It's rare to find such a soulful and tranquil home with such thoughtful design and functionality. This unique 2+ bedroom, 2 bath main home with a separate 1 bedroom, 1 bath cottage is the perfect oasis, situated just a few minutes from downtown Fairfax. Experience true indoor/outdoor living surrounded by tall redwoods and other mature trees, and gardens with distant hillside views, all complementing the beautiful interior with custom, handcrafted finishes throughout. The house has a distinctive style, with a striking octagonal tower at the front, sunny gardens, and multiple decks for lounging. It's like living in a European cottage but in Fairfax. The many patios and garden areas will feed your soul and provide spaces for relaxation and retreat. Soak in the large redwood tub while listening to the water flowing from the fountains. It feels like a nature preserve. Bonus office space and storage. Close to many hiking and mountain biking trails. Truly a work of art in a special place.
Very unique and loaded with character, this rustic home located amongst the redwoods offers three bedrooms on different levels, multiple patios and exterior decks that overlook Fairfax Valley, and an open kitchen/living room layout with vaulted...
ceilings and clerestory windows. Property also features detached cottage with kitchenette and interior/exterior shower
5 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
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Sale history for 240 Scenic Rd
Date
Event
Price
BAREIS #321082123
Oct 13, 2021
Sold
$1,700,000
Sep 2, 2021
Pending
—
Aug 26, 2021
Listed
$1,450,000
Public Records
Dec 3, 1985
Sold
$100,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$26,432 (+3.7%)
$1,082,420 + $757,694
$1,840,114
2024
$25,490 (+1.2%)
$1,061,200 + $742,840
$1,804,040
2023
$25,191 (+1.0%)
$1,040,400 + $728,280
$1,768,680
2022
$24,934 (+215.0%)
$1,020,000 + $714,000
$1,734,000
2021
$7,915 (+2.4%)
$1,000,000 + $700,000
$1,700,000
2020
$7,727 (+3.1%)
$139,697 + $158,109
$297,806
2019
$7,493 (+5.9%)
$138,266 + $156,489
$294,755
2018
$7,079 (+2.9%)
$135,555 + $153,421
$288,976
2017
$6,876 (+4.7%)
$130,292 + $147,464
$277,756
2016
$6,565 (+1.8%)
$130,292 + $147,464
$277,756
2015
$6,446 (+7.1%)
$127,738 + $144,574
$272,312
2014
$6,020 (−1.6%)
$123,355 + $139,613
$262,968
2013
$6,116 (+1.4%)
$123,355 + $139,613
$262,968
2012
$6,029 (+3.7%)
$122,798 + $138,983
$261,781
2011
$5,813 (+6.2%)
$120,391 + $136,258
$256,649
2010
$5,472 (+1.9%)
$118,031 + $133,587
$251,618
2009
$5,369 (+2.9%)
$117,149 + $132,589
$249,738
2008
$5,216
$117,427 + $132,904
$250,331
Tax history for 240 Scenic Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$26,432 (+3.7%)
$1,082,420 + $757,694
$1,840,114
2024
$25,490 (+1.2%)
$1,061,200 + $742,840
$1,804,040
2023
$25,191 (+1.0%)
$1,040,400 + $728,280
$1,768,680
2022
$24,934 (+215.0%)
$1,020,000 + $714,000
$1,734,000
2021
$7,915 (+2.4%)
$1,000,000 + $700,000
$1,700,000
2020
$7,727 (+3.1%)
$139,697 + $158,109
$297,806
2019
$7,493 (+5.9%)
$138,266 + $156,489
$294,755
2018
$7,079 (+2.9%)
$135,555 + $153,421
$288,976
2017
$6,876 (+4.7%)
$130,292 + $147,464
$277,756
2016
$6,565 (+1.8%)
$130,292 + $147,464
$277,756
2015
$6,446 (+7.1%)
$127,738 + $144,574
$272,312
2014
$6,020 (−1.6%)
$123,355 + $139,613
$262,968
2013
$6,116 (+1.4%)
$123,355 + $139,613
$262,968
2012
$6,029 (+3.7%)
$122,798 + $138,983
$261,781
2011
$5,813 (+6.2%)
$120,391 + $136,258
$256,649
2010
$5,472 (+1.9%)
$118,031 + $133,587
$251,618
2009
$5,369 (+2.9%)
$117,149 + $132,589
$249,738
2008
$5,216
$117,427 + $132,904
$250,331
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
4
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,800 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1959
Sq. Ft.
1,276
Year built
1935
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marin County
APN
001-124-15
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Features: No Garage, Unassigned, Other
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Total): 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 3
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: None
Heating: Central, Electric, Wall Furnace
Interior Features
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Flooring: Wood, Other
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight(s), Storage Area(s)
Laundry Features: In Basement
# of Stories: 2
Room Information
Room Types: Bonus Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office, Possible Guest, Storage
Basement: Partial
Family Room Features: Open Beam Ceiling
Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Deck Attached, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight(s), View
Levels: Multi/Split
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Living Room
Lower Level: Retreat
Upper Level: Bedroom(s)
Exterior
Exterior Features
Allows Horses: No
Pool Information
Has Private Pool: No
Has Spa: No
Property Information
ADU 2nd Unit: Yes
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Garden, Private
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 4.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,276
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8,800 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1935
Year Renovated: 1959
County: Marin County
APN: 001-124-15
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
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Schools
Manor Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
10/10
White Hill Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
9/10
Archie Williams High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.4mi
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1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.77% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 89° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.60M – $1.93M
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