20 Buena Vista Avenue, Fairfax, CA, 94930
About This Home
Privacy, panoramic views and easy living define this contemporary retreat in Fairfax's coveted Monte Cristo Neighborhood. This enchanting estate offers exceptional access to the parkland, trails and lakes of Marin's Mt. Tam watershed, plus the nearby Meadow Club. The large home showcases exceptional pride of ownership and is sited on a premium 1/4 acre lot down a quiet lane, with meticulous landscaping, towering redwoods and a sweeping outlook across upper Cascade Canyon, Cascade Peak and White Hill. The home is an entertainer's delight with an open concept great room featuring soaring cathedral ceilings and opens to an oversized view deck creating true year-round indoor outdoor living. Expansive windows flood the space with natural light. Enjoy the warmth of the wood-burning fireplace on cozy winter evenings. The chef's kitchen features a Dacor range, newer stainless appliances, and a breakfast bar. The primary suite on the main floor shares the views and deck access. Downstairs presents many possibilities with two more large bedrooms and a separate guest quarters with an efficiency kitchen, ideal for extended family, guests, or flexible living arrangements. For outdoor enthusiasts, this property is a gateway to adventure. Adjacent to open space, the property offers immediate access to Fairfax's renowned trail network, with miles of scenic hiking and biking just beyond your door. Excellent Ross Valley schools. Just minutes to town, enjoy Fairfax's vibrant downtown scene, with restaurants, live music and shopping. The perfect home base for your active Marin lifestyle!
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Very Limited Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1995
Materials
- Roof: Composition
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Built-In Gas Range,Dishwasher,Free-Standing Refrigerator,Dryer,Washer
- Laundry features: Laundry Closet
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Partial
Bathroom
- Level: Lower,Main
Bedroom
- Level: Lower,Main
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 3
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Dining Room
- Level: Main
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s),Formal Entry,In-Law Floorplan
- Window features: Dual Pane Full,Greenhouse Window(s),Window Coverings,Screens
- Flooring: Carpet,Tile,Wood
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room,Wood Burning
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,688
- Total interior livable area: 2,688 sqft
Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living Room
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted,Deck Attached,Great Room,Skylight(s),View
- Level: Main
Master Bathroom
- Features: Double Vanity,Tile
Master Bedroom
- Features: Balcony,Closet,Outside Access
- Level: Main
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 19703301
- Special condition: Standard
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Front Porch,Deck,Patio
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: Fenced,Full
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Hills,Panoramic
Lot
- Lot size: 10,698 sqft
- Features: Auto Sprinkler F&R,Landscaped,Landscape Front,Landscape Misc
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Covered,Garage Faces Front,Side By Side,Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+
- Has garage: Yes
- Covered spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Carport: Yes
- Carport spaces: 2
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
- Landslide
- Earthquake
- Inland Flooding
- 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 | $8,393 | $100,716 |
| Home Insurance * | $419 | $5,028 |
| Property Taxes | $1,913 | $22,956 |
| Electricity | $576 | $6,916 |
| Total | $11,301 | $135,612 |
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
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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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-09 | Listed for sale | $1,750,000 |
| 2020-06-12 | Listing removed | $4,300 |
| 2020-06-05 | Listed for rent | $4,300 |
| 2019-02-27 | Listing removed | $4,000 |
| 2019-01-31 | Listed for rent | $4,000 |
| 2015-12-30 | Listing removed | $4,000 |
| 2015-10-28 | Price change | $4,000 |
| 2015-10-17 | Price change | $4,500 |
| 2015-10-07 | Price change | $4,750 |
| 2015-10-02 | Listed for rent | $4,850 |
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