1242 Thomas Dr, Martinez, CA 94553
OFF MARKET

1242 Thomas Dr
Martinez, CA 94553

  • 1 Bed
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,718 sqft

$739,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,548/mo*
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$739,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,548/mo*
Refinance Your Home
1 Bed
1.5 Baths
1,718 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1970
Living Area
1,718 sqft
Price/Sqft
$430
Parking
Garage

About this House

Perched above downtown Martinez, this two-story single-family home offers sweeping views of the water and valley, with a unique opportunity to create your dream space. With 1,718 sq ft of living area on a 7,446 sq ft lot, the home features 1 bedroom, 1.5 bathrooms, and a spacious 2-car garage. Inside, enjoy generously sized rooms, an abundance of natural light, and a flexible layout with tons of potential. The elevated position provides added privacy and a peaceful perch overlooking the Carquinez Strait. Whether you're looking to renovate, expand, or invest, this property presents a rare chance to add value in a well-connected location. Conveniently close to the shops and restaurants of downtown Martinez, public transportation, and major freeways, this home is perfect for buyers with vision and creativity. Bring your contractor and your imagination—and make this hillside gem your own.
1242 Thomas Dr, Martinez, CA 94553 is a 1 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,718 sqft single-family home built in 1970. It last sold for the $615,000 asking price on Sep 29, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $739,100, with a rent estimate of $2,729/month.

Home Details for 1242 Thomas Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1718 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas RangeDishwasherLaundry: Laundry Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: CirculatingHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: No Solar
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Concrete, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: Two StoryFloors: Concrete, Wood
Security
Security: Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Exterior: Terraced Down, Yard SpaceNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage,Garage Door Opener
Pool
Pool: None

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1970
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: None
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Condition: ExistingParcel Number: 3721110181

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $615,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Sep 23 2025

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: Martinez

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1718 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7405.2 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Offer

Listing Terms: Call Listing Agent, Cash, Conventional, FHA

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 41110539
Last check for updates: about 13 hours ago
Listed by Aron Crisp II DRE #01316972, (415) 720-3348
EXP Realty
Bought with: Matt Rubenstein DRE #01889932, (925) 586-6578, Compass
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR, MLS#41110539

Price History for 1242 Thomas Dr

DatePriceEventSource
09/29/2025$615,000Sold
bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41110539
09/24/2025$615,000PendingbridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41110539
09/11/2025$615,000ContingentbridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41110539
09/05/2025$615,000Listed For SalebridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #41110539

Market trends in Martinez

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$760K
$48.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.3%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$497
$21MoM
Available listings
110
7MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,576
Assessment$143,859
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1242 Thomas Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
848 Talbart St, Martinez, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$680,000
06/15/26
2
1
1,551
61 Arreba Street, Martinez, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$715,000
06/24/26
2
2
1,217
0108 Green St, Martinez, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$575,000
08/01/25
2
1
1,048
1634 Alhambra Ave, Martinez, CA
0.24
Single-Family Home
$480,000
10/29/25
2
1
1,390
1214 Estudillo St, Martinez, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$760,000
05/28/26
2
1
1,105
971 W Green St, Martinez, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$720,000
01/27/26
4
2
1,596
1624 Alhambra Avenue, Martinez, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$569,000
07/07/26
3
1
1,275
1215 Castro St, Martinez, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$899,000
02/11/26
3
2
1,523
201 Arreba St, Martinez, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$700,000
05/18/26
3
1
1,154

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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

  • 80 % 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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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Bay East 2026. CCAR 2026. bridgeMLS 2026. Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. This information is being provided by the Bay East MLS, or CCAR MLS, or bridgeMLS. The listings presented here may or may not be listed by the Broker/Agent operating this website. This information is intended for the personal use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data last updated at 2026-07-29 03:25:41 PDT.