511 Central Ave, Petaluma, CA 94952
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OFF MARKET

$711,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,038 sqft

511 Central Ave, Petaluma, CA 94952

Est. Refi. Payment $4,302/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 29, 2010 for $315,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$712K
Since last month
Increased$5K (+0.8%)
Since last year
Decreased$17K (-2.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$397K (+126%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +18% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$712K
July 2026$707K
June 2026$718K
May 2026$728K
April 2026$707K
March 2026$682K
February 2026$677K
January 2026$654K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
618 Galland Street, Petaluma, CA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$720,000
12/02/25
2
1
1,051
617 Keller Street, Petaluma, CA
0.25
Single-Family Home
$865,000
08/14/26
2
1
910
712 Oak Terrace, Petaluma, CA
0.45
Single-Family Home
$960,000
04/08/26
2
1
1,041
412 West St, Petaluma, CA
0.16
Single-Family Home
$835,000
06/25/26
4
1
1,536
510 Kent Street, Petaluma, CA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$1,090,000
04/29/26
3
2
1,524
21 Lakeville Street, Petaluma, CA
0.42
Single-Family Home
$419,000
06/30/26
3
1
957
15 Townview Lane, Petaluma, CA
0.49
Single-Family Home
$752,000
10/23/25
2
1
900
26 Liberty St, Petaluma, CA
0.57
Single-Family Home
$680,000
11/14/25
2
1
852
111 West Street, Petaluma, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$915,000
08/26/26
2
2
1,036
26 Wallace Court, Petaluma, CA
0.22
Single-Family Home
$976,000
12/12/25
3
2
1,140

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
605 Galland Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
0.02
$940,000
3
1
1,042
Off Market
618 Galland Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
0.06
$720,000
2
1
1,051
Recently Sold
528 Oak Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
0.08
$1,676,300
3
1.5
1,818
Off Market
520 Howard Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
0.08
-
5
4.5
2,512
Off Market
510 Kent Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
0.07
$1,090,000
3
2
1,524
Recently Sold
516 - 520 Howard Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
0.12
$1,443,800
5
4
2,512
Off Market
411 Walnut Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
0.10
$1,915,900
4
2.5
2,767
Off Market
518 Galland Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
0.07
$1,175,000
5
2
2,264
Recently Sold
615 Walnut St, Petaluma, CA 94952
0.10
$533,000
1
1
624
Off Market
337 Pleasant Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
0.17
$1,379,100
5
3
2,308
Off Market
703 West St, Petaluma, CA 94952
0.14
-
2
3.5
1,236
Off Market
537 laurel Street, Petaluma, CA 94952
0.17
$1,574,200
3
2.5
2,212
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1900
Living Area
1,038 sqft
Price/Sqft
$686

About this House

This West Petaluma charmer is just waiting for some TLC! With a large lot, a roof just 6 years old or so, a few dual pane windows recently installed, this house with a massive basement should not be missed.
511 Central Ave, Petaluma, CA 94952 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,038 sqft single-family home built in 1900. It last sold for $315,000 on Jun 29, 2010. More recently, it was listed as a rental in March 2024 with an asking price of $3,500 per month. That rental listing was removed on March 15, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $711,800, with a rent estimate of $2,875/month.

Home Details for 511 Central Ave

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900Year Updated: 1925
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7492 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 15, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Mar 13, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,500
Mar 12, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
Feb 23, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$3,500
Jun 29, 2010
Source: N/A
Sold
$315,000

Market trends in Petaluma

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$900K
$28.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.9%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$550
$19MoM
Available listings
93
7MoM

Around this home

What Locals Say about Petaluma

At least 404 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 74 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 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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    "It’s a golf course neighborhood tucked right by the 116 so great for commuting to San Rafael"
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  • Justin Dierkhising
    "Great neighborhood, great schools and safe place for kids. Easy walk downtown to great restaurants and shops. Parents all know each other and share things as needed. Good community and support. Petaluma is a solid home town "
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  • Melinda Chao
    "Have been living here for almost a year and a half. Everyone I’ve encountered has been very kind and friendly. Big sense of community and lots of fun events."
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  • Dede Bostian
    "I work from home. But I drive my son to school and some times it takes 15 minutes and sometimes it takes 25 minutes, it can get congested downtown. There is also a small, 2 car train and a free bus that is available. "
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  • Alison.duiven
    "My neighborhood is amazing because we have a strong sense of community here. People are friendly yet respectful of privacy too. "
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  • Veronica Cruz
    "It Seems very safe and friendly. One of our neighbors has been having block parties recently to help us get a better sense of community "
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  • Veronica Cruz
    "People sometimes let their dogs roam without a leash on and and this can be dangerous since most times the dogs are being territorial when you run into them. "
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  • Sandra Limbach
    "I don’t commute. I work from home. So to meet the word requirement. I will say that my commute time is very short. Just enough for me to walk down the hall to my office."
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  • Artbaron525
    "Best place to live in Sonoma county , low crime rate , schools could be better though overall out of 10 I give an 8.5"
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  • renfrojeff
    "I moved from San Francisco. It’s great not having to worry if you locked the front door and there is a great movie theatre, many dog parks and lots of yoga studios. Check out Dillon beach!"
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  • Catnbrat
    "It’s miserable. The traffic around town has tripled in the last few years. I don’t know how they think all the people in the houses they are building are going to get around but we can’t have any more cars on our roads; they just weren’t designed for this many people"
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  • Brian.spores
    "We have great local sports from the junior high to highschool level. Lacrosse is a great sport to play"
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  • rusty
    "Safe area to raise a family, lots of walking and biking paths and parks nearby. Great farm to table restaurant downtown. "
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  • Olen2699
    "It's calm and nice to walk as a family. There are some fun trails to enjoy. Nice schools. Friendly environments. "
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  • Carriemmullin
    "Long commute from Petaluma to Marin. 35 mile work commute takes 45-90 minutes each morning and afternoon. "
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  • Andy F.
    "It’s a bit pricey. Also, if you a looking to rent, and have a large dog over 25 lbs., it is doubly hard to fine anything other than an apartment. And open space is a premium in taking care of the dogs needs."
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  • Ninette N. F.
    "Easy to get around but I definitely need a car to go to get groceries and other services like banks, stores, hospitals etc."
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  • Le22rr
    "Close nit community of families of all ages, Dog and kid friendly, several small parks, close to good schools that kids can walk to. We have block parties and trick or treat as a group, and know each other by name. Lives here 1.5 years. "
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  • Keeliza
    "Lots of people walking their dogs regularly. Responsible dog owners that seem to have their pet’s best interest in mind"
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  • Ekomaisavai
    "I live here since 2013. Very friendly and convenient. Easy access to everything and public transportation is excellent. Just love it. "
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  • Kelsey R.
    "The neighborhood is safe, friendly. The JC area can be a little loud on some nights, but nothing terrible."
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  • Jwrhodes10
    "Flat walking and dog friendly clean and great Nebors and very good restaurants and right next the river and close to park "
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  • Dlas2no
    "Lots of nice parks in the neighborhood to walk around. The dog parks are not maintained though...too many foxtails and unmaintained areas."
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  • Toni M.
    "Petaluma is a great town with a creative spirit, family atmosphere, killer restaurants and live music scene. I love Ptown...."
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  • Parachininc
    "This is a nice neighborhood with super nice people and lots of families. Very laid back. Very walkable."
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  • GotMyPoopFaceOn
    "Chickens and dust. Not much else. Its dry homer. And dusty. The trucks go by day and night, wake me up with such a fright."
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  • Kerrypaul2
    "Lots of downtown festivities: Taste of Petaluma; Butter and Egg days; 4th of July fireworks; Art and Garden festival; antique shows. Mystic Theater has many famous musicians "
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  • Isabelssperry
    "Great parks for sports and dog play, friendly neighbors, beautiful landscaping, holiday spirit abound."
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  • Marchrisjoy
    "Dog-friendly neighborhood, lots of dog friendly parks, and your dogs will love and enjoy this community."
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  • Brett F.
    "It’s a super kid and family friendly area that’s extremely safe and next to the walking path that stretches the entire eastern half of Petaluma. Love it. "
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  • Deziromero72
    "Lots of Green areas to run and play . Active community and 3 dog parks nearby. Neighbors almost all enjoy animals"
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Frequently asked questions about 511 Central Ave

  • What is 511 Central Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 511 Central Ave in Petaluma, CA is $711,800.
  • What is the price history for 511 Central Ave?
    511 Central Ave in Petaluma, CA last sold for $315,000 in June 2010.
  • Is Petaluma a buyer's or seller's market?
    Petaluma is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Petaluma?
    The median sale price in Petaluma is $900K. That is down $28.5K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 511 Central Ave?
    The lot at 511 Central Ave in Petaluma, CA is about 0.17 acres (7,492 sq ft).

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