5 Cottage Avenue
Mill Valley, CA 94941
- 3 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,188 sqft
- 6,299 sqft lot
- $1,346 per sqft
- 1930 build
- – on site
Premium location for this sweet vintage cottage on one of the best lots in the heart of the sunny side of coveted Blithedale Canyon! With true southwestern exposure, you will be amazed at the all-day/all-year sun, providing a light and spacious living environment. Step through the gate and be enchanted by the meandering mature gardens, oak trees and sitting areas, with filtered views of glorious Mt Tam throughout the property. First time on the market in 52 years! This home has been lovingly preserved, with soaring cathedral ceilings in the living room and formal entry. A wall of windows in the main living areas open seamlessly to oversized front deck, allowing for gracious 3-season indoor/outdoor living. Surrounded by much more expensive homes, this parcel allows for significant upside for buyers looking to maximize their investment. Blithedale Canyon is the traditional entry point to Mt. Tamalpias, Marin Open space and the epic Mill Valley trail system, perfect for hikers and bikers! Just a few flat blocks to bustling downtown Mill Valley with its restaurants, shopping and live music. The perfect home base for your active Marin lifestyle!
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Last updated Mar 27, 2025
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MLS# 325024615 —
The Building
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Year Built:1930
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Year Built Source:Assessor Auto-Fill
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Architecture:Bungalow
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Levels:2
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Levels:Multi/Split
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Patio And Porch Features:Uncovered Deck, Uncovered Patio
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SqFt:1,188 Sqft
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SqFt Source:Assessor Auto-Fill
Interior
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Interior Features:Cathedral Ceiling, Formal Entry, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight(s)
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# of Rooms:10
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Upper Level:Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s), Street Entrance
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Main Level:Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s), Living Room, Street Entrance
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Living Room:Cathedral/Vaulted, Open Beam Ceiling
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Kitchen Features:Quartz Counter, Slab Counter
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Miscellaneous:Balcony, Entry Gate
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Flooring:Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
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Laundry Features:Washer/Dryer Stacked Included
Financial & Terms
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Sale Conditions:Successor Trustee Sale
Location
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Directions:East Blithedale through downtown Mill Valley to West Blithedale. R-Cottage, first house on the left.
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Cross Street:West Blithedale
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Area:Mill Valley
The Property
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Property Type:Residential
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Property Type:Single Family Residence
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Lot Description:Auto Sprinkler F&R, Auto Sprinkler Front, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Landscape Misc, Private
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6299Lot SqFt:
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Lot Size Measurement:Acres
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Lot Size Source:Assessor Auto-Fill
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Property Faces:Southwest
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View:Canyon View, Garden/Greenbelt, Hills View, Mt Tamalpais, Ridge View, Woods
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0.1446Acres:
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Attach/Detach Home:Detached
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Fence:Fenced, Wood
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- No listing contact info available
Taxes
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Assessors Parcel Number:029-022-08
Beds
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Total Bedrooms:3
Baths
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2Total Baths:
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2Full Baths:
Heating & Cooling
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Heating:Natural Gas, Wall Furnace
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Cooling:None
Utilities
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Description:Cable Available, Electric, Internet Available, Natural Gas Connected
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Water Source:Public
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Sewer:Public Sewer
Appliances
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Appliances:Built-In Gas Range, Disposal, Free Standing Refrigerator, Hood Over Range
Schools
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Elementary School District:Mill Valley
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Middle Or Junior School District:Mill Valley
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Senior High School District:Tamalpais Union
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School District (County):Marin
The Community
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Senior Age Requirement::No
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Pool Description:No
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HOA Fee Amount:$No
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Association:Marin County
Parking
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Total Parking Spaces:2.00
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Parking Features:Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+
Extra Units
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Other Structures:Shed(s)
Monthly cost estimate

Asking price
$1,600,000
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Mortgage
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$8,567
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Taxes | N/A |
Insurance | $440 |
Utilities | $183 See report |
Total | $9,190/mo.* |
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Walk Score®
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Bike Score®
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Bike Score evaluates a location's bikeability. It is calculated by measuring bike infrastructure, hills, destinations and road connectivity, and the number of bike commuters. Bike Scores range from 0 (Somewhat Bikeable) to 100 (Biker’s Paradise).
Soundscore™
Provided by HowLoud
Soundscore is an overall score that accounts for traffic, airport activity, and local sources. A Soundscore rating is a number between 50 (very loud) and 100 (very quiet).
Air Pollution Index
Provided by ClearlyEnergy
The air pollution index is calculated by county or urban area using the past three years data. The index ranks the county or urban area on a scale of 0 (best) - 100 (worst) across the United Sates.
Max Internet Speed
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Sale history
Date | Event | Source | Price | % Change |
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3/21/25
Mar 21, 2025
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Listed / Active | BAREIS | $1,600,000 |