178 Summit Ave
Mill Valley, CA 94941
Blithedale Canyon
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,500 sqft
$2,175,600
as of Aug 25, 2026
$2,175,600
as of Aug 25, 2026
- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,500 sqft
Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Living Area
1,500 sqft
Price/Sqft
$1,450
Local Information
- Map ViewExplore the area around 178 Summit Ave.
- Schools5 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
- Shop & Eat
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About this House
Situated in the highly desirable "Middle Ridge" area (one of Mill Valley's most sought-after neighborhoods), just above town. 6-minute walk to downtown Mill Valley via Bernard or Alcatraz stairs. Close to Transit, Theatres, Shopping (downtown Mill Valley) & Hiking Paths on and up Mt. Tam. It has a stunning view of San Francisco and the Bay as well as Headlands and Ridgeline Views.
This 1934 Spanish-Style Residence retains Original Details alongside Quality Upgrades.
EXTERIOR:
You enter the private, gated front yard via a flagstone pathway leading you past an antique-stone basin-style fountain and though arches to the front French doors. The fountain is a popular bird/squirrel drinking and bathing spot (including hummingbirds).
The sunny city-view deck offers opportunities to garden and has natural-gas plumbed outside for a BBQ.
UPSTAIRS:
The Living Room and Gourmet Kitchen welcome you to sit by the fire, dine with friends or just unwind in it's comfortable setting.
Living Room has a Beamed Ceiling and a Stone Fireplace flanked by 2 pairs of French Doors which lead to a covered archway entry area. Another archway leads to the glass-roofed Sun Room.
There is a stunning view from the all-stainless Gourmet Kitchen.
Kitchen amenities include:
Thermador Professional Built-in Refrigerator
Double-oven range
Range-hood with shelf and heat lamps to keep your food warm
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal
Ample matte-black solid-granite counter-space includes a 2-person seating area
Abundant cabinetry.
Breakfast Area next to kitchen opens to Deck through French Doors.
The glass-roofed Sun Room opens to the living room via an archway, and doors to the upstairs Bedroom.
Upstairs Bedroom has French doors leading to the Sun Room and a built-in closet area with doors and drawers
Upstairs Bath has a full-sized tub.
DOWNSTAIRS:
Large primary bedroom-suite has many windows, two closets and a Travertine-stone bathroom with a large glass-front Shower.
Next to the Laundry Room is a tiled office-nook with recessed shelving
SPECIFICS:
2 bedroom, 2 bath detached house
Square Feet: Approx. 1500
Available: December
Rent: $6000
Security Deposit: $9000
Term: Month to month (but looking for long-term renters. NOT interested in short-term).
Water and Trash included. All other utilities covered by tenant.
On-street parking only.
Will consider Cats or Dogs with good pet references & pet deposit ($300 per cat, $500 per dog).
No Smoking, No Drugs.
Good references & credit important.
Water and Trash included. All other utilities covered by tenant.
On-street parking only.
Lease Term: Month-to-month (but hoping to find someone who plans on staying for a long time).
Will consider pets with good references & pet deposit.
No Smoking, No Drugs.
Good references & credit important.
Application Procedure:
If you are interested in renting this house, please ask us for our application.
Return your completed application with $100 cash "earnest money."* (See below for how this works.)
We use an online credit check / criminal background check service. We will initiate the search, and that company will contact you for permission and payment ($40). We do not take money for the credit check.
If the background and credit check are satisfactory, we will call your references and weigh our options.
Once we've made a decision, we'll let you know!
*Earnest money is a refundable cash deposit that shows you are seriously interested. Upon receipt, we will begin the research (background checks) necessary to find out if you are a correct fit for the place. If you end up moving in, this money will go toward your move-in costs. If we choose to go with another applicant, the money will be refunded to you. The only way you will forfeit the deposit is if we offer you the place and you decide not to take it.
If you are interested, please reply to this ad with a little bit about yourself, your situation, and what you are looking for. It would be a good idea to include phone number as well.
This 1934 Spanish-Style Residence retains Original Details alongside Quality Upgrades.
EXTERIOR:
You enter the private, gated front yard via a flagstone pathway leading you past an antique-stone basin-style fountain and though arches to the front French doors. The fountain is a popular bird/squirrel drinking and bathing spot (including hummingbirds).
The sunny city-view deck offers opportunities to garden and has natural-gas plumbed outside for a BBQ.
UPSTAIRS:
The Living Room and Gourmet Kitchen welcome you to sit by the fire, dine with friends or just unwind in it's comfortable setting.
Living Room has a Beamed Ceiling and a Stone Fireplace flanked by 2 pairs of French Doors which lead to a covered archway entry area. Another archway leads to the glass-roofed Sun Room.
There is a stunning view from the all-stainless Gourmet Kitchen.
Kitchen amenities include:
Thermador Professional Built-in Refrigerator
Double-oven range
Range-hood with shelf and heat lamps to keep your food warm
Dishwasher
Garbage disposal
Ample matte-black solid-granite counter-space includes a 2-person seating area
Abundant cabinetry.
Breakfast Area next to kitchen opens to Deck through French Doors.
The glass-roofed Sun Room opens to the living room via an archway, and doors to the upstairs Bedroom.
Upstairs Bedroom has French doors leading to the Sun Room and a built-in closet area with doors and drawers
Upstairs Bath has a full-sized tub.
DOWNSTAIRS:
Large primary bedroom-suite has many windows, two closets and a Travertine-stone bathroom with a large glass-front Shower.
Next to the Laundry Room is a tiled office-nook with recessed shelving
SPECIFICS:
2 bedroom, 2 bath detached house
Square Feet: Approx. 1500
Available: December
Rent: $6000
Security Deposit: $9000
Term: Month to month (but looking for long-term renters. NOT interested in short-term).
Water and Trash included. All other utilities covered by tenant.
On-street parking only.
Will consider Cats or Dogs with good pet references & pet deposit ($300 per cat, $500 per dog).
No Smoking, No Drugs.
Good references & credit important.
Water and Trash included. All other utilities covered by tenant.
On-street parking only.
Lease Term: Month-to-month (but hoping to find someone who plans on staying for a long time).
Will consider pets with good references & pet deposit.
No Smoking, No Drugs.
Good references & credit important.
Application Procedure:
If you are interested in renting this house, please ask us for our application.
Return your completed application with $100 cash "earnest money."* (See below for how this works.)
We use an online credit check / criminal background check service. We will initiate the search, and that company will contact you for permission and payment ($40). We do not take money for the credit check.
If the background and credit check are satisfactory, we will call your references and weigh our options.
Once we've made a decision, we'll let you know!
*Earnest money is a refundable cash deposit that shows you are seriously interested. Upon receipt, we will begin the research (background checks) necessary to find out if you are a correct fit for the place. If you end up moving in, this money will go toward your move-in costs. If we choose to go with another applicant, the money will be refunded to you. The only way you will forfeit the deposit is if we offer you the place and you decide not to take it.
If you are interested, please reply to this ad with a little bit about yourself, your situation, and what you are looking for. It would be a good idea to include phone number as well.
178 Summit Ave, Mill Valley, CA 94941 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,500 sqft single-family home in Blithedale Canyon. More recently, it was listed as a rental in November 2024 with an asking price of $6,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on January 4, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $2,175,600, with a rent estimate of $6,254/month.
Home Details for 178 Summit Ave
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Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Appliances & Utilities DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Floors: Hardwood, Tile |
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Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home |
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Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now |
Comparable Sales for 178 Summit Ave
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.10 | Single-Family Home | $2,525,000 | 09/19/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,705 sqft | |
0.14 | Single-Family Home | $1,995,000 | 01/13/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,634 sqft | |
0.11 | Single-Family Home | $2,580,000 | 04/06/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,879 sqft | |
0.30 | Single-Family Home | $2,460,500 | 09/26/25 | 2 | 1.5 | 1,422 sqft | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $2,200,000 | 09/04/25 | 3 | 2 | 1,514 sqft | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $1,350,000 | 06/22/26 | 2 | 2 | 728 sqft | |
0.53 | Single-Family Home | $1,360,000 | 06/18/26 | 2 | 1.5 | 1,236 sqft | |
0.46 | Single-Family Home | $2,800,000 | 05/27/26 | 3 | 2 | 1,621 sqft | |
0.36 | Single-Family Home | $1,500,000 | 10/23/25 | 3 | 2 | 2,250 sqft | |
0.27 | Single-Family Home | $1,850,000 | 12/16/25 | 3 | 3 | 2,350 sqft |
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Neighborhood Overview
Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.
What Locals Say about Blithedale Canyon
At least 20 Trulia users voted on each feature.
96 % Say it's dog friendly
91 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
91 % Say car is needed
90 % Say there's wildlife
88 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
87 % Say people would walk alone at night
86 % Say yards are well-kept
79 % Say there's holiday spirit
75 % Say it's quiet
73 % Say parking is easy
71 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
68 % Say there are community events
65 % Say kids play outside
64 % Say neighbors are friendly
29 % Say streets are well-lit
27 % Say there are sidewalks
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
Jan 4, 2025 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | $6,000 |
Nov 21, 2024 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $6,000 |
Apr 1, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals | ListingRemoved | |
Mar 18, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals | PriceChange | $5,500 Price decreased by 4% |
Mar 15, 2023 Source: Zillow Rentals | Listed For Rent | $5,750 |
Nov 5, 2009 Source: Agent Provided | ListingRemoved | $1,090,000 |
Jul 22, 2009 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $1,090,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Unavailable | $1,237,547 |
Home facts updated by county records
Frequently asked questions about 178 Summit Ave
- What is 178 Summit Ave estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 178 Summit Ave in Mill Valley, CA is $2,175,600.
- Is Mill Valley a buyer's or seller's market?Mill Valley is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
- What's the median sale price in Mill Valley?The median sale price in Mill Valley is $2.48M. That is up $73.33K from the prior month.
- What do residents say about the Blithedale Canyon neighborhood?Residents describe the Blithedale Canyon neighborhood in Mill Valley, CA as dog-friendly, walkable to restaurants, and walkable to grocery stores. See recently sold homes in Blithedale Canyon, Mill Valley.
- Does 178 Summit Ave have laundry facilities?Yes, 178 Summit Ave in Mill Valley, CA has in-unit laundry.
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