1551 Center Rd is a 1,093 square foot house on a 6,790 square foot lot with 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom. - it last sold on May 31, 1989 for $185,000. Based on Redfin's Novato data, we estimate the home's value is $777,099.
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
6,790 sq ftLot Size
$711Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Source:Public Records
Redfin Estimate
$777,099
$592K since sold in May 1989$10K since August
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This home's estimate is 3.6% lower than the average sale price ($806K) of 6 comparable homes.
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
R1-7.5
Low Density Residential District
The R1 zoning districts are intended for areas appropriate for the development of single family homes. The maximum allowable residential density ranges from 1.1 to 5 dwelling units per acre. The R1 zoning district is consistent with the Low Density Residential land use designation of the General Plan.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Recreation
Communications tower
Jan 27, 2008 • Final
Construction
Remodel
Aug 2, 2007 • Final
Commercial new construction
Replace four dual-pane windows and stucco siding. Work includes an arbor in the front yard and the demolition of a garage conversion and carport.
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Information
Building Style Type: Contemporary
Building Construction Quality: Average
Property Information
Subdivision Name: VILLA ANITA
Living Sq. Ft: 1,093
Building Sq. Ft: 1,093
# of Units: 1
Legal Description: MAP 7 PG 45 LOT 28
Parking & Garage Information
Garage/Parking Sq. Ft: 609
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 6,790
Legal Lot Number: 28
Municipality Name: NOVATO
Acres: 0.1559
County Use Description: 1 FAMILY RESID
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2026
Tax Area: NOVATO
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,093
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,790 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: 1952
County: Marin County
APN: 140-201-28
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Rancho Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
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San Jose Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
5/10
Novato High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
8/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.46% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 91° expected this year, 18 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.8 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$739,000 – $894,000
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