Charming Mill Valley fixer with Stunning Mount Tamalpais Views! Nestled on a serene full acre, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom cabin offers a rare blend of privacy and breathtaking natural beauty. From the main living area and primary bedroom, take in unsurpassed views of iconic Mount Tamalpais.The kitchen exudes rustic charm with its warm wood cabinetry and a vintage Wedgewood stove, perfectly complementing the home's cozy ambiance. Convenient access to the yard makes it ideal for indoor-outdoor living.Ample storage is provided by a versatile bonus area and a detached room behind the main house perfect for a home office, studio, or additional storage. Located just minutes from downtown Mill Valley, you'll enjoy easy access to a vibrant community filled with unique shops, delightful dining, and cultural attractions.This property is a rare gem combining tranquility, charm, and convenience don't miss the opportunity to make it yours!
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
1.09 acresLot Size
$1,240Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Shannan Luft•DRE #01479184• Coldwell Banker Realty
•707-479-9701 (agent)
•Shannan.Luft@cbnorcal.com (agent)
Bought with Stacia Culp•DRE #01996247• Coldwell Banker Realty
Major fixer-upper in a great location surrounded by redwood trees. This house has 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms. It has a lovely great room with picture windows that gets great natural light, as well as a large deck that needs TLC. Lots of potential...
here.
2 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Whitney Lynn Fisher
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Sale history for 205 Ralston Ave
Date
Event
Price
BAREIS #324092356
Feb 24, 2025
Sold
$925,000
$836/sq ft
Feb 18, 2025
Pending
—
Feb 3, 2025
Price Changed
$999,000
$903/sq ft
Jan 23, 2025
Price Changed
$1,279,000
$1,156/sq ft
Dec 10, 2024
Listed
$1,500,000
$1,356/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,491 (+369.3%)
$714,000 + $229,500
$943,500
2024
$2,661 (+1.4%)
$1,020,000 + $561,000
$1,581,000
2023
$2,625 (+19.4%)
$87,120 + $104,574
$191,694
2022
$2,198 (+1.6%)
$85,412 + $102,524
$187,936
2021
$2,164 (+0.9%)
$83,737 + $100,514
$184,251
2020
$2,144 (+7.2%)
$82,095 + $98,543
$180,638
2019
$2,000 (−0.2%)
$81,254 + $97,533
$178,787
2018
$2,004 (+1.4%)
$79,661 + $95,621
$175,282
2017
$1,977 (+5.0%)
$76,568 + $91,908
$168,476
2016
$1,882 (−0.2%)
$76,568 + $91,908
$168,476
2015
$1,886 (+4.9%)
$75,067 + $90,106
$165,173
2014
$1,798 (−0.2%)
$72,491 + $87,014
$159,505
2013
$1,802 (+2.8%)
$72,491 + $87,014
$159,505
2012
$1,753 (−3.7%)
$72,164 + $86,622
$158,786
2011
$1,820 (−1.0%)
$70,749 + $84,924
$155,673
2010
$1,838 (+1.5%)
$69,362 + $83,259
$152,621
2009
$1,810 (+3.2%)
$68,844 + $82,637
$151,481
2008
$1,755
$69,008 + $82,833
$151,841
Tax history for 205 Ralston Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,491 (+369.3%)
$714,000 + $229,500
$943,500
2024
$2,661 (+1.4%)
$1,020,000 + $561,000
$1,581,000
2023
$2,625 (+19.4%)
$87,120 + $104,574
$191,694
2022
$2,198 (+1.6%)
$85,412 + $102,524
$187,936
2021
$2,164 (+0.9%)
$83,737 + $100,514
$184,251
2020
$2,144 (+7.2%)
$82,095 + $98,543
$180,638
2019
$2,000 (−0.2%)
$81,254 + $97,533
$178,787
2018
$2,004 (+1.4%)
$79,661 + $95,621
$175,282
2017
$1,977 (+5.0%)
$76,568 + $91,908
$168,476
2016
$1,882 (−0.2%)
$76,568 + $91,908
$168,476
2015
$1,886 (+4.9%)
$75,067 + $90,106
$165,173
2014
$1,798 (−0.2%)
$72,491 + $87,014
$159,505
2013
$1,802 (+2.8%)
$72,491 + $87,014
$159,505
2012
$1,753 (−3.7%)
$72,164 + $86,622
$158,786
2011
$1,820 (−1.0%)
$70,749 + $84,924
$155,673
2010
$1,838 (+1.5%)
$69,362 + $83,259
$152,621
2009
$1,810 (+3.2%)
$68,844 + $82,637
$151,481
2008
$1,755
$69,008 + $82,833
$151,841
*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
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.09 Acres
Year renovated
1948
Sq. Ft.
1,106
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marin County
APN
027-071-03
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: Covered
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Total): 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
# of Bathrooms (Partial): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 2
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: None
Heating: Wood Stove
Interior Features
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Laundry Features: Inside Area
# of Stories: 2
Room Information
Room Types: Family Room, Kitchen, Office
Family Room Features: Deck Attached, View
Levels: Two
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Partial Bath(s), Street Entrance
Upper Level: Bedroom(s)
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Uncovered Deck
Allows Horses: No
Pool Information
Has Private Pool: No
Has Spa: No
Property Information
ADU 2nd Unit: No
Property Condition: Fixer
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 47,424
Lot Size Acres: 1.0887
Lot Features: Curb(s)
Utilities
Utilities Information
Utilities: See Remarks
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,106
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.09 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1930
Year Renovated: 1948
County: Marin County
APN: 027-071-03
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Old Mill Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
10/10
Mill Valley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
9/10
Tamalpais High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
10/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 83° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
7/10 Air Factor
12 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
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In this area, properties receive around 10.6 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.30M – $1.58M
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