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40 Mountain Lane, Mill Valley, CA 94941, Mill Valley, 94941 - 3 bed, 3 bath

40 Mountain Lane, Mill Valley, CA 94941 home-pic-0
ACTIVE$1,695,000$2,476/sqft
Est. Value: $1,695,000
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FairlyEstimate
40 Mountain Lane, Mill Valley, CA 94941
3Beds
3Baths
2,476Sqft
4,748Lot

Price Vs. Estimate

The estimated value ($1,695,000) is $0 (0%) lower than the list price ($1,695,000). This property may be overpriced.

Key pros and cons

Top Pros:
Great Schools: Elementary School: Tamalpais Valley Elementary School (9/10). Middle School: Mill Valley Middle School (9/10).
Top Cons:
Modest Lot Size: The lot size of 4,748 sqft is relatively modest for a property described as a 'sanctuary' on Mt. Tamalpais, which might limit potential for extensive additional landscaping or outdoor expansion beyond the existing decks.

Compared to the nearby listings

Price:$1.70M vs avg $2.03M ($-330,500)35%
Size:2,476 sqft vs avg 2,080 sqft62%
Price/sqft:$685 vs avg $1.0K17%

More Insights

Built in 1978 (48 years old).
Condition: Despite being built in 1978, this property has undergone extensive, high-quality renovations. The description highlights a 'chef's kitchen' with custom cabinetry, granite counters, and Viking Professional appliances, which appear virtually new in the images. Major system upgrades include a new metal roof, high-efficiency heat pump with AC, and solar power with battery backup. Brazilian cherry floors and redwood ceilings are in excellent condition. While one bathroom's tile style shows some age, it is clean and functional, and the overall property condition, including major systems and key living areas, reflects a recent and comprehensive renovation to current quality standards with no deferred maintenance.
Year Built
1978
Close
-
List price
$1.7M
Original List price
-
Price/Sqft
$685
HOA
$0
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
325088670
Home ConditionExcellent
Features
Excellent View:
Deck
Spa
View-

About this home

Welcome to 40 Mountain Lane a handcrafted sanctuary nestled on the slopes of Mt. Tamalpais. This magical Mill Valley oasis blends custom artistry with nature, featuring redwood ceilings, rich woodwork, and architectural staircases that flow through the home. The living and dining areas are framed by floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a lush, park-like setting with multiple Ipe decks and a mature lemon tree. The chef's kitchen showcases custom cabinetry, granite counters, and Viking Professional appliances, while cozy gathering spaces with a gas fireplace and Brazilian cherry floors invite warmth and connection. The primary suite offers tranquil views of the forest canopy, the San Francisco skyline, and the East Bay hills, while an expansive lower deck with a hot tub, sauna, and outdoor shower creates a true state-park-like retreat. Thoughtful upgrades include solar power with large capacity battery backup, a high-efficiency heat pump with AC, a new metal roof, and an oversized garage with EV charging. Just minutes to downtown Mill Valley and the Golden Gate Bridge, 40 Mountain Lane captures the perfect balance of craftsmanship, comfort, and natural beauty.

L
Lauren Turnauer
Listing Agent

Nearby schools

8/10
Old Mill Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.8mi
9/10
Park Elementary School
Public,•PK-5•1.2mi
8/10
Edna Maguire Elementary School
Public,•K-5•2.4mi
9/10
Tamalpais Valley Elementary School
Public,•K-5•3.0mi
8/10
Strawberry Point Elementary School
Public,•K-5•3.5mi
9/10
Mill Valley Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.2mi
8/10
Tamalpais High School
Public,•9-12•2.4mi

Price History

Date
Event
Price
09/11/98
Sold
$318,500
Condition Rating
Excellent
Despite being built in 1978, this property has undergone extensive, high-quality renovations. The description highlights a 'chef's kitchen' with custom cabinetry, granite counters, and Viking Professional appliances, which appear virtually new in the images. Major system upgrades include a new metal roof, high-efficiency heat pump with AC, and solar power with battery backup. Brazilian cherry floors and redwood ceilings are in excellent condition. While one bathroom's tile style shows some age, it is clean and functional, and the overall property condition, including major systems and key living areas, reflects a recent and comprehensive renovation to current quality standards with no deferred maintenance.
Pros & Cons

Pros

Great Schools: Elementary School: Tamalpais Valley Elementary School (9/10). Middle School: Mill Valley Middle School (9/10).
Exceptional Location & Setting: Nestled on the slopes of Mt. Tamalpais, this property offers a 'magical Mill Valley oasis' with a lush, park-like setting, providing a serene sanctuary just minutes from downtown Mill Valley and the Golden Gate Bridge.
High-End Custom Finishes & Design: The home boasts custom artistry with redwood ceilings, rich woodwork, architectural staircases, and floor-to-ceiling windows, creating a unique and aesthetically pleasing environment that blends with nature.
Gourmet Chef's Kitchen: Featuring a chef's kitchen equipped with custom cabinetry, granite counters, and Viking Professional appliances, it offers a premium culinary experience for cooking and entertaining.
Luxurious Outdoor Living & Views: Multiple Ipe decks, a mature lemon tree, and an expansive lower deck with a hot tub, sauna, and outdoor shower create a 'state-park-like retreat,' complemented by tranquil views of the forest canopy, San Francisco skyline, and East Bay hills.
Modern & Sustainable Upgrades: Thoughtful upgrades include solar power with large capacity battery backup, a high-efficiency heat pump with AC, a new metal roof, and an oversized garage with EV charging, enhancing comfort, efficiency, and long-term value.

Cons

Modest Lot Size: The lot size of 4,748 sqft is relatively modest for a property described as a 'sanctuary' on Mt. Tamalpais, which might limit potential for extensive additional landscaping or outdoor expansion beyond the existing decks.
Age of Property: Built in 1978, while extensively upgraded, the underlying structure is older, which might lead to concerns about unmentioned original systems or a layout that, despite its custom artistry, may not fully align with all modern open-concept preferences.
Maintenance of Custom Features: The property features numerous custom and high-end materials like redwood ceilings, rich woodwork, Ipe decks, and specialized amenities (hot tub, sauna), which typically require dedicated and potentially costly ongoing maintenance to preserve their quality and appearance.
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