512 Falling Star Dr, Martinez, CA 94553
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$736,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 23, 2026
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,726 sqft

512 Falling Star Dr, Martinez, CA 94553

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
1,726 sqft
$426/sqft
Attached Garage

Local Information

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

About this House

What's unique:Cozy gas fireplacePrivate backyardAttached two-car garageBeautiful japanese maple treesPrivate retreatCustom hallway cabinetry
** Open this weekend 7/18 1-3pm **

Welcome to 512 Falling Star Drive, a beautifully updated corner-unit home offering the perfect combination of comfort, space, and convenience.

Inside, soaring ceilings and abundant natural light create a bright and welcoming atmosphere throughout the open-concept living spaces. Newer luxury vinyl flooring and a cozy gas fireplace make the main living area an inviting place to relax or entertain. The recently remodeled kitchen features a spacious island, gas range, stainless steel appliances, under-cabinet lighting, and custom cabinetry extending to the ceiling for exceptional storage.

The spacious primary suite offers a private retreat with an en-suite bathroom featuring a sunken jetted soaking tub. Two additional bedrooms provide plenty of flexibility for family, guests, a home office, or additional living space. Custom hallway cabinetry and built-in laundry room storage provide even more room to keep everything organized.

The attached two-car garage includes built-in cabinetry and a pantry with convenient roll-out drawers, plus two additional parking spaces directly in front of the garage (rare for the neighborhood). Outside, enjoy a private backyard with a covered patio, beautiful Japanese maple trees, and mature lemon, orange, and lime trees, creating a peaceful setting for relaxing, dining, or entertaining outdoors. Pets are welcome with an additional $500 pet deposit and $100 monthly pet rent per animal.

Conveniently located near freeway access, shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, 512 Falling Star Drive offers comfortable living in a welcoming and well-connected location.

12-month lease. Renters are responsible for all utilities, including water, garbage, gas and electricity (PG&E), internet/Wi-Fi, and any other optional services. No smoking is permitted. Pets are welcome with an additional $500 pet deposit and $100 monthly pet rent per animal.

This property can be rented furnished for an additional deposit and monthly charge. Inquire for more details.
512 Falling Star Dr, Martinez, CA 94553 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,726 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $435,000 on Jul 2, 2013 (10,257% above the $4,200 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2026 with an asking price of $4,200 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 19, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $736,100, with a rent estimate of $4,087/month.

Home Details for 512 Falling Star Dr

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: CentralAir ConditioningCooling System: Air Conditioner, Central AirHeating Fuel: Central
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherRefrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Attached Garage Off Street, On Site

Comparable Sales for 512 Falling Star Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
509 Falling Star Dr, Martinez, CA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$710,000
07/30/26
3
3
1,572 sqft
619 Falling Star Dr, Martinez, CA
0.07
Single-Family Home
$745,000
07/30/26
3
2.5
1,726 sqft
517 Falling Star Dr, Martinez, CA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$815,000
02/17/26
3
3
2,146 sqft
527 Falling Star Dr, Martinez, CA
0.04
Single-Family Home
$765,000
07/27/26
4
3
2,146 sqft
117 Kingswood Ln, Martinez, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$710,000
09/21/26
4
3
1,711 sqft
218 Ladybug Ln, Martinez, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$735,000
09/25/25
3
3
1,516 sqft
216 Ranchita Ln, Martinez, CA
0.21
Single-Family Home
$292,500
04/27/26
3
1.5
1,258 sqft
211 Echols Drive, Martinez, CA
0.41
Single-Family Home
$900,000
05/29/26
3
2.5
1,916 sqft
242 Echols Drive, Martinez, CA
0.39
Single-Family Home
$949,999
03/27/26
3
2.5
1,916 sqft
4059 Medford Ct, Martinez, CA
0.37
Single-Family Home
$881,000
11/26/25
4
3
2,454 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Martinez

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$4,087/mo
Average rent
$2.42K
$42MoM
Available listings
80
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What Locals Say about Martinez

At least 339 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 86 % Say car is needed

  • 81 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % 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

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 36 % Say there are community events

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  • Cathy Mitchell
    "I have a 3 mile commute each way. "
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  • Terry
    "Iā€™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
    "Iā€™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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  • Trulia User
    "Diverse city, not too big, growing downtown area. Major services such as hospitals, fire department, police easily accessible."
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  • Laurel Lucia
    "Wouldnā€™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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  • Trulia User
    "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, šŸŒ¹šŸ’— 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 itā€™s easy. Highway 4 East is often a nightmare but you can usually get to 680 without getting stuck as long as itā€™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 isnā€™t good with other dogs or people, also know itā€™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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  • Christmasmae
    "Weā€™ve lived here for 28 years! Itā€™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
    "Farmerā€™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, farmerā€™s market, etc."
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  • Kmar
    "John Muirā€™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 itā€™s super easy to get on and off where I live in Martinez my commute isnā€™t bad"
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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, thereā€™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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  • Hanahil
    "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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  • Natalie S. S.
    "Homecoming is pretty cool because if you live downtown or near it thereā€™s a parade you can just walk outside your house and sit down on the curb itā€™s got that small town feel thatā€™s why I call it home"
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  • Sandra F.
    "It's 2 blocks away from the Jr. High. Close to restaurants and close to downtown. Very quiet neighborhood. "
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  • terry
    "Every two years we have a block party. People say hi. Grocery, drug an Starbucks are walking distance. "
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  • Nubia
    "Our little town has plenty to see and do. our 4th of July Celebration, Christmas tree lighting, parade and visit from Santa. Pedlers fair n market."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 19, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$4,200
Jul 14, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$4,200
Jul 2, 2013
Source: N/A
Sold
$435,000
May 26, 2013
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$399,000
Jan 18, 2012
Source: bridgeMLS/CCAR/Bay East AOR #40545582
Sold
$345,000

Frequently asked questions about 512 Falling Star Dr

  • What is 512 Falling Star Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 512 Falling Star Dr in Martinez, CA is $736,100.
  • What is the price history for 512 Falling Star Dr?
    512 Falling Star Dr in Martinez, CA last sold for $435,000 in July 2013.
  • Is Martinez a buyer's or seller's market?
    Martinez is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Martinez?
    The median sale price in Martinez is $773K. That is down $12.5K from the prior month.
  • Does 512 Falling Star Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 512 Falling Star Dr in Martinez, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 512 Falling Star Dr have a garage?
    Yes, 512 Falling Star Dr in Martinez, CA has an attached garage.

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