A rare retreat in Novato's coveted Pleasant Valley neighborhood, 8 Racquet Ct is tucked away on a quiet court shared by just three homes and offers an exceptional combination of privacy, space, and future potential. It's a truly special setting where tranquility, natural beauty, and a wonderful sense of community come together. Set on an extraordinary 34,500-square-foot flat and highly usable lot, this beautifully maintained home offers something increasingly difficult to find in Marin: exceptional outdoor space with room to breathe, gather, play, garden, and create. The expansive level grounds provide tremendous flexibility and possibilities while maintaining a wonderful sense of privacy. Thoughtfully cared for and beautifully updated, the home features a newer roof, newer owned solar panels with backup battery storage, and a stylishly remodeled kitchen designed for both everyday living and gathering with family and friends. The outdoor setting is what truly sets this property apart. A sparkling swimming pool with an in-ground cover invites long summer afternoons and relaxed evenings, while a magnificent 3,500-gallon koi pond with a cascading waterfall creates a peaceful backdrop and brings an extraordinary sense of serenity to the grounds. An expansive deck provides the perfect setting for morning coffee, outdoor dining, entertaining, or simply enjoying the surrounding landscape. The generous, level grounds also feature a flourishing vegetable garden, beautifully established outdoor spaces, and an abundance of usable space for recreation, gardening, entertaining, or creating additional areas tailored to your lifestyle. Inside, practical comforts include a three-car garage and dedicated laundry room. With its unusually large, flat and usable lot, the property also offers exciting ADU potential, creating additional flexibility for multigenerational living, visiting guests, a private workspace, or potential rental income. There is something wonderfully rare about a property that feels expansive yet intimate, private without feeling isolated, and peaceful while still enjoying the convenience and community of Pleasant Valley. More than simply a home, 8 Racquet Ct is a special retreat with space to enjoy today and exciting possibilities for the future, a place where family and friends can gather and lasting memories can take root.
Single-familyProperty Type
1985Year Built
0.79 acresLot Size
$607Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Martin Sanz•DRE #01357331• Berkshire Hathaway
•415-259-9565 (agent)
•martinsanz@comcast.net (agent)
Listed by Pat Kelly•DRE #01472625• Berkshire Hathaway
•707-321-6575 (agent)
•pat.kelly@bhhsdrysdale.com (agent)
Bought with Kaitlin Karkos Klein•DRE #02252706• Corcoran Icon Properties
Est. $6,455 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 8 Racquet Ct
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BAREIS #326062197
Aug 26, 2026
Sold
$1,900,000
$607/sq ft
Aug 17, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 11, 2026
Listed
$1,895,000
$605/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,666 (+1.7%)
$121,869 + $677,365
$799,234
2024
$10,493 (+2.2%)
$119,479 + $664,087
$783,566
2023
$10,264 (−2.6%)
$117,137 + $651,067
$768,204
2022
$10,543 (+0.2%)
$114,840 + $638,301
$753,141
2021
$10,522 (+13.4%)
$112,589 + $625,788
$738,377
2020
$9,279 (+5.0%)
$110,382 + $613,519
$723,901
2019
$8,839 (+1.5%)
$109,242 + $557,738
$666,980
2018
$8,705 (+1.9%)
$107,100 + $546,805
$653,905
2017
$8,546 (+7.6%)
$102,942 + $525,576
$628,518
2016
$7,945 (−3.7%)
$102,942 + $525,576
$628,518
2015
$8,254 (+2.0%)
$100,924 + $515,272
$616,196
2014
$8,096 (+0.7%)
$97,461 + $497,592
$595,053
2013
$8,037 (+1.2%)
$97,461 + $497,592
$595,053
2012
$7,941 (+3.1%)
$97,021 + $495,346
$592,367
2011
$7,703 (+5.1%)
$95,119 + $485,635
$580,754
2010
$7,326 (+1.6%)
$93,254 + $476,115
$569,369
2009
$7,207 (+5.5%)
$92,558 + $472,558
$565,116
2008
$6,833
$92,778 + $473,681
$566,459
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
5
Baths
3
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.79 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
3,131
Year built
1985
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marin County
APN
132-311-43
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
R1-20
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 23, 2024 • Final
Residential trade
Install a roof-mounted photovoltaic solar system and energy storage system on a residential building. The installation includes solar panels.
Battery
Electrical
Solar
Jun 25, 2024 • Final
Residential express
Roofing
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: 7
Parking Features: Attached, Interior Access
Garage Spaces: 3
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Total): 3
# of Bathrooms (Full): 3
Master Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Shower Stall(s), Tub
Other Bathroom Features: Double Sinks, Tub w/Shower Over