The Marin luxury home market continues to flourish with homes bringing record high prices. 147 Marin homes sold in 2022 for more than $4.6M and are considered luxury homes. Most of these homes reside in Belvedere, Mill Valley, Ross, and Tiburon. Here are the five most expensive homes of the 147 sold. This information is courtesy of the Marin Multiple Listing Services (MLS).
Ross Luxury Homes
In 2022, two of the five top-priced homes were in Ross. To set these sales in perspective, over the last five years 65 Ross homes sold for more than $4.6M. Only two were over the $18M price of 2 Upper Ames Ave.
12 Upper Ames Ave.
Sold $18,000,000 | $5k over asking | 6 days on the market | 6 bedrooms, 7 1/2 baths | 7,210 sq. ft.
12 Upper Ames Avenue, Ross from Circle Visions on Vimeo.
Description from the MLS:
Incomparable, updated Mid-Century Modern located less than a half-mile to Ross Commons. Beautifully sited, the approx. 1.4-acre property orients towards the South and is elevated off the valley floor, bathing the house, guest house, pool house and pool in incredible, natural light. The high-tech 5BR/5.5BA main home with approx. 5,930 sq ft with formal living/dining is anchored by the kitchen/great room with two Nana walls opening onto the property’s incredible grounds. The East wing offers a dedicated office, state-of-the-art home theater, and guest suite with separate entry. The 665 +/- sq. ft. one bedroom guest house with kitchen, living room overlooks the inviting pool area. There is also a 615 +/- sq. ft. pool house with kitchen and great room and direct access to the pool. The resort-like pool area was designed around majestic Japanese maple, olive, fruit trees, star jasmine and mature succulents. Top rated public schools, three car garage and more. Truly a very special offering!
41 Upper Road
Sold $14,500,000 | 3% under asking | 29 days on the market | 6 bedrooms, 8 1/2 baths | 7,505 sq. ft.
41 Upper Road
Description from the MLS:
Incomparable Ross estate masterfully blends East Coast architectural charm with high-end, designer finishes throughout! Smashing all white marble bathrooms, bold lighting, and bespoke fixtures are integrated throughout the highly desirable floor plan for both the main residence and two detached buildings. The 5 bedroom, 5.5 bathroom main home offers a grand scale great room that opens directly to the sweeping level lawns & pool. Secondary media room on the lower level. Seamless indoor/outdoor flow from all rooms to the exterior grounds. The +-1355 square foot detached guest house offers a state of the art gym that opens to a huge level lawn, grand scale game room (also ideal as a private home office), mini kitchen, & private guest suite. Reminiscent of a magazine worthy Napa Valley country house, the recreational grounds include 3 enormous lawns, pool, spa, fire pit, sauna house, old growth trees, 1.6 acres of walking trails, and mature plantings. Stunning Mt. Tam views w/all day sun.
Mill Valley Luxury Home
Over the last five years, 108 Mill Valley homes sold for more than $4.6M. Only one was over the $15.9M price of 480 Throckmorton Ave.
480 Throckmorton Ave.
Sold $15,900,000 | 9% under asking | 37 days on the market | 5 bedrooms, 5 baths | 5,755 sq. ft.
480 Throckmorton Ave.
Description from the MLS:
A seldom found sanctuary for those seeking the best Marin has to offer, this grand estate is arguably the crown jewel of Mill Valley. Located in the highly desirable Old Mill neighborhood, this +/- 5,755 SF home rests majestically on a sunny, 1.15 acre, lot that is a mere stroll to town yet tranquil & private. Recently renovated, the interiors exude timeless elegance & the ultimate in craftsmanship. Every detail has been meticulously curated, creating beautiful & inviting living spaces that are a perfect meld of tradition & modern. The functional floor plan is ideal, with the living areas on the entry level & four of the five bedrooms on the upper level. The lower level w/ separate entrance offers privacy for guests or au pair. The grounds are spectacular with meandering paths, vegetable gardens, fruit trees & grapevines. The outdoor entertainment areas are currently undergoing a major renovation including new pool, pergola w/fireplace & TV and a stunning alfresco kitchen. A must see!
Tiburon Luxury Home
Over the last five years, 128 Tiburon homes sold for more than $4.6M. Only one was over the $17.5M of 1860 Mountain View Dr.
1860 Mountain View Dr.
Sold $17,500,000 | 9% over asking | 9 days on the market | 4 bedrooms, 4 1/2 baths | 5,755 sq. ft.
Description from the MLS:
An icon of modern design, this spectacular 4BD/4.5BA custom home, nestled in the hills above downtown Tiburon, boasts the finest views in the Bay Area. Facilitated by 11′ glass NanaWalls, the staggering panorama includes the San Francisco skyline, the bay, the Golden Gate Bridge and Mt. Tamalpais. The retractable glass walls create a seamless transition between indoors and out, allowing full enjoyment of the mild micro-climate and imbuing the home with a sense of light and weightlessness. Book-matched olivewood veneers, soaring acoustical cedar ceilings, Venetian plaster walls, white oak floors, custom cabinetry with polished stainless hardware, dual-sided gas fireplaces, French limestone, Statuario marble and flamed granite combine to make an artistic statement. Both the main kitchen and the catering kitchen abound with high-end Miele appliances. An infinity edge pool, spa, outdoor kitchen and shower, south-facing Ipe decks, and expansive lawn perfectly suit the home for entertaining.
Belvedere Luxury Home: TOP SELLER for 2022
Over the last five years, 83 Belvedere homes sold for more than $4.6M. Only two were over the $19.5M of 130 Bella Vista.
130 Bella Vista Ave.
Sold $19,500,000 | 8% over asking | 24 days on the market | 4 bedrooms, 5 full and 2 half baths | 5,620 sq. ft.
View from 130 Bella Vista Ave.
130 Bella Vista was newly built and completed in 2017, replacing a much older home. The home is high up on Belvedere Island, about 200 feet above the water. Views are of Tiburon Cove, the San Francisco Bay, the San Francisco Yacht Club, downtown Tiburon, Angel Island, and San Francisco.
Here is a view of the original home indicating its location on the island.
Original home at 130 Bella Vista Ave, Belvedere CA
Status of Luxury Home Sales
Luxury homes are a small but significant percentage (5%) of Marin home sales. Comparing sale prices in 2022 to prices over the last five years shows that prices for these high-priced homes remained close to record high sales.