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$663,868$445 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $395,000 on May 2, 2002

1 COTTONWOOD PL

NOVATO, CA 94945
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,491 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1,980 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$664K
$644K low$684K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$395,000 · May 2, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,174 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$604,203 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$238,064
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$366,139
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$592,358

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyMARIN
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1981
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Pool W/Hot Tub/Spa

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
San Ramon Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
H
San Marin High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
M
Sinaloa Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Novato Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94945These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.80
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.343

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.33%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,041
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.609 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$121,671
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$168,139
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

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How this home compares

1 Cottonwood Pl measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 91% of homes in Marin County
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Northwest Novato
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Novato 94945
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Marin County
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Marin County

What homes are worth in Novato 94945

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$495K$2.2M

This home is worth more than 12% of homes in Novato 94945.

How it measures up in Novato 94945

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Novato 94945.

Estimated value$663,868
CheaperTypical $985,540Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$445
CheaperTypical $531Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area1,491 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,832 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size1,980 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 1 Cottonwood Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthwest NovatoNovato 94945Marin County
Estimated valuepricier than$663,86815% of homes12% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4453% of homes13% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,491 ft²29% of homes27% of homes31% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,980 ft²15% of homes12% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than197874% of homes62% of homes76% of homes

About 1 Cottonwood Pl

How much is 1 Cottonwood Pl, Novato, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1 Cottonwood Pl, Novato, CA is $663,868 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $644,210 to $683,526. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1 Cottonwood Pl, Novato, CA last sell?

1 Cottonwood Pl, Novato, CA last sold on May 2, 2002 for $395,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1 Cottonwood Pl, Novato, CA?

1 Cottonwood Pl, Novato, CA has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,491 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 1 Cottonwood Pl, Novato, CA built?

1 Cottonwood Pl, Novato, CA was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1 Cottonwood Pl, Novato, CA?

1 Cottonwood Pl, Novato, CA is assigned to San Ramon Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; San Marin High School (high), rated B+; Sinaloa Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Novato Unified School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1 Cottonwood Pl, Novato, CA compare to other homes in Novato 94945?

Among the 5,950 homes in Novato 94945, it is worth more than 12% of them ($663,868 against a typical $985,540), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($445 against a typical $531), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,491 ft² against a typical 1,832 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (1,980 ft² against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1978 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Marin County, it is worth more than 9% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1 Cottonwood Pl, Novato, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1 Cottonwood Pl, Novato, CA was $8,174. The county assessed it at $604,203.

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