1540 Center Rd APT 381, Novato, CA, 94947
About This Home
Bright, refreshed, and ready to go, this top-floor 1BD/1BA condo at Center Place has been thoughtfully updated and is waiting for its next home owner. Brand-new carpet and flooring, fresh paint, new refrigerator, bathroom mirror and fixtures throughout make this a turn key home. The open living area flows to a private balcony with peaceful treetop views, your own little escape without leaving home. The full bathroom has been freshened up with a new vanity mirror, faucet and fixtures. The unit comes with a large storage closet plus one assigned parking space to round out the package. Building amenities include an elevator, shared laundry across the hall, green landscaping and a sparkling community pool, all in the heart of downtown Novato. Everyday convenience is right at your doorstep. Grab a slice at Mountain Mike's, pick up fresh salsa at the beloved local favorite Tommy's Salsa, or sit down for a Thai dinner at Chao Praya, all just steps away. Pini Hardware and the post office make errands a breeze, and when you need a bigger run, Safeway, Starbucks, and Habit Burger are just a couple of blocks further. Whether it's your morning coffee, a quick errand, or a relaxed dinner out, this location truly delivers the ease of walkable neighborhood living.
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1975
Type & Style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subType: Condominium
Interior
Appliances
- Laundry features: See Remarks
Basement
- Basement: None
Bedroom1
- Area: 0
Bedroom2
- Area: 0
Bedroom3
- Area: 0
Bedroom4
- Area: 0
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Features: Dining/Family Combo
- Area: 0
Family Room
- Area: 0
Features
- Common walls with other units/homes: No One Above
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Central
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 661
- Total interior livable area: 661 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
Living Room
- Level: Main
- Area: 0
Master Bathroom
- Features: Tub w/Shower Over
Master Bedroom
- Area: 0
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 14040081
- Attached to another structure: Yes
- Zoning description: Unknown
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Pool features: Community
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden
Lot
- Lot size: 719 sqft
- Features: Greenbelt,Garden,Auto Sprinkler F&R
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener,Covered,Attached,Assigned
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Covered spaces: 1
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
- Wildfire
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Marin 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 | $1,618 | $19,416 |
| Home Insurance * | $65 | $780 |
| Property Taxes | $205 | $2,460 |
| Electricity | $398 | $4,786 |
| Total | $2,286 | $27,432 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-06 | Listed for sale | $320,000 |
| 2011-12-07 | Listing removed | $60,000 |
| 2011-11-30 | Listed for sale | $60,000 |
| 2011-11-02 | Sold | $62,000 |
| 2011-10-02 | Price change | $60,000 |
| 2011-09-26 | Price change | $70,000 |
| 2011-09-23 | Price change | $79,000 |
| 2011-09-04 | Listed for sale | $75,000 |
| 2011-06-21 | Sold | $71,516 |
| 2011-06-18 | Listed for sale | $82,000 |
| 2006-03-22 | Sold | $285,000 |
| 2001-09-28 | Sold | $169,000 |
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