Is there wildlife in Murphys, CA?

As of early 2026, 94% of users say there's wildlife

Is a car needed in Murphys, CA?

As of early 2026, 89% of users say car is needed

Are yards well-kept in Murphys, CA?

As of early 2026, 88% of users say yards are well-kept

Does Murphys, CA show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 82% of users say there's holiday spirit

Is Murphys, CA quiet?

As of early 2026, 80% of users say it's quiet

Is parking easy in Murphys, CA?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say parking is easy

Is Murphys, CA dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 78% of users say it's dog friendly

Do residents of Murphys, CA plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are neighbors friendly in Murphys, CA?

As of early 2026, 58% of users say neighbors are friendly

Would people walk alone at night in Murphys, CA?

As of early 2026, 57% of users say people would walk alone at night

Do kids play outside in Murphys, CA?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say kids play outside

Does Murphys, CA have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 47% of users say there are sidewalks

Are the streets well-lit in Murphys, CA?

As of early 2026, 36% of users say streets are well-lit

Are there community events in Murphys, CA?

As of early 2026, 35% of users say there are community events

Is Murphys, CA walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 30% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

Is Murphys, CA walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 28% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

What is 542 Bret Harte Dr estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 542 Bret Harte Dr in Murphys, CA is $1,084,100 .

What is the price history for 542 Bret Harte Dr?

542 Bret Harte Dr in Murphys, CA last sold for $885,000 in October 2020.

Is Murphys a buyer's or seller's market?

Murphys is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Murphys?

Residents describe Murphys, CA as well-kept, quiet, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Murphys, CA .

Does 542 Bret Harte Dr have air conditioning?

Yes, 542 Bret Harte Dr in Murphys, CA has air conditioning.

How big is the lot at 542 Bret Harte Dr?

The lot at 542 Bret Harte Dr in Murphys, CA is about 0.67 acres (29,185 sq ft).

OFF MARKET

$1,084,100

Trulia Estimate

4 Beds
5 Baths
3,541 sqft (on 0.67 acres)

542 Bret Harte Dr, Murphys, CA 95247

Est. Refi. Payment $6,450/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Oct 20, 2020 for $885,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$1.08M

Since last month

$19K (-1.7%)

Since last year

$11K (+1.1%)

Since last sale

$199K (+22.5%)

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 +83% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$1.08M
July 2026	$1.1M
June 2026	$1.11M
May 2026	$1.09M
April 2026	$1.1M
March 2026	$1.07M
February 2026	$1.05M
January 2026	$1.06M
2025
December 2025	$1.04M
November 2025	$1.04M
October 2025	$1.07M
September 2025	$1.06M
August 2025	$1.07M
July 2025	$1.08M
June 2025	$1.1M
May 2025	$1.1M
April 2025	$1.11M
March 2025	$1.11M
February 2025	$1.09M
January 2025	$1.09M
2024
December 2024	$1.08M
November 2024	$1.1M
October 2024	$1.1M
September 2024	$1.09M
August 2024	$1.1M
July 2024	$1.12M
June 2024	$1.13M
May 2024	$1.15M
April 2024	$1.14M
March 2024	$1.14M
February 2024	$1.11M
January 2024	$1.11M
2023
December 2023	$1.1M
November 2023	$1.12M
October 2023	$1.12M
September 2023	$1.13M
August 2023	$1.12M
July 2023	$1.11M
June 2023	$1.11M
May 2023	$1.1M
April 2023	$1.09M
March 2023	$1.09M
February 2023	$1.07M
January 2023	$1.06M
2022
December 2022	$1.06M
November 2022	$1.09M
October 2022	$1.12M
September 2022	$1.1M
August 2022	$1.11M
July 2022	$1.12M
June 2022	$1.18M
May 2022	$1.18M
April 2022	$1.18M
March 2022	$1.15M
February 2022	$1.16M
January 2022	$1.16M
2021
December 2021	$1.13M
November 2021	$1.14M
October 2021	$1.13M
September 2021	$1.11M
August 2021	$1.09M
July 2021	$1.06M
June 2021	$1.03M
May 2021	$998K
April 2021	$961K
March 2021	$938K
February 2021	$928K
January 2021	$915K
2020
December 2020	$907K
November 2020	$895K
October 2020	$888K
September 2020	$959K
August 2020	$935K
July 2020	$933K
June 2020	$919K
May 2020	$962K
April 2020	$953K
March 2020	$955K
February 2020	$929K
January 2020	$929K
2019
December 2019	$930K
November 2019	$906K
October 2019	$884K
September 2019	$907K
August 2019	$905K
July 2019	$893K
June 2019	$890K
May 2019	$894K
April 2019	$890K
March 2019	$916K
February 2019	$920K
January 2019	$909K
2018
December 2018	$907K
November 2018	$905K
October 2018	$903K
September 2018	$900K
August 2018	$898K
July 2018	$772K
June 2018	$738K
May 2018	$722K
April 2018	$689K
March 2018	$673K
February 2018	$652K
January 2018	$653K
2017
December 2017	$647K
November 2017	$637K
October 2017	$608K
September 2017	$619K
August 2017	$623K
July 2017	$626K
June 2017	$577K
May 2017	$602K
April 2017	$582K
March 2017	$608K
February 2017	$592K
January 2017	$610K
2016
December 2016	$625K
November 2016	$637K
October 2016	$663K
September 2016	$582K
August 2016	$592K

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
333 Oak Tree Cir, Murphys, CA	0.13	Single-Family Home	$752,500	04/09/26	4	2	2,228
281 Oak Tree Cir, Murphys, CA	0.17	Single-Family Home	$670,000	05/21/26	3	3	2,219
831 Rocky Hill Rd, Murphys, CA	0.38	Single-Family Home	$950,000	05/06/26	4	3	2,981
850 Murphys Creek Dr, Murphys, CA	0.14	Single-Family Home	$680,000	08/14/26	3	3	1,814
153 Apple Blossom Dr, Murphys, CA	0.40	Single-Family Home	$618,000	10/31/25	4	4	2,791
571 Tanner Ct, Murphys, CA	0.48	Single-Family Home	$950,000	07/22/26	5	4	2,500
563 Tanner Ct, Murphys, CA	0.47	Single-Family Home	$830,000	08/05/26	5	4	2,540
105 Fieldstone Dr, Murphys, CA	0.18	Single-Family Home	$579,500	06/24/26	3	3	1,794
177 Apple Blossom Dr, Murphys, CA	0.38	Single-Family Home	$600,000	10/10/25	3	3	2,050
198 Sweetwater Dr, Murphys, CA	0.43	Single-Family Home	$640,000	07/31/26	3	2	1,892

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
576 Quiet Pl, Murphys, CA 95247	0.06	$167,000	-	-	-	For Sale
374 Oak Tree Cir, Murphys, CA 95247	0.09	$487,800	3	2	1,772	Off Market
358 Oak Tree Cir, Murphys, CA 95247	0.10	$924,000	3	2	1,818	For Sale
39 Emerald Dr, Murphys, CA 95247	0.04	$751,000	4	2	2,061	Off Market
381 Oak Tree Cir, Murphys, CA 95247	0.10	$502,400	3	2	1,630	Off Market
600 Friendly Ct, Murphys, CA 95247	0.07	$160,000	-	-	-	For Sale
333 Oak Tree Cir, Murphys, CA 95247	0.13	$752,500	4	2	2,228	Recently Sold
123 Cottage Cir, Murphys, CA 95247	0.07	$496,900	2	2	1,164	Off Market
376 Oak Tree Cir, Murphys, CA 95247	0.13	-	-	-	-	Off Market
55 Oak Tree Ct, Murphys, CA 95247	0.12	$499,000	3	2	1,356	For Sale
139 Cottage Cir, Murphys, CA 95247	0.07	$475,000	2	2	1,098	Recently Sold
566 Friendly Ct, Murphys, CA 95247	0.09	$229,000	-	-	-	For Sale

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

2007

Lot Size

0.67 acres

Living Area

3,541 sqft

Price/Sqft

$306

Parking

Garage

About this House

Beautiful estate home walking distance to downtown Murphys. Main house has almost 2800 square feet with 3 bedrooms plus a bonus/media room and 3 and half baths. Guest house above the garage is 1 bedroom with a full bath that is approximately 740 square feet. The main house boasts of a large great room with cathedral ceilings. Huge master suite with double walk in closets, double sinks and a claw foot tub. Two guest bedrooms upstairs both en suite. There is over 900 square feet of covered decking for relaxing and enjoying the outdoors. Newly added outdoor kitchen with built in BBQ and covered pergola. Located on a over sized lot in highly desired Murphys location.

542 Bret Harte Dr, Murphys, CA 95247 is a 4 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 3,541 sqft single-family home built in 2007. It last sold for $885,000 on Oct 20, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,084,100, with a rent estimate of $4,034/month.

Home Details for 542 Bret Harte Dr

Interior Features
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 4
Interior Details Number of Rooms: 10
Fireplace & Spa Fireplace

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 2007
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Modern

Exterior Features
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage

Community
Units in Building: 2

Lot Information
Lot Area: 0.67 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Oct 20, 2020 Source: N/A	Sold	$885,000
Jul 17, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	ListingRemoved	$949,000
Jun 19, 2020 Source: Agent Provided	Listed For Sale	$949,000
Aug 1, 2018 Source: MetroList Services of CA #18018013	Sold	$895,000
Jun 21, 2005 Source: N/A	Sold	$187,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2026	Unavailable	$977,109

Additional Cost

Market trends in Murphys

Last updated July 2026

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Available listings

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Around this home

Albert A. Michelson Elementary School
K-5
Public
226 Students
Vallecito Union School District
8/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
This is the best school. We could not dream of a better one. Our children LOVE it!
Parent Review
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What Locals Say about Murphys

At least 15 Trulia users voted on each feature.

94 % Say there's wildlife
89 % Say car is needed
88 % Say yards are well-kept
82 % Say there's holiday spirit
80 % Say it's quiet
79 % Say parking is easy
78 % Say it's dog friendly
67 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
58 % Say neighbors are friendly
57 % Say people would walk alone at night
56 % Say kids play outside
47 % Say there are sidewalks
36 % Say streets are well-lit
35 % Say there are community events
30 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
28 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

Matt Baugh
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1mo ago
"It has a great sense of community "
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Tiffany I.
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6y ago
"Murphys is a very dog friendly community, but we appreciate all pet owners picking up after their pets!"
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Tiffany I.
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6y ago
"There is a very popular and fun subdivision for trick or treating a few blocks away that is very safe and fun for the whole community"
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Mannfred
11y ago
"Murphys is a hidden treasure. With umpteen vineyards and tasting rooms, not to mention a world-class amphitheater with summer concerts that have included The Moody Blues, Lady Antebellum, Willie Nelson, ZZ Top and more -- it's a tremendous community!"
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drh20s
12y ago
"Small town living... Five Star restaurants... unbelievable natural beauty... skiing, natural hot springs, and more. Murphys is exceptional! It's been called "the next Napa Valley!""
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Gerry j.
13y ago
"A beautifully serene area with many amenities such as golfs, tennis, pools, parks, restaurant, clubhouse, lake. A friendly neighborhood!"
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Halrobinson74
13y ago
"Great place for families! I'm moving from San Diego and love the quiet life style"
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Frequently asked questions about 542 Bret Harte Dr

What is 542 Bret Harte Dr estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 542 Bret Harte Dr in Murphys, CA is $1,084,100.
What is the price history for 542 Bret Harte Dr?
542 Bret Harte Dr in Murphys, CA last sold for $885,000 in October 2020.
Is Murphys a buyer's or seller's market?
Murphys is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Murphys?
Residents describe Murphys, CA as well-kept, quiet, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Murphys, CA.
Does 542 Bret Harte Dr have air conditioning?
Yes, 542 Bret Harte Dr in Murphys, CA has air conditioning.
How big is the lot at 542 Bret Harte Dr?
The lot at 542 Bret Harte Dr in Murphys, CA is about 0.67 acres (29,185 sq ft).