Property Overview:
7 Shell Rd is a single-family home in Mill Valley, CA, built in 1940. It features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,098 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a parking garage, fireplace, cooling system, and is currently valued at $1,330,000.
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 3.1% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
- Property crime risk: 4.2% (lower than state average of 10.8%).
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Edna Maguire Elementary, Mill Valley Middle, and Tamalpais High.- Average SAT score: 1116 (higher than state average of 975).
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Job Market:
- 78.0% white-collar jobs, 22.0% blue-collar jobs.
- Unemployment rate: 2.1% (lower than state average of 4.7%).
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Demographics:
- Community population: 27,212 (3% growth since 2000).
- 57% families with children.
- Largest age group: 45-54 years (17.7%); second largest: 35-44 years (15.59%).
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 48.7°F (January), 68.1°F (July).
- Average rainfall: 23.5 inches/year.
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $119,377.
- Average annual spending: $78,617.
Property Features:
- Well-maintained and lovingly updated by long-term owners.
- Single-level living with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths.
- Fully-fenced, level lot with mature landscaping and automatic irrigation.
- Sunny deck for al fresco dining, multiple grassy and patio areas for outdoor enjoyment.
- Detached, finished two-car garage with EV charging, laundry, and full bathroom (possible ADU conversion; buyer to verify).
- Additional off-street parking and a third structure (shed/work studio potential).
- Private hot tub, tankless water heater, dog run, and owned solar panels (significantly offsetting utility bills).
- Convenient location near Whole Foods, Edna Maguire School, Horse Hill open space, and Highway 101.
- Recent property reports available upon request.
Location Benefits:
- Coveted Horse Hill neighborhood with a sunny, street-to-street lot.
- Family-friendly community with strong schools and low crime.
- Excellent commuter access and proximity to shopping, schools, and outdoor recreation.
- Potential for expansion or ADU conversion for added flexibility and value.