Welcome to 823 Shell Avenue in Martinez. This updated 3-bedroom, 1-bath single-story home offers mid century vintage style and modern everyday comfort. The light-filled interior features updated flooring, contemporary lighting, and a functional open layout ideal for relaxing or entertaining. The remodeled kitchen includes white cabinetry, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. Bedrooms are well-sized, including a primary with custom accent wall and ceiling fan. The refreshed bathroom offers clean, modern finishes. Outside, enjoy a beautifully landscaped, drought-tolerant yard with great curb appeal, plus a private backyard perfect for entertaining or unwinding. Long driveway for off-street parking. Conveniently located near downtown Martinez, shopping, dining, parks, and commuter routes. Move-in ready.
Pending
$639,000
823 Shell Avenue, Martinez, CA 94553
3beds
936sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1956
-- sqft lot
$640,400 Zestimate®
$683/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Mid century vintage styleContemporary lightingWhite cabinetryStainless steel appliancesUpdated flooringGranite countertopsRemodeled kitchen
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: January 21, 2026 at 07:44am
Listed by:
Josiah Wotila DRE #02162016 817-637-8062,
Coldwell Banker Realty 707-527-8567
Source: BAREIS,MLS#: 326001763
Originating MLS: Sonoma
Originating MLS: SonomaFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Possible Guest
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Bathroom
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Other
Kitchen
- Features: Granite Counters, Kitchen/Family Combo
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Other
Heating
- Central, Other
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator
- Laundry: Electric, In Garage
Features
- Formal Entry
- Flooring: Granite, Other
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 936
- Total interior livable area: 936 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Garage Faces Front, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+, Unpaved
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Private
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Features: See Remarks
Details
- Parcel number: 3751310032
- Special conditions: Offer As Is,Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Glass, Wood
- Foundation: Slab
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1956
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Available, Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Martinez
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $683/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $273,179
- Annual tax amount: $4,221
- Date on market: 1/9/2026
- Electric utility on property: Yes
- Road surface type: Paved
Estimated market value
$640,400
$608,000 - $672,000
$3,197/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/21/2026 | Pending sale | $639,000$683/sqft |
Source:  BAREIS #326001763 Report a problem | ||
| 1/9/2026 | Listed for sale | $639,000+193.8%$683/sqft |
Source: BAREIS #326001763 Report a problem | ||
| 8/19/2011 | Sold | $217,500+52%$232/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/6/2011 | Sold | $143,100-35%$153/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/4/2011 | Listed for sale | $220,000-51.1%$235/sqft |
Source: LOANS_A_F_M Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,221 +4.3% | $273,179 +2% |
| 2024 | $4,046 +3.2% | $267,824 +2% |
| 2023 | $3,919 +3.3% | $262,574 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$4,006/mo
Principal & interest
$3170
Property taxes
$612
Home insurance
$224
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 94553
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Morello Park Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.3 mi
- 7/10Martinez Junior High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Alhambra Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.6 mi
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