288 Ely Road N, Petaluma, CA 94954
SOLD
JAN 7, 2026

288 Ely Road N
Petaluma, CA 94954

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,400 sqft (on 32.19 acres)

$1,600,000

Last Sold: Jan 7, 2026
20% below list $2M
$1,143/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $9,568/mo*
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$1,600,000

Last Sold: Jan 7, 2026
20% below list $2M
$1,143/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $9,568/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,400 sqft
(on 32.19 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Trust sale for The Christensen Ranch. Over 32 acres immediately off Ely Rd N and served by City water provides many possible options. Three bedroom main house built in late 1800's and approximately 1520 sqft 2 bedroom 1 bath Mobile home installed in October 1995 with separate entrance, Large Hay barn, Dairy barn, several covered sheds and views of Petaluma Valley and surrounding hills. Property served as a grade A diary for many years. Property lies near the new location for Smart Train North station project.
288 Ely Road N, Petaluma, CA 94954 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,400 sqft single-family home built in 1894. It last sold for $1,600,000 on Jan 7, 2026 (20% below the $2,000,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,252,500, with a rent estimate of $3,587/month.
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Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$1,143/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 288 Ely Road N

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: PartialNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom, Bathroom, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1400 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Electricity Connected, PublicAppliances: Free-Standing Electric Oven, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Dryer, WasherDryerLaundry: Ground Floor,Inside AreaWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Central,Natural GasNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Central
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 220 Volts, 220 Volts in KitchenHas Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoFloors: Carpet, Laminate, Vinyl
View
Has a ViewView: City, Hills, Pasture
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionFencing: Partial Cross, WireOther Structures: Barn(s), Guest House, Shed(s), Storage, WorkshopFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 12Parking: Detached,Garage Faces Side,Guest,RV Access/Parking,RV Possible,Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+,Gravel,Unpaved
Frontage
Waterfront: Pond
Water & Sewer
Sewer: None

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1894
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Victorian,Vintage
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, WoodNot Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 137011024000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $2,000,000Price Per Sqft: $1,143/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow, Subject To Tenant Rights

Location

Direction & Address
City: Petaluma

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1400 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: SonomaNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 32.19 Acres

Documents

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Listing Info

Special Conditions: Offer As Is, Trust

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 324064060Listing Url
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listed by Eric P Frost DRE #01009982
Century 21 Epic, (707) 769-9000
Bought with: James A Lanatti DRE #01460297, (209) 481-8346, Century 21 Epic, (707) 769-9000
Originating MLS: Sonoma
Source: BAREIS, MLS#324064060

Price History for 288 Ely Road N

DatePriceEventSource
01/07/2026$1,600,000Sold
BAREIS #324064060
12/11/2025$2,000,000PendingBAREIS #324064060
09/05/2025$2,000,000ContingentBAREIS #324064060
08/28/2024$2,000,000Listed For SaleBAREIS #324064060

Market trends in Petaluma

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$929K
$14.83KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.8%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$531
$14MoM
Available listings
100
3MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$3,747
Assessment$301,591
Home facts updated by county records

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Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
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4
2
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0.76
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$1,095,000
08/26/25
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2
2,278
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3
2
1,887
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0.89
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$800,000
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3
2
1,755
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0.94
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$750,000
01/27/26
3
2
1,376
1429 Dandelion Way, Petaluma, CA
0.95
Single-Family Home
$767,000
06/10/26
3
2
1,376
365 Ely Road N, Petaluma, CA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$2,875,000
01/26/26
4
5
4,289
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1.14
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$1,050,000
11/17/25
3
2
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  • 79 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 74 % Say yards are well-kept

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  • 74 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 65 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 62 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 61 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 61 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 61 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 58 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say there's wildlife

  • 36 % Say there are community events

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