Looking down on Muir Woods and out to the Pacific ocean, this 3 bedroom, 2 bath home offers expansive views filled with the tangible flavor of the California coast. A grand sized living room opens onto view decks and the kitchen/dining area opens onto a gazebo terrace perfect for dining al-fresco. The San Francisco Bay, Angel Island, the Bay bridge and Alcatraz can be seen looking south, the broad Pacific ocean to the west and Mt. Tamalpais to the north. Deer and bobcats, owls and quail are your constant neighbors. You can choose to wander down the famed Dipsea Trail to Muir Woods or to take the Hogback and Fern Creek trails up to the top of the mountain and beyond. Mountain biking, which was invented in Marin, is another convenient option. The waves of Muir Beach and Stinson Beach are easily reached from here. This light filled home is ready for you to update it with the features and finishes that suit your lifestyle. For those looking for a more ambitious project, there are approved plans for a 3,382 sq. ft. home with a garage of 514 sq. ft. Its elegant design has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a pool, spa and solar system. Artist renderings of this new home can be seen after the existing home photos.Interior photos of existing home are from 2021 when it was staged.
Single-familyProperty Type
1979Year Built
1.4 acresLot Size
$1,031Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Paul Bragstad•DRE #00823526• Compass
•415-246-5060 (agent)
•paul.bragstad@compass.com (agent)
Listed by Kathleen Clifford•DRE #01321467• Compass
•415-314-6466 (agent)
•kathleen@kathleencliffordrealestate.com (agent)
Bought with Joshua Deitch•DRE #01902477• Coldwell Banker Realty
Looking down on Muir Woods and out to the Pacific ocean, this rare 1.39 acre parcel offers expansive views filled with the tangible flavor of the California coast. The San Francisco Bay, Angel Island, the Bay bridge and Alcatraz can be seen looking south and Mt. Tamalpais to the north. Deer and bobcats, owls and quail are your constant neighbors. You can choose to wander down the famed Dipsea Trail to Muir Woods or to take the Hog Back and Fern Creek trails up to the top of the mountain and beyond. Mountain biking, which was invented in Marin, is another convenient option. The waves of Muir Beach and Stinson Beach are easily reached from here. This special site has approved plans for a 3382 sq ft home. Its elegant design has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a pool, spa and solar panels. These house plans and an enlarged septic plan are permit ready and included with the sale. All images of house are digital artist renderings based on the approved plans. Be sure to see virtual tour.
BAREIS #321092893
Oct 15, 2021
Sold
$3,000,000
$1,370/sq ft
Oct 6, 2021
Pending
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Sep 27, 2021
Listed
$1,995,000
$911/sq ft
Just Listed! The Ridge House. Never before on the market! Spare, modern architecture sets the stage for light filled interiors with soaring ceilings, abundant windows with views that go on forever. 3 bedrooms 2 baths includes privately situated master suite with adjacent study with spectacular bay and ocean vistas. Grand sized living room opens out onto view decks and the kitchen/dining area opens out onto a gazebo terrace perfect for dining al-fresco. Wander trails and nearby Muir Woods, or bike on the endless trails or a quick ride up to Mt. Tamalpais just outside your door. Truly a special home in a once in a lifetime setting.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$38,256 (+3.7%)
$1,300,000 + $700,000
$2,000,000
2024
$36,886 (+1.6%)
$2,281,580 + $899,897
$3,181,477
2023
$36,312 (+3.7%)
$2,236,860 + $882,259
$3,119,119
2022
$35,008 (+591.3%)
$2,193,000 + $864,960
$3,057,960
2021
$5,064 (+0.9%)
$2,150,000 + $848,000
$2,998,000
2020
$5,017 (+6.2%)
$66,946 + $347,341
$414,287
2019
$4,724 (−0.2%)
$66,259 + $343,780
$410,039
2018
$4,734 (+3.1%)
$64,960 + $337,040
$402,000
2017
$4,592 (+4.7%)
$62,438 + $323,954
$386,392
2016
$4,388 (−0.2%)
$62,438 + $323,954
$386,392
2015
$4,396 (+3.9%)
$61,214 + $317,602
$378,816
2014
$4,232 (−0.2%)
$59,114 + $306,705
$365,819
2013
$4,241 (+2.7%)
$59,114 + $306,705
$365,819
2012
$4,129 (+2.4%)
$58,847 + $305,320
$364,167
2011
$4,032 (+0.2%)
$57,693 + $299,335
$357,028
2010
$4,024 (+2.8%)
$56,562 + $293,467
$350,029
2009
$3,915 (+3.3%)
$56,140 + $291,275
$347,415
2008
$3,788
$56,273 + $291,968
$348,241
Tax history for 65 Ridge Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$38,256 (+3.7%)
$1,300,000 + $700,000
$2,000,000
2024
$36,886 (+1.6%)
$2,281,580 + $899,897
$3,181,477
2023
$36,312 (+3.7%)
$2,236,860 + $882,259
$3,119,119
2022
$35,008 (+591.3%)
$2,193,000 + $864,960
$3,057,960
2021
$5,064 (+0.9%)
$2,150,000 + $848,000
$2,998,000
2020
$5,017 (+6.2%)
$66,946 + $347,341
$414,287
2019
$4,724 (−0.2%)
$66,259 + $343,780
$410,039
2018
$4,734 (+3.1%)
$64,960 + $337,040
$402,000
2017
$4,592 (+4.7%)
$62,438 + $323,954
$386,392
2016
$4,388 (−0.2%)
$62,438 + $323,954
$386,392
2015
$4,396 (+3.9%)
$61,214 + $317,602
$378,816
2014
$4,232 (−0.2%)
$59,114 + $306,705
$365,819
2013
$4,241 (+2.7%)
$59,114 + $306,705
$365,819
2012
$4,129 (+2.4%)
$58,847 + $305,320
$364,167
2011
$4,032 (+0.2%)
$57,693 + $299,335
$357,028
2010
$4,024 (+2.8%)
$56,562 + $293,467
$350,029
2009
$3,915 (+3.3%)
$56,140 + $291,275
$347,415
2008
$3,788
$56,273 + $291,968
$348,241
*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
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.4 Acres
Year renovated
1981
Sq. Ft.
2,157
Year built
1979
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marin County
APN
046-221-05
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Total: 6
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage Facing Front
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 3
Master Bedroom Features: Sitting Room
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: None
Heating: Central, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Raised Hearth
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling
Laundry Features: Dryer Included, In Garage, Washer Included
# of Stories: 2
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 5
Dining Room Features: Formal Area
Kitchen Features: Marble Counter, Skylight(s)
Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Deck Attached, Open Beam Ceiling
Main Level: Dining Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Street Entrance
Lower Level: Bedroom(s)
Exterior
Exterior Features
Allows Horses: No
Roof: Shingle, Tar/Gravel
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: 60,801
Lot Size Acres: 1.3958
Lot Size Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
Lot Features: Garden
Utilities
Utilities Information
Utilities: DSL Available, Natural Gas Available, Underground Utilities
Sewer: Septic Connected, Septic System
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,157
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1979
Year Renovated: 1981
County: Marin County
APN: 046-221-05
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
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Schools
Old Mill Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
10/10
Mill Valley Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
9/10
Tamalpais High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.1mi
10/10
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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
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
1/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 76° 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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12 unhealthy days expected this year, 12 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$2.15M – $2.60M
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