4900 John Muir Rd, Martinez, California 94553, Martinez, 94553 - 3 bed, 3 bath
ACTIVE$1,298,000
4900 John Muir Rd, Martinez, California 94553
3Beds
3Baths
2,597Sqft
45,000Lot
Year Built
1956
Close
-
List price
$1.3M
Original List price
$1.3M
Price/Sqft
$500
HOA
-
Days on market
-
Sold On
-
MLS number
41117054
Home ConditionPoor
Features
Good View: Trees/Woods
Patio
ViewTrees/Woods
About this home
Possibly Over-Priced:The estimated price is 12% below the list price. We found 4 Cons,6 Pros. Rank: price - $1.30M(90th), sqft - 2597(87th), beds - 3(50th), baths - 3(59th).
CUSTOM HOME ON OVER 1 ACRE. FIRST TIME EVER OFFERED FOR PURCHASE. ORIGINAL OWNER. MAIN HOUSE APPROX 1900 SF HOSTING 2 BEDROOMS & 1 1/2 BATHS W/FORMAL LIVING/DINING & GREAT ROOM. ADU IS 1 BR/1 BATH APPROX 600 SF. LEGAL PERMITTED STRUCTURE. STEADY STREAM INCOME WITH ADU RENTED @ $2300/MO. ENTRANCES ARE SEPARATE OFFERING PRIVACY. LARGE SPACIOUS ROOMS. BEAUTIFUL NEIGHBORHOOD WITH MATURE TREES. PEACEFUL SURROUNDINGS. https://view.spiro.media/4900_john_muir_rd-4864?branding=false
Nearby schools
7/10
John Swett Elementary School
Public,•K-5•0.6mi
5/10
Hidden Valley Elementary School
Public,•K-5•1.5mi
4/10
Martinez Junior High School
Public,•6-8•2.4mi
6/10
Valley View Middle School
Public,•6-8•2.7mi
7/10
Alhambra Senior High School
Public,•9-12•1.5mi
8/10
College Park High School
Public,•9-12•2.7mi
Price History
Date
Event
Price
12/16/25
Price Change
$1,298,000-0.1%
12/05/25
Price Change
$1,299,000-0.1%
11/08/25
Listing
$1,300,000
Condition Rating
Poor
Built in 1956, this property retains a highly original and dated aesthetic, particularly in the kitchen nook with its pink booth and the bathrooms featuring pink fixtures and 1950s tile work. While seemingly maintained, the finishes, fixtures, and likely major systems are significantly outdated, requiring substantial renovation and rehabilitation to meet contemporary standards. The property's age and lack of visible modern updates suggest major components are at or past their expected lifespan.
Pros & Cons
Pros
High Available Lot Utilization: The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 45000, living area = 2597.
Income-Generating ADU: The property includes a legal and permitted Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) generating a steady income of $2300/month, offering significant financial benefit or multi-generational living potential.
Expansive Lot & Privacy: Situated on over 1 acre of land in a beautiful neighborhood with mature trees, the property offers ample space, peaceful surroundings, and enhanced privacy with separate entrances for the main house and ADU.
Unique & Original Ownership: This custom-built home is being offered for purchase for the first time by its original owner, suggesting a unique character and potentially well-maintained history.
Spacious Interiors: The main house features large, spacious rooms, providing comfortable living areas and flexibility for various layouts.
Good School Access: The property is located near highly-rated public schools, including College Park High School (8/10) and John Swett Elementary School (7/10), which is attractive to families.
Cons
MLS Listing Discrepancy: Living area discrepancy between mls listing and other public or private record. mls listing living area = 2597, other record living area = 1997.
Age of Property & Potential for Updates: Built in 1956, the main house may require significant updates to its systems, finishes, and amenities to meet contemporary buyer expectations and standards.
Main House Bedroom/Bathroom Count: The main house offers only 2 bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms for approximately 1900 sqft, which might be considered limited for its size and lot, potentially impacting appeal for larger families.
Recent Price Reductions: The listing history shows minor price reductions since its initial offering, which could indicate a longer market time or that the initial pricing was slightly ambitious.