1012 2nd St

Novato, CA 94945

$879,000
Price
3
Beds
1,444 Sq. Ft.
$609 / Sq. Ft.
1,444
Sq. Ft.
$609
per Sq. Ft.
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Largest bedroom. It has 2 closets
Hall bathroom with stall shower
2nd bedroom
3rd bedroom with attached full bathroom (with shower over tub). There's an adjacent bonus room for an office, nursery, exercise space
Inside laundry room
Back patio and view toward back yard
2-car garage with half bathroom and pull-down stairs leading to storage loft
Storage/bonus room off the garage
Large backyard with room for lawn
Close to local favorite Marvin's Breakfast Club
A block from stores on Grant Ave
2 blocks from HenHouse Brewing
2 blocks from Rustic Bakery and Carmen's La Hacienda

Description

Vintage charm in downtown Novato, newly refreshed for modern living! This 1940s single-story Ranch home features 3BD + office + 2.5BA with a flexible floor plan and possible ADU expansion potential. Just a block from local favorites like Marvin's Breakfast Club and Rustic Bakery, 1012 Second Street offers a lifestyle that's effortlessly accessible. Morning coffee, weekend brunch, boutique shopping, and community events are all right outside your door, no car required. Fresh landscaping and inviting...Vintage charm in downtown Novato, newly refreshed for modern living! This 1940s single-story Ranch home features 3BD + office + 2.5BA with a flexible floor plan and possible ADU expansion potential. Just a block from local favorites like Marvin's Breakfast Club and Rustic Bakery, 1012 Second Street offers a lifestyle that's effortlessly accessible. Morning coffee, weekend brunch, boutique shopping, and community events are all right outside your door, no car required. Fresh landscaping and inviting curb appeal draw you in, while inside you'll find new LVP flooring in the main living areas, new carpet in the bedrooms, and a brightened kitchen with newly painted cabinets, new counters, tile backsplash, and recessed LED lighting. A new dual-zone HVAC system, Milgard dual-paned windows, and added attic insulation ensure year-round comfort. The flexible rear bedroom and bath layout offers privacy ideal for guests or generational living. A large two-car garage with workshop space, half bath, generous overhead storage, EV outlet, RV/boat parking, and rough-ins for a potential future ADU provide rare versatility this close to downtown. The back yard is spacious and ready for your personal stamp. This property has been lovingly owned by the same family since it was built, and it's now ready for the next chapter!

Listing Agents

  1. Kevin McGinnis

    Kevin McGinnis

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01793143

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  2. Erin McGinnis

    Erin McGinnis

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01796588

    erin.mcginnis@compass.com

    P: (415)-725-1940

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Property Details for 1012 2nd Street

Architectural Style
Ranch
Cross Street
Grant Ave.
Total Parking Spaces
4
LISTING UPDATED: 03/04/2026 05:54 PM

Property Details for 1012 2nd Street

StatusActive
MLS #326016746
Days on Compass7
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1941
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,501 SF
CountyMarin County
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Location

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Building Information for 1012 2nd Street

Stories1Year Built1941Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,501 SF

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Property Taxes

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Property Information for 1012 2nd Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/District: Novato
  • Area Short Display: A1700
  • Directions to Property: 101 to DeLong exit, West on DeLong Ave, R Redwood Blvd, L Grant Ave, R Second St
  • Area Long Display: Novato
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Association Fee: $0
  • APN: 141-263-15
School Information
  • School District (County): Marin
  • Elementary School District: Novato Unified
  • Middle or Junior School District: Novato Unified
  • Senior High School District: Novato Unified
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached, EV Charging, Garage Door Opener, Side-by-Side
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking Spaces: 0
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Media Count: 2
Property
Lot Information
  • Square Footage: 1444.0
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Year Built Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7501.0
  • Lot Features: Auto Sprinkler Front, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Property and Assessments
  • Senior Community: No
  • Picture Count: 36
  • Property Disclaimer: All data, photos, visualizations, and information regarding a property, including the property's compliance with state and local legal requirements and all measurements and calculations of area, have been obtained from various sources, and may include such material that has been generated by use of artificial intelligence. Such information and material have not been and will not be verified for accuracy by the listing broker or the multiple listing service, and are not guaranteed as complete, accurate or reliable. Such information and material should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. This information and material are intended for the personal use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.
Utilities
  • Sewer: Sewer Public
  • Water Source: Water District
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Paved Driveway, Paved Sidewalk
  • Stories: 1
  • Levels: 1 Story
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Full Bath(s), Garage, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Partial Bath(s), Street Entrance
  • Pool: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central, Heat Pump
  • Bath Features: Granite, Shower Stall(s), Tub w/Shower Over, Window
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 3.0
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Carpet, Luxury Vinyl Plank, Vinyl
  • Fireplace Features: Brick
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Microwave
  • Laundry Features: Cabinets, Hookups Only, Inside Room
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • # of Rooms: 0
  • Room Type: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Office, Workshop
  • Window Features: Dual Pane Full, Window Coverings
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • # of Units: 0
Multi-Family Additional Information
  • 2nd Unit Approx SqFt: 0.0
  • 2nd Unit Rents for: $.00
Unit 2
  • ADU/2nd Unit: No

Property History for 1012 2nd Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 3, 2026

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #326016746

$879,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/03/2026

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #326016746

$879,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1012 2nd Street

Taxable ValueLand$39,226Additions$44,742Total$83,968
Tax Record2025$2,498 ($208 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt1,444 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,444 SqFtLot Size7,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1941CountyMARINAPN141-263-15Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1012 2nd Street

This home is within Novato Unified School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Lu Sutton Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Sinaloa Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
San Marin High School
Public - 9 to 12
Marin Oaks High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lu Sutton Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Sinaloa Middle School
Public6 to 8

San Marin High School
Public9 to 12

Marin Oaks High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1012 2nd Street, Novato, CA 94945

1012 2nd Street is a single family home for sale in Novato, CA 94945. This property was listed for sale on March 3, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $879,000. This listing's school district is Novato Unified School District. Nearby schools include Lu Sutton Elementary School, Sinaloa Middle School and San Marin High School. 1012 2nd Street is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 1,444 sqft single family home built in 1941.

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