2490 Birch St, Martinez, CA 94553
SOLD
OCT 16, 2025

2490 Birch St
Martinez, CA 94553

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,215 sqft

$637,500

Last Sold: Oct 16, 2025
1% below list $645K
$525/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,859/mo*
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$637,500

Last Sold: Oct 16, 2025
1% below list $645K
$525/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,859/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,215 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

OPEN HOUSE Sunday Sept. 21, 11-1:30! Welcome to this delightful Martinez hillside gem, featuring a cozy front porch, located just minutes from the vibrant downtown area. This lovingly maintained home combines vintage charm with modern updates, offering refinished hardwood floors, new carpet, and stylish vinyl kitchen flooring. Enjoy an open-concept living and kitchen area filled with natural light from newly installed windows that perfectly frame views of Mt. Diablo. The space is enhanced by recessed lighting, ceiling fans, and a brand-new A/C unit for year-round comfort. The spacious primary bedroom includes a beautifully remodeled en-suite with a fully tiled, brand-new shower. Step outside to a serene backyard oasis featuring a wood deck, mature shade trees, a BBQ area, and plenty of room for gardening, entertaining, or simply relaxing in privacy. The attached garage offers parking plus ample space for storage or customize it into a workshop, man cave, or she shed. Additional upgrades include a newer roof (just 4 years old) and an updated irrigation system with automatic sprinklers. Don’t miss this move-in ready home that blends comfort, convenience, and character in a prime location!
2490 Birch St, Martinez, CA 94553 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,215 sqft single-family home built in 1955. It last sold for $637,500 on Oct 16, 2025 (1% below the $645,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $621,800, with a rent estimate of $2,684/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
Yes
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$525/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 2490 Birch St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1215 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDryerLaundry: Laundry RoomMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Wall FurnaceHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),Wall/Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Wall Furnace
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: No Solar
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Window CoveringsFlooring: Hardwood, Linoleum, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Hardwood, Linoleum, Carpet

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: TerraceFencing: FencedOther Structures: Shed(s)No Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Attached,Garage Door Opener
Pool
Pool: None

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Residential, Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Contemporary
Building
Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Condition: ExistingParcel Number: 3751920111

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $645,000Price Per Sqft: $525/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: MartinezCommunity: Not Listed
School Information
Elementary School District: Martinez (925) 335-5800High School District: Martinez (925) 335-5800

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1215 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4791.6 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 41110556
Last check for updates: about 6 hours ago
Listed by Janie Gervasi DRE #01166170, (925) 348-2250
Re/max Accord
Bought with: Brendan Moran DRE #01893322, (925) 464-1025, 5 Star Real Estate
Source: CCAR, MLS#41110556

Price History for 2490 Birch St

DatePriceEventSource
10/16/2025$637,500Sold
CCAR #41110556
09/22/2025$645,000PendingCCAR #41110556
09/15/2025$645,000PriceChange
CCAR #41110556
09/05/2025$659,000Listed For SaleCCAR #41110556
06/24/2021$640,000Sold
CCAR #40952745
06/06/2021$549,500PendingbridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40952745
06/04/2021$549,500Listed For SalebridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40952745
07/12/2013$335,000Sold
CCAR #40617184
06/04/2013$299,950Listed For SaleAgent Provided
01/27/2010$230,000Sold
N/A
06/21/2005$470,000Sold
N/A
04/09/2004$358,000Sold
N/A
07/08/1999$117,500Sold
N/A

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$8,084
Assessment$600,000
Home facts updated by county records

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$685,000
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1,489
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$645,000
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What Locals Say about Martinez

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  • 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

  • 36 % Say there are community events

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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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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