces 2+
Property information provided by bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR when last listed in 2026. This data may not match public records. Learn more.