871 Merle Ave, Martinez, CA 94553
SOLD
MAR 30, 2026

$606,400

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,332 sqft

871 Merle Ave, Martinez, CA 94553

Est. Refi. Payment $3,870/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 30, 2026 for $605,000 (2% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$606K
Since last month
Increased$9K (+1.6%)
Since last year
Decreased$11K (-1.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$2K (+0.3%)
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 +39% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$607K
August 2026$598K
July 2026$597K
June 2026$597K
May 2026$607K
April 2026$606K
March 2026$619K
February 2026$640K
January 2026$620K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
855 Bella Vista Ave, Martinez, CA
0.05
Single-Family Home
$685,000
05/26/26
3
2
1,489
826 Veale Ave, Martinez, CA
0.16
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$586,000
10/10/25
3
3
1,606
2555 Orange St, Martinez, CA
0.14
Single-Family Home
$489,950
03/25/26
3
2
1,043
854 Shell Ave, Martinez, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$655,000
08/03/26
3
2
1,175
1102 Shell Ave, Martinez, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$624,000
10/10/25
3
2
1,303
2340 Yale St, Martinez, CA
0.27
Single-Family Home
$540,000
03/19/26
3
2
1,272
2490 Birch St, Martinez, CA
0.23
Single-Family Home
$637,500
10/16/25
2
2
1,215

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
881 Merle Ave, Martinez, CA 94553
0.01
$427,400
2
1
656
Off Market
2541 Monterey Avenue, Martinez, CA 94553
0.01
$690,000
4
2.5
2,556
Recently Sold
901 Bella Vista Ave, Martinez, CA 94553
0.05
$670,900
3
2
1,269
Off Market
821 Vine St, Martinez, CA 94553
0.08
$671,300
3
1
1,872
Off Market
817 Vine St, Martinez, CA 94553
0.08
$635,000
3
1
1,117
Off Market
855 Bella Vista Ave, Martinez, CA 94553
0.05
$685,000
3
2
1,489
Recently Sold
817 Vine Ave, Martinez, CA 94553
0.09
$557,700
3
1
1,117
Off Market
2598 Monterey Avenue, Martinez, CA 94553
0.07
$727,400
3
2
1,228
Off Market
803 Vine Ave, Martinez, CA 94553
0.09
$797,700
4
2
1,612
Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Martinez, CA 94553
0.06
-
-
-
-
Off Market
761 Palm Avenue, Martinez, CA 94553
0.09
$736,000
3
2
1,288
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1973
1,332 sqft
$454/sqft
2 Car Garage

About this House

Cute home in a nice spot, with beautiful Redwood trees & low maintenance succulents in the front. Step inside to enjoy fresh interior paint, & light filled living & dining rooms featuring large windows & a spacious breakfast bar. Perfect for everyday living & entertaining. The main level offers 2 downstairs bedrooms & 1 bathroom. The kitchen is well equipped with a newer stainless steel refrigerator, ample cabinetry, double sink ,newer electric oven/stovetop, plus convenient access to the side yard. Hallway laundry closet includes a washer, dryer & shelving. The downstairs bathroom features a colorful linoleum floor, shower over tub, vanity w/storage & a medicine cabinet. Upstairs enjoy a roomy & bright family room w/attractive architecture details, & a ceiling fan. An ideal space to relax/work. The upstairs bedroom includes laminate flooring, accent wall, organized closet, & ceiling fan. The bathroom offers tile flooring, shower over the tub & a newer toilet. 2 car garage includes work benches, shelving & pegboards, a large driveway, and new garage door, Quaint backyard w/a private-feeling. close to downtown, the marina, shopping, train, parks, schools, easy freeway access. Highly rated Morello Park Elementary School
871 Merle Ave, Martinez, CA 94553 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,332 sqft single-family home built in 1973. It last sold for $605,000 on Mar 30, 2026 (2% below the $619,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $606,400, with a rent estimate of $3,527/month.
Last check for updates: about 13 hours ago
Listed by Tina Van Arsdale DRE #01259271, (925) 640-2355
Re/max Accord
Bought with: Basak Cakici DRE #02035715, (510) 684-3939, Real Brokerage Technologies
Source: CCAR, MLS#41122657

Home Details for 871 Merle Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Bathroom, Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1332 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Range, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Refrigerator, Self Cleaning Oven, Dryer, WasherDryerLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,Laundry Closet,Common AreaMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Wall FurnaceHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Ceiling Fan(s),Wall/Window Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Wall Furnace
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace: NoneNo Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: No Solar, 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in Laundry
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Window CoveringsFlooring: Laminate, Linoleum, Tile, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Levels: TwoAccessibility: NoneFloors: Laminate, Linoleum, Tile, Carpet
View
No ViewView: None

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Composition ElastomericFencing: FencedExterior: Garden, Garden/PlayGardenNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached,Side Yard Access,Garage Door Opener
Pool
Pool: None

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1973
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: A-Frame
Building
Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Condition: ExistingParcel Number: 3751510086

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $619,000Price Per Sqft: $454/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: MartinezCommunity: Other
School Information
Elementary School District: Martinez (925) 335-5800High School District: Martinez (925) 335-5800

Building

Building Details
Builder Model: Prime locationBuilder Name: Charming home
Building Area
Building Area: 1332 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3920.4 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 41122657

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 30, 2026
Source: CCAR #41122657
Sold
$605,000
Mar 9, 2026
Source: CCAR #41122657
Pending
$619,000
Mar 2, 2026
Source: CCAR #41122657
PriceChange
$619,000
Price decreased by 3%
Jan 31, 2026
Source: CCAR #41122657
Listed For Sale
$639,000

Market trends in Martinez

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$773K
$12.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.1%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$495
$4MoM
Available listings
120

Around this home

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
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  • Terry
    "I’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
    "I’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
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    "Diverse city, not too big, growing downtown area. Major services such as hospitals, fire department, police easily accessible."
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  • Laurel Lucia
    "Wouldn’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
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    "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, 🌹💗 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 it’s easy. Highway 4 East is often a nightmare but you can usually get to 680 without getting stuck as long as it’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 isn’t good with other dogs or people, also know it’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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    "We’ve lived here for 28 years! It’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
    "Farmer’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, farmer’s market, etc."
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  • Kmar
    "John Muir’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 it’s super easy to get on and off where I live in Martinez my commute isn’t bad"
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  • Bootlvr
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  • Meghanstanczak
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    "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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  • 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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    "Homecoming is pretty cool because if you live downtown or near it there’s a parade you can just walk outside your house and sit down on the curb it’s got that small town feel that’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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Frequently asked questions about 871 Merle Ave

  • What is 871 Merle Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 871 Merle Ave in Martinez, CA is $606,400.
  • What is the price history for 871 Merle Ave?
    871 Merle Ave in Martinez, CA last sold for $605,000 in March 2026.
  • 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 871 Merle Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 871 Merle Ave in Martinez, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 871 Merle Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 871 Merle Ave in Martinez, CA has in-unit laundry.

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