45 Sycamore Ave, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA

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Property Overview:

45 Sycamore Ave is a single-family residence in Mill Valley, CA 94941, built in 1907. It features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a 9,600 sq. ft. lot, and 2,984 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage, fireplace, central heating and cooling systems, and an updated carriage house with a kitchenette and full bath. The property sold for $1,125,000 on 11/18/2020; the estimated current value is $1,867,000.

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 3.1% (well below state average of 11.8%)
    • Property crime risk: 4.2% (below state average of 10.8%)
    • Overall crime risk: Very low

  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Park Elementary, Mill Valley Middle, and Tamalpais High.

    • Average SAT score: 1116 (higher than state average of 975)
    • Nearby private option: Rainbow Montessori Of Marin

  • Job Market:

    • 78% white-collar jobs, 22% blue-collar jobs
    • Unemployment rate: 2.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%)

  • Demographics:

    • Population: 27,212 (3% growth since 2000)
    • 57% families with children
    • Largest age group: 45-54 years (17.7%)
    • Second largest: 35-44 years (15.6%)

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Very high earthquake risk
    • Very low tornado risk
    • Minimal flood risk

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 48.7°F (January), 68.1°F (July)
    • Average rainfall: 23.5 inches/year
    • Average snowfall: 0 inches/year

  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $119,377
    • Average annual spending: $78,617

Property Features:

  • Historic 1907 Craftsman with only five owners in 119 years
  • Lovingly restored and updated by architect/owner, preserving original details and adding modern amenities
  • Original redwood paneling in living room; custom Douglas fir, redwood, and walnut stairwell
  • Light-filled rooms with high ceilings, true divided light windows, and French doors
  • Backyard: Gardener’s paradise with raised vegetable beds, mature trees, flowering vines, built-in spa, and fountain
  • Updated carriage house: Includes kitchenette and full bathroom
  • Moments from downtown Mill Valley, schools, parks, and trails

Location Benefits:

  • Coveted Tamalpais Park neighborhood
  • Quiet, safe, and family-friendly community
  • Exceptional schools and outdoor recreation nearby
  • Low crime rates and strong job market
  • Close to picturesque downtown, parks, and hiking/biking trails
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Price and Status History

date type price
1977-01-21 Off Market 132500
1995-08-30 Rental 706000
2025-05-02 For Sale 4900000
2025-05-11 Pending NaN
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
MILL VALLEY DUMP 425 Sycamore Avenue, Mill Valley, CA 94941-2231, USA N N NF 0 CAN000905996 0.74

Toxic Release Inventory

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

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Flood Risk Info

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Flood Zone Type

code meaning
A 1% annual chance flood zone determined using approximate methods. No BFEs shown. Flood insurance and management standards apply.
AE 1% annual chance flood zone determined by detailed methods. BFEs shown. Insurance and floodplain management required.
AH Shallow flooding (ponding) zones with depths between 1-3 feet. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.
AO Shallow flooding (sheet flow) zones with depths 1-3 feet. BFEs or average depths shown. High-velocity areas may exist.
VE Coastal 1% annual chance flood zone with wave action. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.

Earthquake Risk Info

zone_name quad_name very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 2.0 miles moderate impact: up to 10.0 miles
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Landslide Risk Info

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Liquefaction Risk Info

Suscept very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.05 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very high 0 0 1 3

Wild fire Risk Info

haz_class very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.5 miles moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 3.0 miles
High 0 0 2 7
Very High 0 2 0 3
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