1042 Shell Ave, Martinez, CA 94553
OFF MARKET

$637,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,105 sqft

1042 Shell Ave, Martinez, CA 94553

Est. Refi. Payment $4,028/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 17, 2024 for $550,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$638K
Since last month
Increased$4K (+0.6%)
Since last year
Increased$105K (+19.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$85K (+15.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +57% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$635K
August 2026$631K
July 2026$623K
June 2026$636K
May 2026$616K
April 2026$586K
March 2026$549K
February 2026$530K
January 2026$531K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1102 Shell Ave, Martinez, CA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$624,000
10/10/25
3
2
1,303
2210 Orange St, Martinez, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$535,000
09/08/26
3
2
1,283
1050 Sierra Ave, Martinez, CA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$580,000
09/03/26
3
2
1,795
854 Shell Ave, Martinez, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$655,000
08/03/26
3
2
1,175
2266 Monterey Avenue, Martinez, CA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$588,000
05/26/26
2
2
973
2280 N Crest Ave, Martinez, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$735,000
06/26/26
3
2
1,439
2555 Orange St, Martinez, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$489,950
03/25/26
3
2
1,043
2156 Monterey Ave, Martinez, CA
0.15
Single-Family Home
$665,000
10/09/25
3
2
1,354

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1044 Shell Ave, Martinez, CA 94553
0.01
$785,400
3
2
1,663
Off Market
1102 Shell Ave, Martinez, CA 94553
0.06
$621,500
3
1
1,303
Off Market
1012 Shell Ave, Martinez, CA 94553
0.01
$633,400
2
2
1,314
Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Martinez, CA 94553
0.06
$550,600
2
1
880
Off Market
2300 San Carlos St, Martinez, CA 94553
0.04
$479,800
2
1
803
Off Market
1010 Shell Ave, Martinez, CA 94553
0.02
$646,100
2
2
1,314
Off Market
1050 Sierra Ave, Martinez, CA 94553
0.07
$580,000
3
2
1,795
Recently Sold
1000 Shell Ave, Martinez, CA 94553
0.03
$586,700
2
1
920
Off Market
2307 Leslie Ave, Martinez, CA 94553
0.04
$633,300
2
1
836
Off Market
2320 San Carlos St, Martinez, CA 94553
0.05
$567,600
2
1
942
Off Market
S, Martinez, CA 94553
0.09
$596,000
2
1
1,179
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1042 Shell Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1986
1,105 sqft
$577/sqft
Garage

About this House

Attention investors! The golden investment opportunity you've been waiting for has arrived. A diamond in the rough, 1042 Shell Ave, in the Mountain View neighborhood of Martinez, just hit the market and is ripe for its transformation. Selling AS IS this sizable 1,105 sqft home, nestled on a generous 5,000 sqft lot, is bursting with untapped potential, ready for your creative charm to bring its transformation to fruition. Imagine the possibilities with its expansive backyard — an untouched canvas for your dream project. Perhaps a cooling pool to beat the summer heat, or an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) to maximize your return (buyer to investigate). Don't let this opportunity to own in charming Martinez slip through your fingers.
1042 Shell Ave, Martinez, CA 94553 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,105 sqft single-family home built in 1986. It last sold for $550,000 on Sep 17, 2024 (10% above the $499,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2025 with an asking price of $3,300 per month. That rental listing was removed on December 13, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $637,500, with a rent estimate of $3,516/month.
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Cynthia Peterson, (415) 802-4000
Exp Realty Of California, Inc.
Bought with: Cynthia Peterson, Exp Realty Of California, Inc.
Source: CCAR, MLS#41070751

Home Details for 1042 Shell Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Bathroom, Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1105 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, WasherDryerLaundry: In GarageMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: No Solar
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Other

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShingleFencing: FencedExterior: Dog RunNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Has a GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage
Pool
Pool: None

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1986
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Other
Building
Construction Materials: Siding - OtherNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Condition: ExistingParcel Number: 3751710157

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $499,000
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: MartinezCommunity: Other

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1105 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5227.2 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Offer As Is

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 41070751

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 13, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$3,300
Nov 3, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,300
Oct 28, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,980
Oct 25, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$2,980
Price decreased by 10%
Oct 10, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$3,300
Price decreased by 6%

Market trends in Martinez

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$773K
$12.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.1%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$495
$4MoM
Available listings
120

Around this home

What Locals Say about Martinez

At least 339 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 66 % Say it's quiet

  • 65 % Say there's wildlife

  • 64 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 62 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 36 % Say there are community events

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  • Cathy Mitchell
    "I have a 3 mile commute each way. "
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  • Terry
    "I’m retired so my commute is just steps away to my weaving studio also known as an extra bedroom. I used to drive to BART and park there and take the train to SF to work. "
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  • Elliott Hull
    "I’m lucky to have a short commute but Martinez is close to a lot of cities with employment opportunities "
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  • Elliott Hull
    "Martinez is a safe neighborhood pretty much anywhere. Some areas are a little rough but very peaceful city"
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  • Trulia User
    "Diverse city, not too big, growing downtown area. Major services such as hospitals, fire department, police easily accessible."
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  • Laurel Lucia
    "Wouldn’t like that there are no sidewalks but the views are pretty and I see lots of people walking dogs "
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  • Ggonzalez10397
    "Safe environment very quiet not alot of action going on alot of great schools surrounding the neighborhood "
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  • Trulia User
    "neighbor hood watch, night out. hoa grounds keeping, loving family, porch lights very bright. And friendly neighbors, why I love my family and friends. Clean parks and clean sidewalk areas gardens with flowers, nice grass growing, 🌹💗 good morals and keeping safe, good parking. no speeding cars in a residential areas, high standards, good to be there at the moment but, gym time is important, having a healthy body matters. saddle ridge is an special beautiful place to live. "
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    "This neighborhood is near the canal trail and close to great hiking. The neighbors are very friendly and helpful. Houses are festive during holidays. "
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  • Pricilla V.
    "Easy freeway access, always traffic to and from the city, not easy to walk to public transportation, need car "
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  • Adrian L.
    "Family and pet oriented. Everyone watches out for each other. Everyone waves and says hello. Schools are good. Great community park being upgraded as we speak. All dogs are on leashes. "
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  • Beatriz L.
    "Most homeowners have dogs and walk them in the neighborhood. Plenty of hiking areas around where dogs are allowed"
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  • Sandra F.
    "quite, nice, a really good place to live. I would recommend to anyone. very diverse. great for kids or singles"
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  • Gsandals
    "I work in Martinez about 6 minutes away by car and 37 minutes walking, soooooo it’s easy. Highway 4 East is often a nightmare but you can usually get to 680 without getting stuck as long as it’s not between noon and 5pm"
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  • Linn G.
    "It is a nice town near the city without the rushed feeling or traffic. Perfect to commute and good for families. "
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  • Smith.natasha.589
    "Easy. Next to the 4, 680 and 24 freeways. Quick access to Berkeley and Richmond as well as Antioch and Pittsburg. Traffic shows up around 4pm vs the 80 freeway near Berkeley that starts around 330. "
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  • Natalie K.
    "I e been here my whole life. Great community. People look out for each other. Lots of generations of families. "
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  • Smith.natasha.589
    "We were greeted the day of moving in from our neighbor across the street. All homes are well kept and everyone is friendly and greets you. "
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  • Kristen Q.
    "A lot of people walking with or without their dogs along the same route. Just be aware if you have a dog that isn’t good with other dogs or people, also know it’s your responsibility to give the passerby space"
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  • John D.
    "Great access to large undeveloped parks for hiking and cycling. Beautiful marina park. It feels further away from the metro area than it is. "
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  • Sandra
    "It's quite peaceful. Beautiful rolling hills with many species of birds and wildlife. Suburban/country life. Lots of trails to walk or ride a bike and hiking."
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  • Christmasmae
    "We’ve lived here for 28 years! It’s the perfect city for families, schools and commuting! Neighbors are lovely! The city is comfortable! The parks are beautiful! "
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  • Kmarsden
    "Farmer’s Market Senior Center classes like Jazzercize John Muir Historic Site Waterfront Park Neighbors are friendly Rural Residential zoning means big lots with nice neighbors but not too close."
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  • Alexia S.
    "it's a great place to live but the high prices of rent are pushing younger newer families out. It won't be family friendly for long."
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  • Kmarsden
    "No events in my immediate neighborhood but lots downtown: Senior center including Jazzersize and other classes, farmer’s market, etc."
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  • Kmar
    "John Muir’s house and Mt. Wanda close by. Rural Residential zoning creates a spacious, casual yet friendly atmosphere in the neighborhood."
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  • Andrea K.
    "I take 680 south to get to work it’s super easy to get on and off where I live in Martinez my commute isn’t bad"
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  • Bootlvr
    "the tree of lights every November, our neighborhood garage sale in spring, and the summer neighborhood potluck"
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  • Meghanstanczak
    "Lots of people have dogs they walk. There is a dog park downtown near the marina and one on the board of pleasant hill. "
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  • Smith.natasha.589
    "They would love this area. Lots of open spaces. Responsible dog owners are much appreciated. Many homes have fenced in back yards to allow for play and potty. Even for a pet community, there’s not a lot of barking or stray dogs around. "
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  • Balesna
    "Lots of dog owners around here!! Walks being taken from sunrise and into the evening hours this late in the summer season."
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  • Hanahil
    "Safe, nice parks, wide roads, lots of stores and restaurants and public transit........................."
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  • Jessica G.
    "Very calm are and good school district love the area. Nice neighborhood store and theater near by down town Martinez nice calm night life. I see my self retiring in this area for sure"
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  • Poisonivey48
    "A lot of people walk and are very friendly. Wide variety of people from all over. scenery is beautiful. "
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  • Shuntingdale52
    "I see people walking their dogs all the time up and down the street. Martinez is a cute town. Wish there was more to do. But Love the Farmers Market on Sunday."
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  • Natalie S. S.
    "Homecoming is pretty cool because if you live downtown or near it there’s a parade you can just walk outside your house and sit down on the curb it’s got that small town feel that’s why I call it home"
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  • Sandra F.
    "It's 2 blocks away from the Jr. High. Close to restaurants and close to downtown. Very quiet neighborhood. "
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  • terry
    "Every two years we have a block party. People say hi. Grocery, drug an Starbucks are walking distance. "
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  • Nubia
    "Our little town has plenty to see and do. our 4th of July Celebration, Christmas tree lighting, parade and visit from Santa. Pedlers fair n market."
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Frequently asked questions about 1042 Shell Ave

  • What is 1042 Shell Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1042 Shell Ave in Martinez, CA is $637,500.
  • What is the price history for 1042 Shell Ave?
    1042 Shell Ave in Martinez, CA last sold for $550,000 in September 2024.
  • Is Martinez a buyer's or seller's market?
    Martinez is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Martinez?
    The median sale price in Martinez is $773K. That is down $12.5K from the prior month.
  • Does 1042 Shell Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1042 Shell Ave in Martinez, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 1042 Shell Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1042 Shell Ave in Martinez, CA has in-unit laundry.

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