1120 Shell Ave, Martinez, CA 94553
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OFF MARKET

$665,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Oct 11, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,444 sqft

1120 Shell Ave, Martinez, CA 94553

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
1,444 sqft
$461/sqft
Attached Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1120 Shell Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Walk in closetTile flooringLinen closetPrivate toilet areaRoomy dining areaShiplap wall
Come make yourself at home in this fully updated 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home with a single car garage. Can lighting and ceiling fans throughout the entire home.
Kitchen fully updated with tile flooring, granite countertops, new appliances, and a roomy dining area.
Laundry room has new flooring with a marble folding counter with a door that leads to the backyard. New flooring throughout and carpet in the bedrooms. Spacious bedrooms.
Oversized master bedroom with a walk in closet.
Sliding glass door leading to the backyard. Master bathroom is fully updated with tile floor, Shiplap wall, Marble vanity, large custom bathtub, large shower and a private toilet area.
Linen closet in the hallway.

Backyard has a beautiful gazebo for shade. Stamped concrete and grass in the backyard.
Storage shed in the backyard.

Renter pays for utilities; water, PG&E, garbage.
No smoking allowed
Pets negotiable
1120 Shell Ave, Martinez, CA 94553 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,444 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $488,888 on Jul 21, 2017 (13,480% above the $3,600 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2025 with an asking price of $3,600 per month. That rental listing was removed on November 23, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $665,900, with a rent estimate of $3,857/month.

Home Details for 1120 Shell Ave

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Interior Features

Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Air ConditioningCooling System: Central Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached, On Site

Comparable Sales for 1120 Shell Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
2210 Orange St, Martinez, CA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$535,000
09/08/26
3
2
1,283 sqft
1050 Sierra Ave, Martinez, CA
0.08
Single-Family Home
$580,000
09/03/26
3
2
1,795 sqft
2555 Orange St, Martinez, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$489,950
03/25/26
3
2
1,043 sqft
2280 N Crest Ave, Martinez, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$735,000
06/26/26
3
2
1,439 sqft
855 Bella Vista Ave, Martinez, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$685,000
05/26/26
3
2
1,489 sqft
2490 Birch St, Martinez, CA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$637,500
10/16/25
2
2
1,215 sqft
2340 San Carlos St, Martinez, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$740,000
03/26/26
4
2
1,368 sqft
871 Merle Ave, Martinez, CA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$605,000
03/30/26
3
2
1,332 sqft
854 Shell Ave, Martinez, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$655,000
08/03/26
3
2
1,175 sqft
2472 Monterey Ave, Martinez, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$775,000
04/27/26
3
2
1,426 sqft

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What Locals Say about Martinez

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  • 81% say there are sidewalks
  • 74% say there's holiday spirit
  • 60% say neighbors are friendly
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  • 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
    "Iā€™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
    "Iā€™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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    "Diverse city, not too big, growing downtown area. Major services such as hospitals, fire department, police easily accessible."
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  • Laurel Lucia
    "Wouldnā€™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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    "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, šŸŒ¹šŸ’— 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 itā€™s easy. Highway 4 East is often a nightmare but you can usually get to 680 without getting stuck as long as itā€™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 isnā€™t good with other dogs or people, also know itā€™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
    "Weā€™ve lived here for 28 years! Itā€™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
    "Farmerā€™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, farmerā€™s market, etc."
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  • Kmar
    "John Muirā€™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 itā€™s super easy to get on and off where I live in Martinez my commute isnā€™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, thereā€™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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    "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 thereā€™s a parade you can just walk outside your house and sit down on the curb itā€™s got that small town feel thatā€™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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    "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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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 23, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$3,600
Nov 8, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,600
Jul 21, 2017
Source: Bay East AOR #40782406
Sold
$488,888
Jun 8, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$488,888
May 20, 2017
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$488,888

Frequently asked questions about 1120 Shell Ave

  • What is 1120 Shell Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 1120 Shell Ave in Martinez, CA is $665,900.
  • What is the price history for 1120 Shell Ave?
    1120 Shell Ave in Martinez, CA last sold for $488,888 in July 2017.
  • 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 1120 Shell Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1120 Shell Ave in Martinez, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 1120 Shell Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1120 Shell Ave in Martinez, CA has in-unit laundry.

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