ParkingAttached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Facing Front, Interior Access
Attached Garage2 spaces
Year Built1955
HeatingBaseboard, Central, Natural Gas
CoolingNone
FireplaceBrick, Living Room, Wood Burning
ViewHills
MLS #324028577
Lot Size0.23 Acres
StatusAccepting Backup Offers (Contingent - Show)
About 257 Johnstone Ct
Sweet Marinwood prime cul de sac location; one of just four homes bordering an open space hillside dotted with majestic oak trees. This one level 4-bedroom, classic ranch style flows effortlessly to an atrium deck and lush private backyard with wide open views to the hillside and perfect southwest exposure. The kitchen offers a breakfast room that leads to the expanded family room with views out to the hillside. Newly painted interiors with refreshing neutral tones and refinished oak floors in every room except kitchen, breakfast and family room. The brick formal entryway wraps around to frame the fireplace and adds an enjoyable feature wall. The 4th bedroom off the living room is perfect for a home office. Abundant gardening space surrounds the property with raised beds ideal for vegetables or flowers, whatever delights you! Marinwood pool and community center are a short distance away with miles of bike and hiking trails throughout the area. Add in a large 2-car garage & the Miller Creek School District and you're all set!
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1955
Stories: 1
Living Area: 1,533 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Coldwell Banker Realty
Office Phone: (415) 461-3000, 0
Listing Agent: Bill M Johnson
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Appliances: Electric Oven, Dishwasher, Microwave
Flooring Type: Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Interior: Formal Entry
Fireplace: Brick, Living Room, Wood Burning
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Full Bathrooms: 2
Total Bedroom Count: 4
Exterior Features
Exterior Information:
Private Pool: No
View: Hills
Parking Information:
Garage Space: 2 spaces
Attached Garage: Yes
Parking: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Garage Facing Front, Interior Access
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot: Cul-De-Sac, Garden, Greenbelt, Private
Lot Size: 0.23 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Baseboard, Central, Natural Gas
Cooling: None
School Info
Assigned Schools Information:
Terra Linda High School, Public District Grades 9-12
San Rafael High School, Public District Grades 9-12
Miller Creek Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
Mary E. Silveira Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-5
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Miller Creek/Marinwood Exit, L-Miller Creek, R-Las Gallinas, R-Blackstone, R-Heatherstone, R-Johnstone Dr R-Johnstone Ct
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $1,175,000
Price Per SqFt: $766/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $3,076
Tax Year: 2021
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Property Sales & Tax
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2021
$3,076
$103,019
2020
$3,130
$101,964
2019
$2,972
$99,965
2018
$2,865
$98,005
2017
$2,865
$96,084
History based on county public records data.
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Schools
Schools Nearby
The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.
Elementary School
5
/10
Mary E. Silveira Elementary School
375 Blackstone Dr
Distance between this listing and this school0.38 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Middle School
7
/10
Miller Creek Middle School
2255 Las Gallinas Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.88 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
High School
6
/10
Terra Linda High School
320 Nova Albion Way
Distance between this listing and this school2.91 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
4
/10
San Rafael High School
185 Mission Ave
Distance between this listing and this school4.98 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Assigned Schools
5
/10
Mary E. Silveira Elementary School
375 Blackstone Dr
Distance between this listing and this school0.38 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
5
/10
Loma Verde Elementary School
399 Alameda De La Loma
Distance between this listing and this school1.76 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
7
/10
Dixie Elementary School
1175 Idylberry Rd
Distance between this listing and this school2.10 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Assigned Schools
7
/10
Miller Creek Middle School
2255 Las Gallinas Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.88 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
3
/10
Hamilton Meadow Park
1 Main Gate Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.09 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
7
/10
Novato Charter
940 C St
Distance between this listing and this school1.31 miles
Public Charter Grades KG-8
Assigned Schools
6
/10
Terra Linda High School
320 Nova Albion Way
Distance between this listing and this school2.91 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
4
/10
San Rafael High School
185 Mission Ave
Distance between this listing and this school4.98 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
Nearby Schools
7
/10
Novato High School
625 Arthur St
Distance between this listing and this school3.91 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $120,833. Most San Rafael, CA residents have annual incomes between $100k-200k. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 257 Johnstone Ct
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 257 Johnstone Ct property is $1,175,000.
What type of property is this?
The property 257 Johnstone Ct is a house located in San Rafael, California, 94903.
Is this property for sale now?
Accepting Backup Offers: 257 Johnstone Ct is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
What are the assigned schools for this property?
The assigned schools for 257 Johnstone Ct are: Mary E. Silveira Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10Miller Creek Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 7/10Terra Linda High School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10San Rafael High School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $3,076 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 257 Johnstone Ct has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 257 Johnstone Ct is 1,533 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 257 Johnstone Ct is 1955.
This home is located at 257 Johnstone Ct in San Rafael, CA and zip code 94903. This 1,533 square foot home, which was built in 1955, sits on a 0.23 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since April 22, 2024 and is currently priced at $1,175,000.
In April 2024, from all listings sold in San Rafael, CA there were more than 32 sold above asking price, over 9 sold below and more than 3 were sold right at the asked price. Between March 2024 and April 2024, San Rafael, CA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 26.9%. Listings spent 13 days on the market in April 2024, and had a median list price of $1,312,200 during the same period.
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