57 Plaza Dr, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA


Property Overview:

57 Plaza Dr is a single-family residence in Mill Valley, CA 94941, built in 1949. The property features 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1,689 sq. ft. of living space, and sits on a flat 11,100 sq. ft. (1/4+ acre) lot. The home is being sold as an Estate Sale and is in need of major renovations due to extensive deferred maintenance both interior and exterior. The house is considered to be of little or no value and is offered As-Is.


Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Location:

    • Minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco
    • Easy freeway access
    • Close to Downtown Mill Valley, HWY 101, and award-winning schools (Edna Maguire Elementary, Tamalpais High, Ross Academy Montessori, Ring Mountain Day School)
  • Community Stats:

    • Average sale price for similar homes: Ranges from $1,421,684 to $1,781,100
    • Very low crime risk
    • Natural disaster risk: Very high earthquake risk, very low tornado risk, minimal flood risk

Property Features:

  • Lot:

    • Completely flat, sun-drenched, and fully fenced
    • Mediterranean landscaping with olive trees, pittosporum privacy hedge, and wood siding
    • Potential for in-ground pool in private courtyard
    • Mt. Tamalpais views from both floors
  • Existing Home:

    • 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 1,689 sq. ft.
    • Built in 1949
    • Major renovations needed; house is likely a tear-down or full remodel candidate
  • Recent Sale:

    • Sold for $1,025,000 on 07/31/2020
  • Architect’s Vision for New Build (for reference):

    • 4 bedrooms + office, 3.5 bathrooms
    • Modern design with indoor-outdoor flow, soaring ceilings, and Fleetwood sliding doors
    • Main-level primary suite, flat lawn, oversized 2-car garage
    • Custom finishes: White oak cabinetry, quartzite countertops, Thermador appliances, designer lighting, and more
    • Courtyard layout for privacy and entertaining
    • Potential for luxury estate transformation

Location Benefits:

  • Commuter-friendly:
    • Minutes to San Francisco and Golden Gate Bridge
    • Easy access to HWY 101
  • Family-friendly:
    • Exceptional schools nearby
    • Walking distance to Edna Maguire Elementary
  • Outdoor lifestyle:
    • Flat, sunny lot perfect for gardens, play, or pool
    • Views of Mt. Tamalpais
  • Safe and desirable community with very low crime risk

Summary:

57 Plaza Dr offers a rare opportunity to own a large, flat lot in a prime Mill Valley location. The existing home requires major renovation or rebuild, making it ideal for developers, investors, or buyers seeking to create a custom estate. The location, lot size, and neighborhood amenities make this a highly desirable property with significant upside potential. To be sold As-Is. Schedule a private showing.

Price and Status History

date type price
2019-10-01 Off Market NaN
2019-10-04 For Sale NaN
2019-10-23 For Sale 6995000
2019-12-18 For Sale 1392000
2020-01-02 For Sale 1375000
2020-07-31 Sold 1025000
2022-04-04 Off Market NaN
2022-07-22 Pending NaN
2023-02-06 For Sale 5995000
2023-03-08 For Sale 5995000
2023-03-31 For Sale 2762500
2023-10-19 Off Market NaN
2024-11-01 Rental NaN
2025-02-20 Rental 25000
2025-02-27 For Sale 5995000
2025-03-01 For Sale 5995000
2025-03-27 For Sale 5495000
2025-04-07 For Sale 4995000

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 0.72

Toxic Release Inventory

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Flood Risk Info

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