Beautifully refreshed single-level home located in the heart of Central Novato. Perfectly blending modern updates with an easy, functional layout. As you step inside, you'll immediately notice the crisp new interior paint and stylish luxury vinyl plank flooring that flows throughout the space. The kitchen and bathrooms have been thoughtfully updated, offering a sleek, contemporary feel that makes the home move-in ready. Climate control is a breeze with central AC, and the attached two-car garage, with 220V for EV, provides plenty of room for vehicles and storage. One of the standout features of this property is the detached office a quiet, dedicated space perfect for remote work, a creative studio, or a hobby room away from the main living areas. Outside, the location puts you right in the center of it all, with easy access to local amenities and nearby Novato High School and Rancho Elementary School.
Single-familyProperty Type
1958Year Built
7,501 sq ftLot Size
$638Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by Jim Stafford•DRE #01372158• Compass
•415-706-6025 (agent)
•jim.stafford@compass.com (agent)
Bought with Mac Pourtabib•DRE #01771122• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Jin Pourtabib•DRE #01230696• Coldwell Banker Realty
Est. $4,277 per month, based on comparable rentals
Redfin agents who toured
Nicely refreshed single level home with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, conveniently located near freeway access, shopping and dining. This home has an updated kitchen and bathrooms, a detached outbuilding that would be perfect as an office or studio,...
and an attached 2-car garage with ample storage.
4 months ago
Whitney Lynn Fisher
Redfin Associate agent
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Sale and tax history for 555 Arthur St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Aug 17, 2026
Sold
$849,500
$638/sq ft
BAREIS #326052018
Aug 17, 2026
Sold
$849,330
$638/sq ft
Aug 11, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 2, 2026
Contingent
—
Jul 15, 2026
Price Changed
$899,000
$675/sq ft
Jun 13, 2026
Listed
$949,000
$713/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 25, 2019
Sold
$720,000
$541/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 21, 2001
Sold
$399,000
$300/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 20, 1994
Sold
$226,000
$170/sq ft
Public Records
Jan 1, 1989
Sold
$250,000
$188/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$10,340 (−0.1%)
$490,820 + $312,340
$803,160
2025
$10,354 (+1.6%)
$490,820 + $312,340
$803,160
2024
$10,192 (+2.2%)
$481,197 + $306,216
$787,413
2023
$9,974 (+2.4%)
$471,763 + $300,213
$771,976
2022
$9,745
$462,514 + $294,327
$756,841
2021
$9,738 (+1.6%)
$453,446 + $288,556
$742,002
2020
$9,584 (+29.4%)
$444,558 + $282,900
$727,458
2019
$7,408 (−4.9%)
$440,000 + $280,000
$720,000
2018
$7,789 (+8.7%)
$374,728 + $164,208
$538,936
2017
$7,167 (+0.6%)
$360,180 + $157,833
$518,013
2016
$7,123 (+8.6%)
$360,180 + $157,833
$518,013
2015
$6,556 (+1.9%)
$353,119 + $154,739
$507,858
2014
$6,434 (+4.0%)
$341,007 + $149,431
$490,438
2013
$6,185 (+4.3%)
$341,007 + $149,431
$490,438
2012
$5,928 (−8.5%)
$326,117 + $142,906
$469,023
2011
$6,482 (+5.4%)
$307,658 + $134,817
$442,475
2010
$6,147 (+1.6%)
$323,851 + $141,913
$465,764
2009
$6,051 (+0.5%)
$323,851 + $141,913
$465,764
2008
$6,019
$324,622 + $142,251
$466,873
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1958
Sq. Ft.
1,331
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marin County
APN
151-073-05
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 19, 2026.
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
Sep 30, 2021 • Final
Residential construction
Install a storage shed in the backyard.
ADU
Dec 12, 2019 • Final
E encroachment
Replace the sewer lateral using the pipe bursting method.
Plumbing
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
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Total: 5
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Facing Front
Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway Sidewalks: Paved Sidewalk
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Total): 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 3
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central
Heating: Central, Fireplace(s)
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Double Oven, Free Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Microwave
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Brick, Wood Burning
Flooring: Vinyl
Laundry Features: Dryer Included, In Garage, Washer Included
# of Stories: 1
Room Information
Room Types: Bonus Room, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Basement: None
Kitchen Features: Other Counter
Levels: One
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Street Entrance
Exterior
Exterior Features
Allows Horses: No
Fencing: Back Yard
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: 7,501
Lot Size Acres: 0.1722
Lot Size Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
Lot Features: Low Maintenance
Power Production Information
Type: None
Size: 0.00
Year Install: 0
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: 220 Volts
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
Location Information
Area: Novato
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,331
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,500 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: 1958
County: Marin County
APN: 151-073-05
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Rancho Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
7/10
San Jose Middle
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
5/10
Novato High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
8/10
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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
0.62% 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
Novato, CA • 94947
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Sun exposure
81/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Novato. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.4 hrs
5.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$955,000 – $1.16M
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