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1259 Royal Oak Ter APT C, Novato, CA, 94947

2beds
2baths
1,024sqft
$490,000
$479price/sqft
$3,539/moest. monthly cost
$141,560/yrincome needed

About This Home

Welcome to this exceptional, turn-key 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom townhome nestled in the highly desirable Western Oaks community. Spanning 1,024 square feet of beautiful living space, Unit C perfectly blends contemporary comfort with a tranquil natural setting. Step inside to an open-concept living and dining area featuring fresh paint, stylish new flooring, and an abundance of natural light. The adjacent, tastefully updated kitchen boasts newer stainless steel appliances, spacious cabinetry, and a large single-basin sink. Slide open the glass door to your sizable private rear deck, offering a peaceful retreat for morning coffee or outdoor dining among majestic oak trees. Convenience abounds on the main level with a transformed half bath and clever under-stair storage. Upstairs, you'll find plush new carpeting, a practical laundry closet, and two large bedrooms with spacious closets. The full bathroom showcases a contemporary vanity, attractive fixtures, and a shower over tub. Unit C includes two exterior storage closets and two assigned parking spaces (one carport). As part of the Western Oaks HOA, you'll enjoy fantastic amenities including a clubhouse, swimming pool, and basketball court. Nature lovers will adore being moments from Scottsdale Pond and scenic hiking trails, while commuters will appreciate the central location near the Vintage Oaks Shopping Center, downtown Novato, Hwy 101, Hwy 37, and public transportation. Don't miss this modern, move-in-ready gem!

Getting Around

42
WalkingCar-Dependent
33
TransitSome Transit
18
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

7/10
5/10
San Jose MiddleGrades 6-81.1 mi
8/10
Novato High SchoolGrades 9-120.9 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Property condition: Updated/Remodeled
  • Year built: 1971

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Construction materials: Frame

Type & Style

  • Home type: Condo
  • Architectural style: Contemporary
  • Property subType: Condominium

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Range Hood,Dishwasher,Washer,Dryer
  • Laundry features: Laundry Closet

Basement

  • Basement: None

Bedroom1

  • Area: 0

Bedroom2

  • Area: 0

Bedroom3

  • Area: 0

Bedroom4

  • Area: 0

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Full bathrooms: 1
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Area: 0

Family Room

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 0

Features

  • Flooring: Simulated Wood,Carpet

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Electric
  • Cooling features: None

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,024
  • Total interior livable area: 1,024 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main
  • Area: 0

Living Room

  • Features: Deck Attached
  • Area: 0

Master Bathroom

  • Features: Tub w/Shower Over

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Closet
  • Area: 0

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 15216213
  • Attached to another structure: Yes
  • Zoning description: Unknown
  • Special condition: Standard

Features

  • Levels: Two
  • Stories: 2
  • Entry location: Ground Floor
  • Pool features: Community
  • Patio & porch: Uncovered Deck

Lot

  • Lot size: 2,879 sqft
  • Features: Close to Clubhouse

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2
  • Parking features: Uncovered Parking Space,Covered
  • Covered spaces: 1
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
  • Uncovered spaces: 1
  • Carport: Yes
  • Carport 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
    Inland FloodingVery High
  • Earthquake
    EarthquakeRelatively High
  • Coastal Flooding
    Coastal FloodingModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Inland Flooding
Earthquake
Coastal Flooding

FEMA Declared Disasters in Marin County and California

Earthquake
Flood
Mud Landslide
Severe Ice Storm
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Tropical Storm
Winter Storm

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

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,477$29,724
Home Insurance *$100$1,200
Property Taxes $564$6,768
Electricity $398$4,786
Total$3,539$42,468
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$121,337/yr
40% on housing$106,170/yr
45% on housing$94,373/yr

California FAIR Plan Programs

California FAIR Plan Association

Covered
WildfireWildfire
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Current Policies
Residential: 417,310Commercial: 13,990
Total Premiums$1.42B
Total Exposure$429.84B

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.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 9.0%
9.0%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 4.3%
4.3%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.0%
1.0%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$479This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 94947$686
Marin County$774

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 94947$602
Marin County$805

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

DateEventPrice
2026-08-05Contingent$490,000
2026-06-26Listed for sale$490,000
2019-07-24Sold$479,000
2019-07-05Pending sale$479,000
2019-05-15Price change$479,000
2019-04-18Listed for sale$499,000
2012-12-28Sold$250,000
2012-12-15Pending sale$223,000
2012-12-11Listed for sale$223,000
2009-09-15Sold$215,000
2004-04-23Sold$350,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentCraig S. Adams
BrokerageHolmes Burrell Real Estate

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