
Mill Valley, CA 94941
Analysis of 26 Circle Avenue, Mill Valley, CA 94941 is currently available with a list price of $1,700,000. The property maintains a Fair Condition Rating (50/100), suggesting the property is in acceptable condition with potential for value enhancement through selective updates and improvements. Located in a high-demand neighborhood within the Mill Valley Unified School District, this asset is categorized as a low-risk, high-reward acquisition suitable for both Buy-and-Hold Investors and Owner-Occupants willing to undertake light renovation work.
Property is moderate renovation needed.
Originally built in 1916, the home is significantly dated. The kitchen features oak cabinetry and square tile countertops consistent with a 30+ year old renovation. While the property appears well-cared for, the interior finishes, worn flooring, and visible plaster cracks indicate it needs substantial cosmetic updates and likely system modernizations to meet current standards.
Elementary School: Tamalpais Valley Elementary School (9/10). Middle School: Mill Valley Middle School (9/10).
This rare legal duplex offers over 3,100 square feet of living space, providing exceptional flexibility for multi-generational living, a spacious owner-occupied retreat, or an income-producing investment.
Known as the 'castle house,' this historic 1916 residence features unique architectural character and occupies a rare street-to-street lot in one of Mill Valley's most desirable neighborhoods.
Held by the same family for decades and built in 1916, the home likely requires significant capital investment to update its systems and interior finishes to meet modern luxury standards.
With a 3,163 sqft structure situated on a 4,940 sqft lot, the building footprint and potential hillside topography typical of street-to-street lots may limit flat, usable outdoor recreation space.
Welcome to 26 Circle Avenue, one of Mill Valley's most recognized and beloved homes. Long known among locals as the castle house, this remarkable property occupies a rare street to street lot stretching from Circle Avenue to Oakdale, right where Buena Vista meets Oakdale in one of the town's most desirable pockets. This legal duplex offers exceptional flexibility, with 5 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms spread across more than 3,100 square feet of living space. Whether used as a multi-generational residence, an income-producing investment, or a spacious owner-occupied retreat, the layout provides options that are increasingly hard to find in Mill Valley's tightly held market. Cared for by the same family for decades, the home carries a warmth and character that only comes with time. Its distinctive architecture and enduring presence have made it a true neighborhood landmark, and it now presents a rare opportunity for a new owner to bring their own vision to a property with unmatched history. Just blocks from Downtown Mill Valley, Boyle Park, Mill Valley Golf Course and hiking trails, 26 Circle Avenue places shops, restaurants, and open space all within easy reach. Few properties offer this combination of privacy, walkability, and access to everything that makes Mill Valley special. 26 CircleAvenue is more than a home. It is a piece of Mill Valley's fabric, ready for its next chapter.
No exterior & parking available.
Grades K-5 • 0.7 mi
Grades K-5 • 1.0 mi
Grades PK-5 • 1.0 mi
No sensitive facilities data found.
| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 5.0 | 3.0 |
| Baths | 3.0 | 3.0 |
| Square foot | 3,163 | 2,121.704 |
| Lot Size | 4,940 | 8,194.037 |
| Price | $1.70M | $2.10M |
| Price per sq ft | $537 | $1.1K |
| Built year | 1916 | 1963 |
| HOA | $0 | $160 |
| Days on market | 22 | 32 |
Aug 18, 2026
$1,700,000
Initial Listing