Set in the heart of Tam Valley's coveted Birdland Flats, this single-level, 3-bedroom, 2-bath mid-century home captures the easygoing, effortlessly cool side of Mill Valley. Open-beam ceilings and a wall of windows fill the open living and dining area with natural light, overlooking the sunny backyard with lush lawn and views of the hills. The remodeled kitchen features sleek granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and direct access to the backyard, creating seamless indoor-outdoor flow for everyday living and entertaining. Adjacent to the kitchen is a bright, flexible space ideal for a home office or reading nook, along with a second full bath. Updates include new LVP flooring and lighting, fresh interior and exterior paint, updated kitchen and baths, a tankless water heater, and a heat pump with heating & A/C. A fun loft retreat offers elevated views and extra storage. Located within Mill Valley's highly regarded school district and just a stroll from Tam Valley Elementary, the Marin Headlands, Tennessee Valley trails, and miles of world-class hiking and biking. Enjoy nearby Tam Junction, Hook Fish, Good Earth Natural Foods, local shops and restaurants, with easy access to Highway 101 and San Francisco.
Tam Junction, located between Mill Valley and Stinson Beach, is a low-key and outdoorsy Tamalpais-Homestead Valley neighborhood with a creekside commercial strip and a Mount Tam backdrop. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Shoreline Highway (CA-1) and Almonte Boulevard junction, where bike racks, coffee windows, and trail chatter set the tone. Community pillars include the Mountain Home Inn, the storied 2am Club, and the Marin Mountain Bike Museum. Homes range from mid-century cabins to hillside cottages tucked into redwood shade. Daily rhythms follow the Dipsea and nearby trailheads, with weekend traffic flowing toward the coast. A compact, walkable cluster of shops keeps errands grounded in a small-town cadence.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
Open beam ceiling
Storage areas
Skylight(s)
View from living area
Updated/remodeled condition
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Low-flow showers and toilets
Tile finishes
Windows in baths
Kitchen
Granite counters
Free-standing gas range
Free-standing refrigerator
Dishwasher
Disposal
Microwave
Ice maker
Laundry & utility
Washer and dryer included
Electric and tankless water heaters
Flooring
Tile flooring
Heating & cooling
Central heating and cooling
Heat pump
Energy-efficient systems for heating, cooling and water heating
Exterior features
Uncovered patio
Auto sprinkler system (front and rear)
Garden
Greenbelt
Landscaped front and back yards
Wood fencing at front and back yards
Home design
Single-family residence
One story
Street-level entrance
Parking
1-car garage with interior access
Garage facing front
Paved driveway and paved sidewalk
Construction
Composition/shingle roof
Utilities
Cable available
Internet available
Natural gas connected
Public sewer
HOA & community
No association
Electricity and solar
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Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
9 days above 77° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
13 unhealthy days expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Mill Valley, CA • 94941
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Sun exposure
83/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 26% for direct sun exposure in Mill Valley. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 251 Flamingo Rd
$1,776,195
$81K over list price of $1.70M
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The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $1.3M to $2.0M.