Single Family ResidenceResidential
Last sold for $7,500,000 on Jul 23, 2019
1 AMES AVE
ROSS, CA 94957
5
Beds
4.5
Baths
5,052 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Valuation
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$7,500,000 · Jul 23, 2019
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$3,906,000
MUFG UNION BANK NA · 2.12% 1 · recorded Jul 21, 2021
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$500,000
MUFG UNION BANK NA
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$98,087 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$8,366,250 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,577,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$2,788,750
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$8,202,225
Climate Risk
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.1 percent flood zone
Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.
Property Facts
Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Contemporary
CountyMARIN
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1995
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 470 ft²Patio · 470 ft²
Transaction History(13)
Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
District: Tamalpais Union High School District
Neighborhood · ZIP 94957These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.
CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.58
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.370
Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.
Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.42%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,366
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,440 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$259,576
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$395,275
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.58°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.44 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.78%
Ownership
OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes
Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.
How this home compares
1 Ames Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.
- Bigger than 98% of homes in Marin County
- Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Marin County
- Older than 80% of homes in Marin County
How it measures up in Ross 94957
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ross 94957.
Living area5,052 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,773 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 85% of homes nearby
Lot size1.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger
Bigger than 86% of homes nearby
Year built1948
OlderTypical 1938Newer
Newer than 61% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Ross 94957 | Marin County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 5,052 ft² | 85% of homes | 98% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 1.39 ac | 86% of homes | 97% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1948 | 61% of homes | 20% of homes |
About 1 Ames Ave
When did 1 Ames Ave, Ross, CA last sell?
1 Ames Ave, Ross, CA last sold on Jul 23, 2019 for $7,500,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.
How big is 1 Ames Ave, Ross, CA?
1 Ames Ave, Ross, CA has 5 bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms and 5,052 square feet of living space.
When was 1 Ames Ave, Ross, CA built?
1 Ames Ave, Ross, CA was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a contemporary home.
What schools serve 1 Ames Ave, Ross, CA?
1 Ames Ave, Ross, CA is assigned to Ross School (elementary), rated A+; Redwood High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Tamalpais Union High School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 1 Ames Ave, Ross, CA compare to other homes in Ross 94957?
Among the 817 homes in Ross 94957, it is bigger than 85% of them (5,052 ft² against a typical 2,773 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (1.39 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1948 against a typical 1938). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.
What are the property taxes on 1 Ames Ave, Ross, CA?
The 2025 property tax bill for 1 Ames Ave, Ross, CA was $98,087. The county assessed it at $8,366,250.
More homes on Ames Ave
- 10 Ames Ave$7.1M4 bd · 3.5 ba · 2,784 ft² · Sold $4.9M · Jun 2020
- 8 Ames Ave$7.6M5 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,305 ft² · Sold $4.7M · May 2018
- 5 Ames Ave6 bd · 6 ba · 6,073 ft² · Sold $4.2M · Oct 2005
- 2 Ames Ave$5.5M3 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,599 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 4 Ames Ave$6.8M3 bd · 4 ba · 3,579 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 6 Ames Ave$3.8M2 bd · 2.5 ba · 2,448 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
Closest homes
- 37 Spring Rd193 ft · Single Family Residence · Sold Jan 1900
- 29 Shady Ln278 ft · 4 bd · 5.5 ba · 4,576 ft² · Sold $11M · Nov 2024
- 3 Upper Ames Ave248 ft · 4 bd · 5.5 ba · 7,581 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 2 Ames Ave$5.5M255 ft · 3 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,599 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 1 Shady Ln308 ft · Single Family Residence · Sold $18M · May 2021
- 4 Ames Ave$6.8M348 ft · 3 bd · 4 ba · 3,579 ft² · Sold Jan 1900
- 20 Shady Ln$8.6M325 ft · 5 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,283 ft² · Sold $8.5M · Jun 2025
- 32 Shady Ln366 ft · 6 bd · 8 ba · 8,346 ft² · Sold $28M · Dec 2021
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- 16 Sylvan Ln$7M5 bd · 2.5 ba · 3,076 ft² · Sold $9M · Jul 2026
- 101 Bolinas Ave$1.9M3 bd · 1.5 ba · 1,564 ft² · Sold $1.9M · Jul 2026
- 81 Laurel Grove Ave$2.6M4 bd · 2 ba · 2,171 ft² · Sold $2.6M · Jun 2026
- 53 Sir Francis Drake Blvd$1.9M2 bd · 2.5 ba · 1,926 ft² · Sold $1.8M · Jun 2026
- 16 Southwood Ave$5.2M3 bd · 2 ba · 2,619 ft² · Sold $5.2M · Jun 2026
- 3 East Rd$3.1M3 bd · 2 ba · 1,781 ft² · Sold $3.1M · Jun 2026
- 6 Morrison Rd$3.3M4 bd · 3 ba · 2,573 ft² · Sold $3.5M · Jun 2026
- 161 Lagunitas Rd$4.2M3 bd · 3 ba · 2,267 ft² · Sold $4.2M · May 2026
- 7 Madera Ave$2.3M2 bd · 2 ba · 1,635 ft² · Sold $2.5M · May 2026
- 22 Chestnut Ave$6.5M6 bd · 3.5 ba · 3,820 ft² · Sold $6.5M · May 2026
- 96 Laurel Grove Ave6 bd · 6.5 ba · 5,350 ft² · Sold $10M · Apr 2026
- 26 El Camino Bueno$6M4 bd · 4.5 ba · 3,974 ft² · Sold $5.6M · Apr 2026
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