About this home

Tucked into one of Mill Valley's most convenient pockets, this inviting property offers a rare combination of character, flexibility, and accessfeaturing a 1-bedroom main residence alongside a detached studio cottage. The main home is defined by tall, open-beam ceilings, cozy fireplace, and rich wood detailing that bring warmth and texture throughout. Both the bedroom and living area open directly to a generous, sunlit deck, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor connectionwell-suited for entertaining or quiet everyday living. A spacious backyard and attached garage further enhance the functionality. Set apart from the main home, the studio cottage carries its own sense of charm, complete with a private deck and a vintage feelideal for guests, a home office, or creative use. The entire property enjoys abundant greenery, privacy, and tranquility. Set in a peaceful, tucked-away private location just moments from the everyday conveniences along Miller Avenue and in Homestead Valley, the home is equally close to downtown Mill Valley and Tam Junction. Access to top-rated schools, expansive open space, Marin's beaches, and San Francisco is all within easy reach.

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Listed by

Nicholas Svenson

Own Marin

4159011700 nick.svenson@sothebys.realty

Property details

Price: $1,195,000
Bedrooms: 2
Bathrooms: 2
Interior: 1,188 sqft
Price / sqft: $1006
Year built: 1986
Lot size: 7,349 sqft
Type: Single Family
Days on market: 8
Est. property tax: $8,963/yr · $747/mo · 0.75% CA avg
Last sold: $52,000 · Dec 2003

Estimated monthly payment

Down payment20% ($239,000)

Interest rate6.75%

Principal & Interest$6,201

Property Tax$1,095

Insurance$150

Total$7,446/mo

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Price history

$545K · Feb 03$1.20M · May 26

May 12, 2026$1,195,000Initial list price
Dec 30, 2003$52,000Sold
Feb 14, 2003$545,000Sold

Location

This home is located in Mill Valley, CA, in the San Francisco area. Browse more Mill Valley listings on the Mill Valley market page or explore the full Mill Valley market report.

About Mill Valley: Mill Valley is a city in Marin County, California, United States, located about 14 miles (23 km) north of San Francisco via the Golden Gate Bridge and 52 miles (84 km) from Napa Valley. The population was 14,231 at the 2020 census. (source: Wikipedia)

Climate: Average year-round temperature is 59°F with 288 dry days per year and 27.4 inches of annual rainfall.

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Neighborhood (zip 94941)

Median age is 46.0; 38% hold a bachelor's degree; 67% of homes are owner-occupied; median household income is $206,580.

Median income: $206,580
Median age: 46.0
Owner-occupied: 67.4%
Bachelor's degree: 38.0%
Census median home value: $1,798,100

Source: US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

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