Nicasio 94946 · Nicasio · APN 121-090-03 · Unincorporated Marin
Zoned RMPC-1 in Unincorporated Marin with likely ministerial ADU eligibility and mapped FEMA A flood / CAL FIRE moderate fire hazard severity zone (state responsibility area) due diligence; benchmark value $2,238,000 ($1,969,000–$2,507,000).
Zone RMPC-1 allows residential use qualifying for ministerial ADU review under state law (1 ADU permit permitted within ¼ mile in 36 months).
Source: Unincorporated Marin zoning · CA Gov. Code 66314
On-parcel permit history is indexed through Aug 5, 2026, letting you verify roof, HVAC, electrical, or structural work against seller disclosures.
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) (parcel APN)
Zone A: 1% annual chance flood (Special Flood Hazard Area) overlaps this parcel. Expect mandatory flood insurance for federally backed loans and floodplain elevation/mitigation rules for new units or SB 9 applications.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer (parcel polygon)
Automated synthesis of indexed municipal, county, state, and federal public records — informational context only, not a formal appraisal, survey, or legal/tax determination.
Since November 2024 within ½ mile: 1 proposed or in review.
1 projects with a record in this window, grouped by us from permits and State housing reports. Units are as proposed on each project's latest record and counted at its current stage.
12 permits within ½ mile since November 2024
$2,238,000
Benchmark range: $1,969,000 – $2,507,000
Located in a mapped Fire Hazard Severity Zone. Expect Chapter 7A ignition-resistant building standards, defensible-space inspections, and stricter property insurance underwriting.
Source: CAL FIRE FHSZ (map Apr 1, 2024)
Closest lead: Accessory dwelling unit at 4 Nicasio Creek Rd (0.16 mi SW, applied). Inspect timeline history before assuming near-term completion.
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) · HCD APR (½-mile radius)
Sale triggers reassessment to 1.00% base + ~0.15% voter debt (~$2,182/mo). Confirm exact Mello-Roos / CFD special assessments on the county tax bill.
Source: CA Const. Art. XIIIA (Prop 13) · County Tax Collector
The map shows new construction, ADUs, demolitions, additions, and renovations. Routine systems work (roofs, HVAC, water heaters) is counted but not mapped. Unit counts are as stated on permits.
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) · Geography: permits located by parcel, ½ mile radius · Retrieved Nov 14, 2026
Public-records benchmark estimate combining Zillow Home Value Index (Data provided by Zillow), Census ACS 5-year estimates, parcel land-use/lot characteristics, and issued building permits. Not an official appraisal.
Permit counts, by the date issued (or applied, if not yet issued). Lot splits are planning cases, which we don't have.
We read public zoning and hazard maps against state law (ADUs: Gov. Code 66314; SB 9: Gov. Code 65852.21 and 66411.7). Local rules, title, tenancy history and site conditions can change the answer. Check with Unincorporated Marin's planning department before relying on it.
Sources: County of Marin GIS (MarinMap), Zoning (11 cities and unincorporated Marin) (retrieved Nov 14, 2026) · CAL FIRE Office of the State Fire Marshal, Fire Hazard Severity Zones in the State Responsibility Area (effective 2024-04-01) (retrieved Nov 9, 2026) · CAL FIRE Office of the State Fire Marshal, Fire Hazard Severity Zones in the Local Responsibility Area (map dated 2025-03-24) (retrieved Nov 9, 2026) · FEMA, National Flood Hazard Layer — flood hazard zones (retrieved Nov 9, 2026) · FEMA, National Flood Hazard Layer — FIRM panels (retrieved Nov 9, 2026) · California Geological Survey, Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Zones (retrieved Nov 9, 2026) · Zoning classes: our classification of RMPC-1 as mixed use, checked against the zone description on Oct 24, 2026
Chronological history of building permit applications and issuances, snapshot-dated status changes, State housing entitlements, surrounding development within ½ mile, and area home-value trends.
Permit issued and active for 9.6 yr (first record Mar 27, 2017), with no completion or new permit record in 9.1 yr. · $47,100 declared valuation
In "Applied" for 5.7 yr (since Feb 24, 2021), with no new permit record in 5.7 yr. · 1 unit · $4,000 declared valuation
In "Applied" for 5.1 yr (since Oct 19, 2021), with no new permit record in 5.1 yr. · 1 unit · $150,000 declared valuation
In "Applied" for 17 mo (since Jun 9, 2025), with no new permit record in 17 mo. · 1 unit · $50,000 declared valuation
Nearby new garage / accessory structure (30 Lafranchi Ln): First appeared in published agency feed
Record 94648 · Detected between snapshots
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) · Snapshot diff within ½ mile
Latest published Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI) update
Changed from $2,055,088 in September 2025 to $2,118,994 in September 2026.
Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI) · Data provided by Zillow · Geography: ZIP 94946 (not a parcel appraisal)
Remodel / interior alteration permit application filed (94432)
Current status: Applied
Full Kitchen Remodel. Relocate Existing Bathroom. Widen Doorway Between Kitchen And Dining. · Declared valuation: $180,000
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) · Geography: parcel
Annual ZIP 94946 home-value index checkpoint
Changed from $2,152,177 in September 2024 to $2,055,088 in September 2025.
Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI) · Data provided by Zillow · Geography: ZIP 94946 (not a parcel appraisal)
4299 Nicasio Valley Rd · 1 unit · $50,000 valuation
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) & HCD APR (grouped project within ½ mile)
Annual ZIP 94946 home-value index checkpoint
Changed from $2,146,567 in September 2023 to $2,152,177 in September 2024.
Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI) · Data provided by Zillow · Geography: ZIP 94946 (not a parcel appraisal)
Annual ZIP 94946 home-value index checkpoint
Changed from $2,246,416 in September 2022 to $2,146,567 in September 2023.
Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI) · Data provided by Zillow · Geography: ZIP 94946 (not a parcel appraisal)
Annual ZIP 94946 home-value index checkpoint
Changed from $2,090,467 in September 2021 to $2,246,416 in September 2022.
Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI) · Data provided by Zillow · Geography: ZIP 94946 (not a parcel appraisal)
29 Lafranchi Ln · 1 unit · $150,000 valuation
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) & HCD APR (grouped project within ½ mile)
Annual ZIP 94946 home-value index checkpoint
Changed from $1,618,926 in September 2020 to $2,090,467 in September 2021.
Source: Zillow Home Value Index (ZHVI) · Data provided by Zillow · Geography: ZIP 94946 (not a parcel appraisal)
Electrical / panel permit application filed (B26963)
Current status: Issued
Transfer Switch 100A/50A — Replace Circuits / Outlets · Declared valuation: $2,555 · Contractor: Divine Electric
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) · Geography: parcel
Electrical / panel permit issued (B26963)
Recorded status: Issued
Transfer Switch 100A/50A — Replace Circuits / Outlets · Declared valuation: $2,555 · Contractor: Divine Electric
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) · Geography: parcel
4 Nicasio Creek Rd · 1 unit · $4,000 valuation
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) & HCD APR (grouped project within ½ mile)
Windows / doors / siding permit application filed (B18238)
Current status: Issued
Replace existing end-of-life vinyl siding (including foam exterior insulation) and vinyl windows with new siding and windows. Existing external foam insulation will be replaced with non-combustible rigid stone wool insulation. New siding with be WUI-rated TrueExterior. Replacement windows will be dual tempered with fiberglass external cladding. Dry rot damaged sills/sheathing will be replaced as necessary. Siding and trim appearance will be maintained as the classic farmhouse style. — Siding Replacement, Non-structural Door/Window Replacement · Declared valuation: $100,000 · Contractor: Owner
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) · Geography: parcel
Windows / doors / siding permit issued (B18238)
Recorded status: Issued
Replace existing end-of-life vinyl siding (including foam exterior insulation) and vinyl windows with new siding and windows. Existing external foam insulation will be replaced with non-combustible rigid stone wool insulation. New siding with be WUI-rated TrueExterior. Replacement windows will be dual tempered with fiberglass external cladding. Dry rot damaged sills/sheathing will be replaced as necessary. Siding and trim appearance will be maintained as the classic farmhouse style. — Siding Replacement, Non-structural Door/Window Replacement · Declared valuation: $100,000 · Contractor: Owner
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) · Geography: parcel
Cross-referenced intelligence from our historical development graph—connecting parcels, permits, entity-resolved builders, empirical review-time distributions, and neighborhood renovation trends.
Explore full Unincorporated Marin development graph →In "Applied" for 5.7 yr (since Feb 24, 2021), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
In "Applied" for 5.1 yr (since Oct 19, 2021), exceeding the 253d median and 686d 90th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
Active in "Issued" for 9.6 yr (first record Mar 27, 2017) with no new permit activity recorded in 9.1 yr.
In "Applied" for 17 mo (since Jun 9, 2025), exceeding the 253d median and 456d 75th percentile for new single-family home permits in Unincorporated Marin (n=121).
High-impact scale (1 housing unit, $880,000 declared valuation across 1 permit).
| Builder / contractor | Primary specialty | Here / ½ mi | ½ mi valuation | Citywide 24m trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Owner | Pool / spa | 1 on parcel2 in ½ mi | $250,000 | 25 vs 15 prior+67% |
| Custom Copper And Sheet Metal Roofing | Roof replacement | 1 on parcel1 in ½ mi | $32,800 | 0 vs 0 prior |
| Divine Electric | Electrical / panel | 1 on parcel1 in ½ mi | $2,555 |
| Permit category | Sample (n) | 25th pct | Median (50th) | 75th pct | 90th pct | Recent 24m median |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| New single-family home | 121 | 166d | 253d | 456d | 686d | 210d(vs 276d prior) |
| New multifamily / condos / mixed-use | 21 | 272d | 292d | 293d | 313d | 293d(vs 197d prior) |
| Accessory dwelling unit (new or conversion) | 298 | 120d | 204d | 331d | 549d | 214d(vs 181d prior) |
| Addition (adds square footage) |
HUD Small Area Fair Market Rent · ZIP 94946
HUD FY 2026 · 40th-percentile gross rentCensus ACS 5-year median gross rent (all bedroom counts combined):
Area home-value benchmarks (not an appraisal)
ZIP & neighborhood mediansUnder California Proposition 13, the seller's historical assessed value does not carry over to a buyer. On sale, the parcel is reassessed at the purchase price: 1.00% base rate ($22,400/yr) + local voter-approved bond debt ($3,360/yr) + fixed direct levies/Mello-Roos ($450/yr).
Mapped hazard zone insurance context on this parcel:
Model adding a backyard ADU or garage conversion under California's Prop 13 blended new-construction assessment (existing house & land tax base stays intact; only ADU build cost is assessed) and SB 13 impact-fee rules.
−$137,566/yr
Cash needed: $492,800
NOI: -$1,646/yr
P&I: $11,327/mo
For $0/mo net cash flow
At $3,000/mo gross rent
| Scenario | Assumptions | Year 1 Rent | Year 1 Cash Flow | Cash-on-Cash | Break-Even Rent | Year 5 Cash Flow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Conservative | −8% starting rent, +3% vacancy, +3% combined maintenance/CapEx, 1.5%/yr rent growth | $2,760/mo | −$11,809/mo | -28.8% | $19,243/mo | −$11,893/mo |
| Base (your inputs) | Your entered assumptions, 3.0%/yr rent growth | $3,000/mo | −$11,464/mo | -27.9% | $17,811/mo | −$11,378/mo |
| Optimistic (cap-limited) | +6% starting rent, 3% vacancy, 4.5%/yr rent growth (capped by AB 1482 ceiling of 8.6%/yr) | $3,180/mo | −$11,266/mo | -27.4% | $17,398/mo | −$10,986/mo |
Rental regulatory context (informational only — not legal advice):
California AB 1482 (Tenant Protection Act, Civ. Code § 1947.12) caps annual rent increases at 5% + local CPI (max 10%) on covered properties.
Full Kitchen Remodel. Relocate Existing Bathroom. Widen Doorway Between Kitchen And Dining.
Transfer Switch 100A/50A — Replace Circuits / Outlets
Replace existing end-of-life vinyl siding (including foam exterior insulation) and vinyl windows with new siding and windows. Existing external foam insulation will be replaced with non-combustible rigid stone wool insulation. New siding with be WUI-rated TrueExterior. Replacement windows will be dual tempered with fiberglass external cladding. Dry rot damaged sills/sheathing will be replaced as necessary. Siding and trim appearance will be maintained as the classic farmhouse style. — Siding Replacement, Non-structural Door/Window Replacement
REROOF — ReRoofing; With Electronic Inspection
Repl Sub Panel
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) · Geography: parcel (APN) · Retrieved Nov 14, 2026 · Received and issued dates come from the County of Marin. The county publishes no final or expired status, so an issued permit stays 'Issued' after the work is done.
No housing activity reported to the State for this parcel (2018–2025 reports).
Source: California HCD, Housing Element Annual Progress Report — Table A2 · Geography: project (parcel) · Retrieved Nov 9, 2026 · From Unincorporated Marin's Housing Element Annual Progress Reports. A project can appear in several report years as it moves from entitlement to permit to completion.
Source: County of Marin GIS (MarinMap), Zoning (11 cities and unincorporated Marin) · Geography: zoning district polygon at parcel point · Retrieved Nov 14, 2026
0.35 acres
Assessor's classification for assessment purposes. This is not zoning.
4501 NICASIO VALLEY RD
Source: County of Marin GIS (MarinMap), Parcels · Geography: parcel · Retrieved Nov 14, 2026
Search by parcel number 121-090-03. Assessed value is not market value.
Search by parcel number 121-090-03 (Marin County Tax Collector)
Permits issued in unincorporated Marin in the past 48 months. Each city keeps its own records.
The official flood hazard map for this location. Our reading of it is under What could be built here.
This site does not show owner names.
| 2 vs 1 prior |
| Integrity Electric | Electrical / panel | 1 on parcel1 in ½ mi | $1,800 | 0 vs 0 prior |
| Richard E Wodehouse Recent nearby: 10 La Franchi Ln (Nov 5, 2021) | New garage / accessory structure | 2 in ½ mi | $600,000 | 0 vs 0 prior |
| North Cal Restoration And Construction Recent nearby: 5300 Nicasio Valley Rd (Sep 21, 2017) | Commercial tenant improvement | 2 in ½ mi | $127,100 | 1 vs 0 prior |
| Oakwood Construction Recent nearby: 1 Lafranchi Ln (Jul 28, 2015) | New single-family home | 1 in ½ mi | $880,000 | 0 vs 0 prior |
| 316 |
| 103d |
| 160d |
| 249d |
| 440d |
| 159d(vs 166d prior) |
| Remodel / interior alterationOn this parcel | 1,054 | 36d | 83d | 148d | 266d | 112d(vs 77d prior) |
| Commercial tenant improvement | 81 | 99d | 148d | 233d | 443d | 152d(vs 150d prior) |
| Roof replacementOn this parcel | 3,663 | 0d | 0d | 0d | 0d | 0d |
| Electrical / panelOn this parcel | 3,020 | 0d | 0d | 0d | 2d | 0d |
Source: County of Marin Community Development Agency, Building Permits (unincorporated Marin) · Computed from issued permits with recorded application and issuance dates over the trailing 60 months. Categories with fewer than 20 permits are excluded.