Tucked above Tomales Bay in the highly sought-after Seahaven neighborhood, this enchanting single-level retreat is on the market for the first time in 20 years. Nestled in natural beauty, this private home is a character-filled cottage set on a generous, usable half-acre of oak, acacia, lush wisteria, roses on a terraced yard giving the sense of tranquility that may tempt you into never leaving. Step inside a warm redwood living room with vaulted ceilings and a classic brick fireplaceperfect for cozy evenings or elegant soirees. A wall of windows opens to a sun-drenched deck--ideal for relaxing or entertaining, or just watching the wildlife wonder by. The kitchen features a dining nook with patio access, plenty of cabinet space and a pantry. The charming office, with built-in wood cabinetry surrounded by windows overlooking the garden, it will provide great inspiration for your creative endeavors. With the walls freshly painted and and the woodwork lovingly oiled, this home is ready to welcome you. Just minutes from Shell Beach and swimming cove, a short drive to surfing, kayaking, birding, hiking, and all that the playgrounds of West Marin, Point Reyes National Seashore, and Tomales Bay have to offer. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a piece of paradise.
Single-familyProperty Type
1977Year Built
0.57 acresLot Size
$868Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Lotte Moore Sarah Kowalczyk Team•DRE #01744042• Compass
•415-464-7484 (agent)
•lotteandsarah@compass.com (agent)
Bought with Melissa Crawford•DRE #01224441• Redfin
bridgeMLS, Bay East AOR, or Contra Costa AOR #40109384
Nov 1, 2005
Sold
$988,000
$601/sq ft
Sep 29, 2005
Listing Removed
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Sep 12, 2005
Listed
$849,000
$516/sq ft
+4
PERCHED ON 1/2 ACRE LOT IN THE MUCH SOUGHT AFTER "SEAHAVEN" AREA ABOVE TOMALES BAY. THIS PRIVATE RETREAT OFFERS THE UTMOST IN TRANQUILITY. EXPANSIVE MATURE GARDEN W/MEANDERING ROCK WALKWAY. GENEROUS MASTER BDRM. OFFICE. REDWOOD LIVING RM W/VAULTED CEILINGS & FP. REFINISHED FLRS. OPEN 9/18
Public Records
Nov 7, 1977
Sold
$89,000
$54/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,062 (+0.8%)
$867,000 + $581,400
$1,448,400
2024
$14,948 (+2.0%)
$888,199 + $460,497
$1,348,696
2023
$14,660 (+1.1%)
$870,785 + $451,468
$1,322,253
2022
$14,501 (+23.6%)
$853,716 + $442,619
$1,296,335
2021
$11,730 (+0.9%)
$836,979 + $433,941
$1,270,920
2020
$11,621 (+1.2%)
$670,000 + $350,000
$1,020,000
2019
$11,486 (+0.2%)
$660,000 + $340,000
$1,000,000
2018
$11,464 (+0.7%)
$660,000 + $340,000
$1,000,000
2017
$11,389 (+16.4%)
$660,000 + $340,000
$1,000,000
2016
$9,783 (−1.3%)
$660,000 + $340,000
$1,000,000
2015
$9,914 (+11.3%)
$514,000 + $363,250
$877,250
2014
$8,907 (+10.5%)
$467,500 + $330,000
$797,500
2013
$8,062 (−32.3%)
$467,500 + $330,000
$797,500
2012
$11,909 (+1.8%)
$425,000 + $300,000
$725,000
2011
$11,698 (+1.1%)
$707,187 + $366,649
$1,073,836
2010
$11,573 (+3.1%)
$693,322 + $359,461
$1,052,783
2009
$11,223 (+4.5%)
$688,142 + $356,775
$1,044,917
2008
$10,744
$689,780 + $357,624
$1,047,404
Tax history for 1 Drake Way
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,062 (+0.8%)
$867,000 + $581,400
$1,448,400
2024
$14,948 (+2.0%)
$888,199 + $460,497
$1,348,696
2023
$14,660 (+1.1%)
$870,785 + $451,468
$1,322,253
2022
$14,501 (+23.6%)
$853,716 + $442,619
$1,296,335
2021
$11,730 (+0.9%)
$836,979 + $433,941
$1,270,920
2020
$11,621 (+1.2%)
$670,000 + $350,000
$1,020,000
2019
$11,486 (+0.2%)
$660,000 + $340,000
$1,000,000
2018
$11,464 (+0.7%)
$660,000 + $340,000
$1,000,000
2017
$11,389 (+16.4%)
$660,000 + $340,000
$1,000,000
2016
$9,783 (−1.3%)
$660,000 + $340,000
$1,000,000
2015
$9,914 (+11.3%)
$514,000 + $363,250
$877,250
2014
$8,907 (+10.5%)
$467,500 + $330,000
$797,500
2013
$8,062 (−32.3%)
$467,500 + $330,000
$797,500
2012
$11,909 (+1.8%)
$425,000 + $300,000
$725,000
2011
$11,698 (+1.1%)
$707,187 + $366,649
$1,073,836
2010
$11,573 (+3.1%)
$693,322 + $359,461
$1,052,783
2009
$11,223 (+4.5%)
$688,142 + $356,775
$1,044,917
2008
$10,744
$689,780 + $357,624
$1,047,404
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.57 Acres
Year renovated
1980
Sq. Ft.
1,644
Year built
1977
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marin County
APN
112-022-03
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Total: 2
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Total): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 2
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: None, Other
Heating: Central, Gas
Interior Features
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Brick
Laundry Features: In Basement
# of Stories: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Levels: One
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Street Entrance
Exterior
Exterior Features
Allows Horses: No
Roof: Composition
Pool Information
Has Private Pool: No
Has Spa: No
Property Information
ADU 2nd Unit: No
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 24,642
Lot Size Acres: 0.5657
Lot Size Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
Lot Features: Private, Secluded
Utilities
Utilities Information
Utilities: Cable Available, Propane Tank Leased
Sewer: Septic System
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
School Information
School District County: Marin
Elementary School District: Shoreline Unified
Middle Or Junior School District: Shoreline Unified
High School District: Shoreline Unified
Location Information
Area: Inverness
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,644
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.57 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1977
Year Renovated: 1980
County: Marin County
APN: 112-022-03
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
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Schools
Inverness Elementary School
Public K-1 • Assigned • 1.1mi
West Marin Elementary School
Public 2-8 • Assigned • 4.5mi
8/10
Tomales High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 9.5mi
3/10
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
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8 days above 82° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
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Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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12 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.36M – $1.64M
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