5 Cottage Avenue, Mill Valley, CA 94941
OFF MARKET

5 Cottage Avenue
Mill Valley, CA 94941

Blithedale Canyon
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,188 sqft

$1,788,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $10,746/mo*
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$1,788,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $10,746/mo*
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3 Beds
2 Baths
1,188 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools5 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Commute Destination

Description

Premium location for this sweet vintage cottage on one of the best lots in the heart of the sunny side of coveted Blithedale Canyon! With true southwestern exposure, you will be amazed at the all-day/all-year sun, providing a light and spacious living environment. Step through the gate and be enchanted by the meandering mature gardens, oak trees and sitting areas, with filtered views of glorious Mt Tam throughout the property. First time on the market in 52 years! This home has been lovingly preserved, with soaring cathedral ceilings in the living room and formal entry. A wall of windows in the main living areas open seamlessly to oversized front deck, allowing for gracious 3-season indoor/outdoor living. Surrounded by much more expensive homes, this parcel allows for significant upside for buyers looking to maximize their investment. Blithedale Canyon is the traditional entry point to Mt. Tamalpias, Marin Open space and the epic Mill Valley trail system, perfect for hikers and bikers! Just a few flat blocks to bustling downtown Mill Valley with its restaurants, shopping and live music. The perfect home base for your active Marin lifestyle!
5 Cottage Avenue, Mill Valley, CA 94941 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,188 sqft single-family home in Blithedale Canyon, built in 1930. It last sold for $1,910,000 on Apr 9, 2025 (19% above the $1,600,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,788,400, with a rent estimate of $6,102/month.
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Home Highlights

Parking
0 Open Spaces
Outdoor
Patio, Deck
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 5 Cottage Avenue

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1188 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Connected, Internet Available, Natural Gas ConnectedAppliances: Built-In Gas Range, Disposal, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Range Hood, Washer/Dryer StackedDisposal
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Wall FurnaceNo CoolingAir Conditioning: NoneHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Has Electric on Property
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Skylight(s)Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: Multi/SplitFloors: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl, Wood
View
Has a ViewView: Canyon, Garden/Greenbelt, Hills, Mt Tamalpais, Ridge, Trees/Woods

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Deck, PatioFencing: Fenced, WoodOther Structures: Shed(s)Exterior: Balcony, Entry Gate
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1930
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceStructure Type: DetachedArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Not Attached Property
Property Information
Parcel Number: 02902208

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,600,000
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Mill Valley
School Information
Elementary School District: Mill ValleyJr High / Middle School District: Mill ValleyHigh School District: Tamalpais Union

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1188 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Marin CountyNo HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6298.776 sqft

Documents

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Listing Info

Special Conditions: Trust

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 325024615Listing Url
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Blaine Morris DRE #01395592, (415) 971-3232
Compass, (415) 945-6300
Bought with: Scott Wickham DRE #02097534, (415) 300-5364, Engel & Volkers Mill Valley, (415) 726-2166
Originating MLS: Marin County
Source: BAREIS, MLS#325024615

Price History for 5 Cottage Avenue

DatePriceEventSource
04/09/2025$1,910,000Sold
BAREIS #325024615
04/02/2025$1,600,000PendingBAREIS #325024615
03/21/2025$1,600,000Listed For SaleBAREIS #325024615

Market trends in Mill Valley

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$2.11M
$75KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
105.3%
4.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$1.01K
$33MoM
Available listings
79
3MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$24,149
Assessment$157,528
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 5 Cottage Avenue

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
29 Portola Lane, Mill Valley, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$2,200,000
09/04/25
3
2
1,514
27 Cottage Avenue, Mill Valley, CA
0.03
Single-Family Home
$2,450,000
10/01/25
3
3
2,046
20 Winwood Place, Mill Valley, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$1,995,000
01/13/26
3
2
1,634
137 W. Blithedale Avenue, Mill Valley, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$2,525,000
09/19/25
3
2
1,705
309 Corte Madera Avenue, Mill Valley, CA
0.13
Single-Family Home
$3,450,000
07/06/26
3
2.5
2,635
334 W Blithedale Avenue, Mill Valley, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$2,450,000
04/23/26
4
2.5
2,034
7 Elma Street, Mill Valley, CA
0.56
Single-Family Home
$2,460,500
09/26/25
2
1.5
1,422
45 Beverly Terrace, Mill Valley, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,850,000
12/16/25
3
3
2,350

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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

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  • Alex V.
    "No sidewalks. Not a lot of flat lots. Not many parks outside of old Mill. Streets are windy and not well lit. "
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  • Gayle Delaney
    "Like most of my neighbors, I have lived in this sunny and magical home and town for many years (32) and am leaving only to live part-time in Italy and with family in Florida. The extraordinary Redwood forest beauty of our town and our ease of being active neighbors for all sorts of causes and activities is wonderful. Our easy access to hours and hours of local, state and national hiking rail systems is hard to believe since we are so close to San Francisco!"
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  • Pat H.
    "Love being able to hike Mt Tam from my doorstep. Love the wine and food festival every June downtown mill valley. Best wines and restaurants showcase their best offerings."
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  • Annestuartbricca
    "I have lived in Mill Valley for 3 years and also work for the City of Mill Valley. This is an amazing city to live, work and play in. The trails and open spaces near and on Mt. Tam make some of the most beautiful views in the world accessible by bike or foot. The community is rich in cultural arts and entertainment. I enjoy the quiet refuge of my home in the hills after a day in the bustling downtown area. The parks are pristine and the community center has an indoor pool, brand new gym, dance studio, large/elegant banquet hall and many meeting/classroom spaces that you can rent for affordable prices. While Mill Valley has a reputation for being “stuck up”, “snotty” and “entitled”, I have not experienced this. I do pay an arm and a leg to live here, but in my opinion it is worth every penny and I have never regretted my decision to move here. The Mill Valley City Council is very responsive to citizen ideas, complaints and suggestions, making residents feel as though they have a voice in building the future of MV. With close proximity to San Francisco and Napa, you are in a great spot to travel and get away when you want. I will rent here until I am ready to buy a home somewhere more affordable."
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