2165 James St, Martinez, CA 94553
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2165 James St
Martinez, CA 94553

  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 557 sqft

$449,000

Est. Mortgage $2,757/mo*
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$449,000

Est. Mortgage $2,757/mo*
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1 Bed
1 Bath
557 sqft

Local Information

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Description

This charming 1-bedroom home is a great fit if you’re looking for something simple and easy to maintain. Tucked back from the street, it offers a nice sense of privacy and a surprisingly spacious front yard to enjoy. The kitchen features a breakfast bar, built-in microwave, refrigerator and recessed lighting. Inside, the large bedroom includes a walk-in closet and slider that opens to the front deck. The bathroom has been tastefully updated with a tile surround shower, stylish sink/countertop and tile flooring. One-car garage plus a big bonus room with laundry hookups—great for extra storage, a workspace, or hobby area. Costway mini-split system for heating and A/C, along with dual pane windows for added efficiency. A cozy, move-in ready home with some nice upgrades and flexible space.

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$806
Listed
39 days ago

Home Details for 2165 James St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 2Types of Rooms: Bathroom, Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 557 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Microwave, Gas Water HeaterLaundry: InsideMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: OtherHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),Wall/Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Other
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: No Solar
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Laminate, Tile
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Laminate, Tile

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Attached
Pool
Pool: None
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Days on Market: 39

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1947
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Residential, Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Condition: ExistingParcel Number: 3760310114

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $449,000Price Per Sqft: $806
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Pending

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: MartinezCommunity: None
School Information
Elementary School District: Martinez (925) 335-5800High School District: Martinez (925) 335-5800

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 41133432

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 557 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5662.8 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 41133432Projected Close Date: Fri Jun 19 2026
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listing courtesy of Amber Cole DRE #01226313, (925) 382-4822
Cole Real Estate
Source: CCAR, MLS#41133432
Also Listed on CRMLS, CCAR.

Market trends in Martinez

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$712K
$6.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.7%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$477
$11MoM
Available listings
117
9MoM

Price History for 2165 James St

DatePriceEventSource
05/26/2026$449,000PendingCCAR #41133432
05/04/2026$449,000Listed For SaleCCAR #41133432
10/10/1986$44,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$2,223
Assessment$85,860
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What Locals Say about Martinez

At least 336 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

  • 67 % 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

  • 53 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 35 % Say there are community events

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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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    "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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    "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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    "Easy freeway access, always traffic to and from the city, not easy to walk to public transportation, need car "
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "No events in my immediate neighborhood but lots downtown: Senior center including Jazzersize and other classes, farmer’s market, etc."
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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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Amber Cole, Cole Real Estate
Agent Phone: (925) 382-4822
CCAR ©2026. Bay East ©2026. bridgeMLS ©2026. Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. This information is being provided by the CCAR MLS, or Bay East 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 2026-06-12 10:44:57 PDT
2165 James St, Martinez, CA 94553 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 557 sqft single-family home built in 1947. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by CCAR on May 4, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 41133432.