20523 Palmer Avenue, Sonoma, CA, 95476
About This Home
This beautifully updated 1,772 sq-ft. home offers 2 bedrooms and 2.5 bathrooms on a quiet dead-end street just outside historic Sonoma. Tucked away for privacy yet conveniently close to local amenities. This property combines great location with thoughtful upgrades, on a nearly half acre lot. The heart of the home is the updated kitchen. Featuring granite countertops and peninsula, a gas cook-top with built-in oven, microwave, and stained glass cabinetry. There is a skylight, tiled backsplash, crown molding, and ample storage. The formal dining room includes a built-in credenza with a warming drawer. The French doors provide light and lead to a private deck that has a gas barbecue and fire pit table. All making this a great social space. A wood-burning brick fireplace anchors the living room. Adjacent is a central refinished restroom with a bathtub. The primary bedroom has vaulted ceilings and a spacious walk-in closet that doubles as a home office. The thoughtfully renovated en-suite includes heated floors, a towel warmer, Toto heated seat, modern finishes, and a beautifully tiled walk-in shower with dual shower heads and a seating bench. Modern systems add comfort and efficiency: solar panels, water softener and reverse osmosis systems, an attic fan, 200-amp electrical panel (generator-ready), central HVAC, double-pane windows, and security cameras. A washer and dryer are included. The spacious backyard has a gazebo, and offers room to create a spectacular garden or explore building potential. Two separate garages on opposite ends of the home deliver three indoor parking spaces, plus generous exterior parking. The house's engineered drainage and low-maintenance landscaped front yard is approached by gravel, and connects to a driveway lined with mature trees, enhancing the sense of privacy and arrival. This home has an abundance of personalized features built for comfort and style, and is close to renowned restaurants, local cultural events, and is just minutes from the famous downtown Sonoma square.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1968
Materials
- Roof: Composition
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Dishwasher,Double Oven,Gas Cooktop,Gas Plumbed,Range Hood,Warming Drawer
- Laundry features: In Garage
Basement
- Basement: None
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Other
- Level: Main
Features
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Brick,Family Room,Wood Burning Stove
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central,Fireplace(s)
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s),Central Air
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 1,772
- Total interior livable area: 1,772 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Room,Marble Counter,Pantry Closet,Skylight(s)
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Level: Main
Master Bathroom
- Features: Bidet
Master Bedroom
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 128311072000
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Front Porch,Deck
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Fencing: Back Yard,Wood
Lot
- Lot size: 0.43 Acres
- Features: Dead End
Parking
- Total spaces: 8
- Parking features: Detached,Garage Door Opener,Guest,Gravel,Level
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Covered spaces: 3
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Inland Flooding
- Earthquake
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Sonoma County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $7,205 | $86,460 |
| Home Insurance * | $370 | $4,440 |
| Property Taxes | $956 | $11,472 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $8,929 | $107,148 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
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Comparing Against the Market
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Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-29 | Listed for sale | $1,425,000 |
| 2014-04-04 | Sold | $510,000 |
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