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Property Description
1517 Brown St blends classic Craftsman charm with thoughtful modern updates in a prime Martinez location. Rich hardwood floors, detailed trim work, and abundant natural light create a warm, inviting feel, while the renovated kitchen features shaker cabinetry, quartz countertops, and stainless steel appliances. The spacious primary bedroom overlooks the private backyard and offers a generous walk-in closet, and a dedicated laundry room adds everyday convenience. Enjoy a cozy home, detached garage, and close proximity to downtown Martinez, Amtrak, and easy access to I-680 and Highway 4.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1517 Brown St
General
- Price: $498,888
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MAX
- MLS ID: 41120619
- Updated: 2/13/2026
- Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago
Interior
- Number of Rooms: 2
- Interior Features: Updated Kitchen
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room
- Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Microwave, Free-Standing Range, Dryer, Washer, Water Softener
- Flooring: Hardwood, Tile, Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 1
Other Rooms
- Kitchen: Stone Counters, Dishwasher, Eat-in Kitchen, Electric Range/Cooktop, Microwave, Freestanding Range/Oven, Updated Kitchen
- Laundry: 220 Volt Outlet, Laundry Room
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Side Yard, Sprinklers Automatic
Parking
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Detached
Location
- Area: Listing
- County: Contra Costa
- Subdivision: La Salle Heights
- Driving Directions: Shell Ave to Pine St to Brown St
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Wall Furnace
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Craftsman
- Exterior Const.: Wood Siding
- Roof: Composition Shingles
- Stories/Levels: One Story
- Year Built: 1918
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.09
- Lot Dimensions: 4100
- Lot Features: Premium Lot
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- For Sale: Yes
- Price Per Sq. Ft.: $562
Disclosures and Reports
- Property ID: 3740310069
Listed by Exp Realty of California Inc., Justin Saephanh
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Schools
Schools serving 1517 Brown St
School District:Martinez Unified School District
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Las Juntas Elementary School 4105 Pacheco Boulevard, Martinez, CA 94553 | K-5 | 1.8 mi |
Martinez Junior High School 1600 Court Street, Martinez, CA 94553 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Alhambra Senior High School 150 E Street, Martinez, CA 94553 | 9-12 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1517 Brown St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/13/2026
Listed
$498,888
7.75%
MLS
11/12/2019
Sold
$463,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 1517 Brown St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$6,822
7%
$506,353
2%
2023
$6,404
—
$496,426
2%
2023
$6,404
2%
$486,693
2%
2022
$6,300
3%
$477,151
2%
2021
$6,127
2%
$467,796
1%
2020
$6,009
44%
$463,000
53%
2019
$4,166
3%
$301,666
2%
2018
$4,026
2%
$295,752
2%
2017
$3,951
7%
$289,954
2%
2016
$3,680
1%
$284,269
2%
2015
$3,630
296%
$280,000
723%
2014
$916
4%
$34,019
—
2013
$880
—
$33,866
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1517 Brown St, Martinez, CA 94553 (MLS# 41120619) is a Single Family property with 1 bedroom and 1 full bathroom. 1517 Brown St is currently listed for $498,888 and was received on February 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 1517 Brown St? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Martinez? You can browse all Martinez real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

