$1,995,000

301 Howard St Petaluma, CA 94952

$10,000
Closing credit¹
4 beds
3 full
2,667 sqft
0.2 acres
$748 / sqft
House

Property details

About 301 Howard St

Circa 1939 Colonial Revival, designed by renowned architect Brainerd Jones. One of Downtown Petaluma's most beloved properties is now available to purchase for the very first time in 20 years. Perched on a prominent corner of the Oak Hill Brewster Historic Neighborhood, this Petaluma Heritage Home and guest cottage comprise approx. 2,667 sq. ft of living space. Beautifully preserved architectural details and exceptional curb appeal grace the 4 bedroom, 2 full bathroom main residence. Step outside to discover a serene and lush backyard setting, featuring mature landscaping, two covered outdoor living areas, and meandering walkways all offering rare privacy just steps from Downtown Petaluma's vibrant core. A generously sized, detached two-car garage is topped by the welcoming guest studio complete with a partial kitchen with island and full bathroom, perfect for guests, a home office or rental income. Designed with a side-gabled roof, dormer and double-hung windows, a centered front door with small porch and adjacent bay window, 301 Howard Street was one of the final builds of Brainerd Jones' illustrious career. Just 4 owners in 86 years. One block from Oak Hill Park and two blocks from the restaurants, shops and charm of Historic Downtown Petaluma.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingCentral
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size2,667 sqft
Lot size0.1651 Acres
Year built1939
ParkingDetached, Garage Facing Side, Side-by-Side
MLS #325045270
Garage2 spaces
FireplaceBrick, Family Room, Living Room
ViewHills

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Flooring Type: Tile, Wood
  • Interior: Formal Entry
  • Fireplace: Brick, Family Room, Living Room
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Private Pool: No
  • Parking: Detached, Garage Facing Side, Side-by-Side
  • View: Hills
  • Exterior: Covered Courtyard, Fireplace, Uncovered Courtyard
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $1,995,000
  • Price/SqFt: $748
  • HOA Amount: $0
  • Annual Tax Amount: $14,153
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Lot: Corner Lot
  • Directions: Howard Street between Prospect Street and Oak Street
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 2,667 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.1651 Acres
  • MLS Number: 325045270
  • MLS Name: BAREIS MLS
  • Office Name: Compass
  • Listing Agent: Robert J Rapp

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Sep 30, 2005
Home Sold
$975,000
Aug 31, 1995
Home Sold
$394,500

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$1,306,288$14,153
2023$1,280,675$13,898
2022$1,255,564$13,777
2021$1,230,946$13,514
2020$1,218,325$13,631
2019$1,194,438$13,407
2018$1,171,019$13,407
2017$1,148,059$13,122

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

5

Valley Vista Elementary School

Public District KG-6

0.3 mi

730 N Webster St

5

McKinley Elementary School

Public District KG-6

1.0 mi

110 Ellis St

6

McNear Elementary School

Public District KG-6

1.1 mi

605 Sunnyslope Ave

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $111,413. Residents of Petaluma, CA typically earn between $100k-200k each year. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

12%
<35k
31%
35k-100k
32%
100k-200k
25%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

40%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
35%
Married, No Kids
20%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
17%
18-34 yrs old
49%
35-64 yrs old
15%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Skiing/snowboardingSkiing/snowboarding
  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • PGA/LPGAPGA/LPGA

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • NordstromNordstrom
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Chico'sChico's

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • California Pizza KitchenCalifornia Pizza Kitchen
  • Bonefish GrillBonefish Grill
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • BMWBMW
  • LexusLexus
  • CadillacCadillac

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • NewsNews
  • ClassicalClassical
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 301 Howard St

The listing price of 301 Howard St property is $1,995,000.

The property 301 Howard St is a house located in Petaluma, California, 94952.

Active Listing: 301 Howard St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 301 Howard St are: Valley Vista Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), McKinley Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), McNear Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Petaluma Junior High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Mary Collins Charter School at Cherry Valley (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Petaluma Accelerated Charter (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Petaluma High School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Carpe Diem High (Continuation) (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), San Antonio High (Continuation) (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $14,153 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on September 30, 2005 for $975,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 301 Howard St has 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms.

The property 301 Howard St is 2,667 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 301 Howard St is 1939.

This home is located at 301 Howard St in Petaluma, CA and zip code 94952. This 2,667 square foot home, which was built in 1939, sits on a 0.17 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 19, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,995,000.

Over 26 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Petaluma, CA. In the same period over 9 listings were sold below the listed price and 2 listings were sold for the listed price. In April 2025 in Petaluma, CA there were 30.6% more homes for sale than in March.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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