489 E Blithedale Ave, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA

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Property Overview:

This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home is located in sunny Mill Valley’s Tam Valley neighborhood. The residence features a spacious open floor plan, upgraded kitchen and baths, and newly refinished hardwood floors. Additional highlights include a laundry room upstairs, a quaint balcony overlooking a large yard and patio, and a large garage. There is also an unfinished basement area with a private entrance, ready for conversion into a bonus room and bath (windows and plumbing in place).

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Prime Mill Valley location:
    • Quiet lane in Tam Valley
    • Minutes to Hwy 101, Eastwood Park, Miwok Trail, and Good Earth market
    • Convenient to restaurants, shops, and grocery stores
  • Top-rated Mill Valley schools
  • Serene, sunny setting with views of Mount Tam
  • Coveted, family-friendly neighborhood

Property Features:

  • Open-concept floor plan with designer entry flooring
  • Fully renovated chef’s kitchen:
    • Premium appliances
    • Sleek countertops
    • Direct patio access for al fresco dining
  • Expansive living room:
    • Formal dining area
    • Custom built-ins
    • Wood-burning fireplace with raised hearth
    • Twin sliding doors to a view deck
  • Primary suite:
    • Cozy reading nook/home office
    • Luxurious limestone bath
  • Multiple outdoor areas:
    • Lush landscaping
    • Level lawn
    • Private Finnish sauna under the trees
  • Laundry room (upstairs)
  • Solar panel system
  • Abundant storage throughout
  • Two-car garage with interior access
  • Extraordinary expansion potential:
    • Unfinished basement with tall ceilings and private entrance
    • Ready for ADU, family room, or workshop
  • Upgrades:
    • Central air conditioning
    • Newer electrical with EV charging
    • Pella double-pane windows
    • Newly remodeled bathrooms
  • Quality construction:
    • Old-growth Douglas fir framing
    • Lath-and-plaster walls
    • Robust stucco exterior
    • Contemporary finishes

Location Benefits:

  • Commuter-friendly:
    • Minutes to Hwy 101 and public transportation
  • Outdoor lifestyle:
    • Gardening, play, and relaxation spaces
    • Access to parks and trails
  • Family-oriented:
    • Top schools and safe, quiet streets
  • Expansion potential:
    • Unfinished spaces ready for customization
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Price and Status History

date type price
2019-09-04 For Sale 1225000
2019-09-18 Pending NaN
2019-10-09 Sold 1300000
2025-03-29 For Sale 1595000
2025-04-09 Pending NaN
2025-04-19 Pending NaN
2025-04-22 Sold 1625000
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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 0.34

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
San Andreas - North Golden Gate Bolinas 0 0 1

Landslide Risk Info

lscat very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.04 miles moderate impact: up to 0.1 miles low-moderate impact: up to 0.2 miles
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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 4 1

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 6
Very High 0 0 2 4
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