231 Macalvey Drive, Martinez, CA 94553
OFF MARKET

231 Macalvey Drive
Martinez, CA 94553

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,826 sqft

$998,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,015/mo*
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$998,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $6,015/mo*
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3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,826 sqft

Local Information

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Description

This special home located in the Alhambra hills has been owned by one family and is nestled into a highly desirable pocket of homes on the Martinez - Pleasant Hill border. The property is conveniently located within minutes to a variety of city center shopping districts, restaurants, desirable schools, churches, etc., and is surrounded with all types of community parks, hiking and riding trails for recreation. There is also relatively easy access to the highways and other optional routes for getting in and out of town. Buchanan Field Airport, Bart and Amtrak rail stations are close by with easy auto-commuter options West towards Oakland/Berkeley/San Francisco and East toward Sacramento. With its prime location, well-kept yard, Pool & Spa, and interior split-level floor plan, this property presents a fabulous opportunity to update as needed and make the home a comfortable family retreat.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from December 28, 2024
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Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio, Deck, Pool
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 231 Macalvey Drive

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Master Bathroom, Bathroom, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living RoomWet Bar
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1826 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Connected, Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Underground UtilitiesAppliances: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Range Hood, MicrowaveDishwasherLaundry: Cabinets,Ground Floor,Hookups Only,Inside RoomMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Brick, Family Room, Gas Log, Insert, Raised HearthSpa: In GroundHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 220 Volts, 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in LaundryHas Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Dual Pane Full, Window Coverings, ScreensFlooring: Carpet, Linoleum, Tile, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: Multi/Split, TwoFloors: Carpet, Linoleum, Tile, Vinyl
View
Has a ViewView: Hills
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Composition ShinglePatio / Porch: Front Porch, Deck, PatioFencing: Back Yard, WoodOther Structures: Gazebo, Shed(s), StorageFoundation: Concrete Perimeter, Raised, Slab
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Open Parking Spaces: 3No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Enclosed,Garage Door Opener,Garage Faces Front,Inside Entrance,Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+,Paved
Pool
Pool: In Ground, Gas Heat, Gunite, Pool Sweep, Pool/Spa Combo, Solar HeatPool
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1978
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Brick Veneer, Shingle Siding, StuccoNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1554020139

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,089,000
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: MartinezCommunity: Alhambra Hills

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1826 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: SonomaNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7487.964 sqft

Documents

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Listing Info

Special Conditions: Offer As Is, Trust

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 324078879Listing Url
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listed by Mark Vanbuskirk DRE #02179123, (925) 683-1499
Vanguard Properties, (707) 789-0400
Bought with: Tess Pollitz, Tessellation Real Estate
Originating MLS: Sonoma
Source: BAREIS, MLS#324078879

Price History for 231 Macalvey Drive

DatePriceEventSource
12/27/2024$1,020,000Sold
BAREIS #324078879
12/19/2024$1,089,000PendingBAREIS #324078879
12/09/2024$1,089,000ContingentBAREIS #324078879
10/07/2024$1,089,000Listed For SaleBAREIS #324078879

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
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$12,939
Assessment$1,020,000
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$4,194/mo
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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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  • 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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    "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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  • Mindy P.
    "Very nice area! It’s very safe! I would like to live here with my family! Good place to live! Comfortable place! "
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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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    "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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    "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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231 Macalvey Drive, Martinez, CA 94553 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,826 sqft single-family home built in 1978. This property is not currently available for sale. 231 Macalvey Drive was last sold on Dec 27, 2024 for $1,020,000 (6% lower than the asking price of $1,089,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 231 Macalvey Drive is $998,900.