Shell Ave, Martinez, CA 94553
OFF MARKET

Shell Ave
Martinez, CA 94553

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,263 sqft

$625,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 16, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,810/mo*
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$625,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 16, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,810/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,263 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$625K
Since last month
Decreased$13K (-2.1%)
Since last year
Increased$8K (+1.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$430K (+219.2%)
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 +1% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$625K
July 2026$622K
June 2026$639K
May 2026$629K
April 2026$625K
March 2026$639K
February 2026$625K
January 2026$597K
2025

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
1102 Shell Ave, Martinez, CA
0.09
Single-Family Home
$624,000
10/10/25
3
2
1,303
2280 N Crest Ave, Martinez, CA
0.06
Single-Family Home
$735,000
06/26/26
3
2
1,439
2490 Birch St, Martinez, CA
0.12
Single-Family Home
$637,500
10/16/25
2
2
1,215
1351 Shell Ave, Martinez, CA
0.11
Single-Family Home
$725,000
02/06/26
4
2
1,322
2156 Monterey Ave, Martinez, CA
0.18
Single-Family Home
$665,000
10/09/25
3
2
1,354
2555 Orange St, Martinez, CA
0.20
Single-Family Home
$489,950
03/25/26
3
2
1,043
Bella Vista Ave, Martinez, CA
0.19
Single-Family Home
$611,000
08/29/25
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
Address Not Disclosed, Martinez, CA 94553
0.04
$671,300
3
1
1,154
Off Market
N, Martinez, CA 94553
0.05
$718,300
3
2
1,524
Off Market
N, Martinez, CA 94553
0.05
$724,500
4
2
1,725
Off Market
1302 Potter St, Martinez, CA 94553
0.07
$598,900
2
1
932
Off Market
2280 N Crest Ave, Martinez, CA 94553
0.06
$735,000
3
2
1,439
Recently Sold
Address Not Disclosed, Martinez, CA 94553
0.07
$581,000
2
1
932
Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Martinez, CA 94553
0.08
$790,400
3
3
1,709
Off Market
2401 Martinez Avenue, Martinez, CA 94553
0.06
$754,300
4
3
1,774
Off Market
Address Not Disclosed, Martinez, CA 94553
0.09
$546,000
3
1
828
Off Market
1318 Potter St, Martinez, CA 94553
0.09
$499,000
3
1
1,232
For Sale
1180 Shell Avenue, Martinez, CA 94553
0.04
$390,700
4
3
2,131
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
1955
Living Area
1,263 sqft
Price/Sqft
$495
Parking
Garage

About this House

Original owner, well maintained corner lot. Hardwood floors, staged and ready for your fussiest buyer. Back patio is perfect for bbqing. Eat in kitchen. Washer/Dryer!!!!
Shell Ave, Martinez, CA 94553 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,263 sqft single-family home built in 1955. It last sold for $195,900 on Nov 16, 2011 (3% above the $189,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $625,400, with a rent estimate of $3,333/month.

Home Details for Shell Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Kitchen
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1263 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Electric Range, Refrigerator, Dryer, WasherDryerLaundry: In UnitRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Wall FurnaceHas CoolingHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Wall Furnace
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in Laundry
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Vinyl
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Levels: OneFloors: Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: CompositionPatio / Porch: TerraceFoundation: RaisedNo Private Pool
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Door Opener
Pool
Pool: None

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: StuccoNot a New ConstructionNot Attached Property
Property Information
Condition: ExistingParcel Number: 375032009

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $189,900
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: MartinezCommunity: None
School Information
High School District: Martinez (925) 335-5800

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1263 Square Feet

HOA

No HOA

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4948.416 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Standard

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 40543810
Last check for updates: about 17 hours ago
Listed by Sereta Churchill DRE #00524249, (925) 998-4441
J. Rockcliff Realtors Inc.
Bought with: Kristen Backman DRE #01431651, (925) 550-9171, Keller Williams East County
Source: CCAR, MLS#40543810

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 16, 2011
Source: CCAR #40543810
Sold
$195,900
Sep 27, 2000
Source: CCAR #11051195
Sold
$32,000

Market trends in Martinez

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$785K
$25KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$499
$2MoM
Available listings
120
10MoM
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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
    "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
    "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
    "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
    "Safe environment very quiet not alot of action going on alot of great schools surrounding the neighborhood "
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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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  • Christmasmae
    "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
    "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, there’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 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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  • terry
    "Every two years we have a block party. People say hi. Grocery, drug an Starbucks are walking distance. "
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    "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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Frequently asked questions about Shell Ave

  • What is Shell Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for Shell Ave in Martinez, CA is $625,400.
  • What is the price history for Shell Ave?
    Shell Ave in Martinez, CA last sold for $195,900 in November 2011.
  • 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 $785K. That is up $25K from the prior month.
  • Does Shell Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, Shell Ave in Martinez, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does Shell Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, Shell Ave in Martinez, CA has in-unit laundry.
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