Property Overview:
81 Pinheiro Cir is a single-family home in Novato, CA, built in 2005. It features 4–5 bedrooms, 3–3.5 bathrooms, and approximately 2,857 sq. ft. of living space on a 0.4-acre lot. The home includes a parking garage, fireplace, central heating and cooling, and has been recently updated with new carpets, paint, and appliances. The estimated home value is $1,101,000 (last sold for $895,000 in 2014).
Neighborhood Highlights:
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Crime Rate:
- Personal crime risk: 9.5% (lower than state average of 11.8%)
- Property crime risk: 9.2% (lower than state average of 10.8%)
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Schools:
Nearby schools include Olive Elementary, Marin Oaks High, Nova Education Center, and Sinaloa Middle.- Average SAT score: 1058 (higher than state average of 975)
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Job Market:
- 68.5% white-collar jobs, 31.5% blue-collar jobs
- Unemployment rate: 2.3% (lower than state average of 4.7%)
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Demographics:
- Community population: 17,414 (4% growth since 2000)
- 69% families with children
- Largest age group: 45–54 years (16.92%)
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Natural Disaster Risk:
- Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk
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Weather:
- Average temperature: 54.0°F (January), 71.6°F (July)
- Average rainfall: 17.0 inches/year
- Average snowfall: 0 inches/year
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Cost of Living:
- Median household income: $83,526
- Average annual spending: $61,044
Property Features:
- Most private lot in Atherton Ranch, backs to open space with beautiful hillside views
- No stairs to front door; master suite, kitchen, living & dining rooms, and guest half-bath all on entry-level
- Hardwood floors in living, dining, and family rooms; granite countertops in kitchen
- Gourmet kitchen: Bosch double oven, five-burner gas cooktop, Bosch dishwasher & microwave, new fridge
- New carpets and paint; A/C unit replaced 5 years ago
- Large, fenced backyard with two patios and lawn area
- Custom floor plan—only one like it in the subdivision
- Washer, dryer, refrigerator, and A/C included
- Pet-friendly: Cats and small adult dogs (up to 25 lbs) allowed with increased deposit
- No smoking inside
- Owner pays for gardener; tenant pays all utilities except sewer
- Credit check ($30/adult), security deposit $7,875, minimum credit score 700, good references required
Location Benefits:
- Convenient access:
- 2-minute drive to Highway 101
- 10-minute walk to downtown Novato (Grant Avenue) via Fourth Street
- Walking distance to Trader Joe’s, Starbucks, and area park
- Commuter-friendly with easy access to public transportation and shopping
- Quiet, family-oriented community with strong schools and low crime
- Outdoor enjoyment: Large, private lot with open space and hillside views—ideal for entertaining and relaxation