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$1,171,117$1,448 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $426,000 on May 31, 2000

79 SIR FRANCIS DRAKE BLVD

ROSS, CA 94957
2
Beds
1
Baths
809 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1912
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$1.2M
$1.1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$426,000 · May 31, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,744 (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.$684,706 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$509,473
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$175,233
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$671,284

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.20 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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.1948
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 192 ft²Patio · 192 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Ross SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Redwood High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi

District: Tamalpais Union High School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 94957These 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.58
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 100.370

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.42%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.1%
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.2,366
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,440 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$259,576
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$395,275
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 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

79 Sir Francis Drake Blvd 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Ross 94957
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Marin County
  • Among the smallest homes in Ross 94957
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Ross 94957
  • Older than 96% of homes in Marin County

What homes are worth in Ross 94957

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

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$1.5M$10M

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Ross 94957.

How it measures up in Ross 94957

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ross 94957.

Estimated value$1,171,117
CheaperTypical $4,013,019Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$1448
CheaperTypical $1444Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area809 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,762 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1912
OlderTypical 1937Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 79 Sir Francis Drake Blvd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRoss 94957Marin County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,171,117almost no homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$144851% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than809 ft²almost no homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac2% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than191220% of homes4% of homes

About 79 Sir Francis Drake Blvd

How much is 79 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross, CA worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 79 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross, CA is $1,171,117 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,092,602 to $1,249,632. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 79 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross, CA last sell?

79 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross, CA last sold on May 31, 2000 for $426,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 79 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross, CA?

79 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross, CA has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 809 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 79 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross, CA built?

79 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross, CA was built in 1912, making it 114 years old. It is a contemporary home.

What schools serve 79 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross, CA?

79 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross, CA is assigned to Ross School (elementary), rated A+; Redwood High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Tamalpais Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 79 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross, CA compare to other homes in Ross 94957?

Among the 817 homes in Ross 94957, it is worth more than almost none of them ($1,171,117 against a typical $4,013,019), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($1448 against a typical $1444), it is bigger than almost none of them (809 ft² against a typical 2,762 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1912 against a typical 1937). Measured against all of Marin County, it is worth more than 37% 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 79 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross, CA?

The 2025 property tax bill for 79 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Ross, CA was $12,744. The county assessed it at $684,706.

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