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$815,923$619 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $245,000 on May 30, 1997

5 RUBEN CT

NOVATO, CA 94947
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,318 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1963
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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

$816K
$764K low$868K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$245,000 · May 30, 1997
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$296,923
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$237,538
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.63%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$500,000
RESIDENTIAL MORTGAGE CAPITAL · recorded May 10, 2007
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$19,000
CALHFA MORTGAGE ASSISTANCE COR

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,933 (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.$406,976 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$174,418
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$232,558
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$398,996

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.Contemporary
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.1967
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Wood 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.No

Transaction History(11)

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.

H
San Marin High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
San Ramon Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Sinaloa Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.9 mi

District: Novato Unified School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94947These 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.75
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.345

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.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.24,655
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.932 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$125,612
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$157,069
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.59°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5 Ruben Ct 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 86% of homes in West Novato
  • Costs more per square foot than 76% of homes in Novato 94947
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in West Novato
  • Has a bigger lot than 72% of homes in Novato 94947

What homes are worth in Novato 94947

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

This home
$385K$2.4M

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Novato 94947.

How it measures up in Novato 94947

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Novato 94947.

Estimated value$815,923
CheaperTypical $924,117Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$619
CheaperTypical $548Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area1,318 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,590 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1963
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 5 Ruben Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest NovatoNovato 94947Marin County
Estimated valuepricier than$815,92314% of homes36% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$61969% of homes76% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than1,318 ft²16% of homes28% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac64% of homes72% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than196339% of homes39% of homes52% of homes

About 5 Ruben Ct

How much is 5 Ruben Ct, Novato, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5 Ruben Ct, Novato, CA is $815,923 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $764,265 to $867,581. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5 Ruben Ct, Novato, CA last sell?

5 Ruben Ct, Novato, CA last sold on May 30, 1997 for $245,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5 Ruben Ct, Novato, CA?

5 Ruben Ct, Novato, CA has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,318 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 5 Ruben Ct, Novato, CA built?

5 Ruben Ct, Novato, CA was built in 1963, making it 63 years old. It is a contemporary home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5 Ruben Ct, Novato, CA?

5 Ruben Ct, Novato, CA is assigned to San Marin High School (high), rated A+; San Ramon Elementary School (elementary), rated A; 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 5 Ruben Ct, Novato, CA compare to other homes in Novato 94947?

Among the 8,270 homes in Novato 94947, it is worth more than 36% of them ($815,923 against a typical $924,117), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($619 against a typical $548), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,318 ft² against a typical 1,590 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1963 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Marin County, it is worth more than 17% 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 5 Ruben Ct, Novato, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5 Ruben Ct, Novato, CA was $5,933. The county assessed it at $406,976.

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