Before & After: 929 Vernal Ave, Mill Valley
After years of enjoying their architecturally unique Mill Valley home, the sellers were ready to pass it along to new owners who would appreciate its charm and potential. They brought in Whitney Potter, Principal Realtor at Own Marin, to guide the process. Together with Own Marin’s Director of Operations, Emily, Whitney led the transformation—reimagining the home with fresh vision while honoring its original character.
With funds from Own Marin’s concierge program, Whitney and Emily oversaw a $94K+ investment in thoughtful updates that made all the difference: new hardwood floors, fresh interior and exterior paint, new vanities and appliances, custom light fixtures, and curated open shelving in the kitchen that opened up the space and brought in more light. They removed bulky cabinetry, added lighting where there wasn’t any before, and tackled long-overdue maintenance. With Mill Valley’s relaxed yet elevated aesthetic in mind, the team worked with the home’s natural elements, like the original wood beams and unique architectural lines, to amplify what was already there.
The transformation generated buzz even before the home hit the market, leading to a higher list price—and in the end, a sale $145,000 over-asking.
THE DETAILS:
5 Beds, 4 Baths, 3,040+ sqft
Asking Price: $2,195,000
Sold Price: $2,340,000 | $770/sqft
Days on Market: 10
Home Prep: ~ $94,000 (using Own Marin’s no interest concierge funds)
As-is, without home preparations this home would have traded around $1.7M based on comps
BEFORE & AFTER PHOTOS
It pays to prep your home with us.
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Thinking about selling your home? Don’t just put it on the market—maximize the return on your investment. There’s nothing we love more than helping our clients increase the value of their home and make the most out of the sale. Our Concierge Program is available and exclusive to Own Marin clients to cover the upfront expense of home improvements so you can earn more without paying out of pocket. Contact a team member for an in-home design consultation and learn how we can help sell your home for the highest possible price.