Open House: Saturday, May 9 & Sunday, May 10, 2026 · 1–4 PM
Tucked at the end of a quiet court and backing directly to a protected greenbelt, 33 Plata Court is the kind of Novato home that's getting harder to find in Marin County. A 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath, ~2,688-square-foot residence on nearly half an acre — set in the Pleasant Valley → Sinaloa → San Marin school track and dialed in across the systems that today's buyers actually care about.
The combination is what stands out: top-rated schools, an owned 7.6 kW solar system, EV charging, a thoughtfully remodeled interior, and a backyard that genuinely feels like a private retreat. Buyers usually have to choose between two of those. This home delivers all of them.
See the Home in Motion
Watch the full cinematic walkthrough below. For architectural photography, drone imagery, the Matterport 3-D tour, the complete seller improvements list, and more, visit 33plata.com.
At a Glance
- Address: 33 Plata Court, Novato, CA
- Bedrooms / Bathrooms: 4 / 2.5
- Interior: approximately 2,688 sq ft
- Lot: approximately 0.5 acre, backing to protected greenbelt
- Schools: Pleasant Valley Elementary · Sinaloa Middle · San Marin High
- Solar: Owned 7.6 kW system (2019) — no lease, no PPA
- EV: Charging hookup installed (2024)
- HVAC: New AC (2025), new furnace (2023)
- Roof: New roof + 5 skylights (2019)
- Open House: Saturday May 9 & Sunday May 10, 2026 · 1–4 PM
- Full media: 33plata.com
Inside 33 Plata Court
A Vaulted Living Room Built Around Light
Step through the front French doors and the home opens up. Vaulted ceilings, two skylights pulling daylight straight down into the room, and a custom fireplace that anchors the space. There's even a piano-sized alcove tucked into one corner — the kind of detail that says someone really thought this through.
A Kitchen Designed for the Way People Actually Cook
The 2023 kitchen remodel earns every dollar that went into it. Granite counters and Bosch stainless appliances handle the everyday; a statement hood, focused task lighting, and a spice nook above the range handle the details. Storage is the quiet star — an oversized adjoining pantry with slide-in cabinetry, plus dedicated shelving for cookbooks, mean nothing has to live on the counter.
A sunlit breakfast area seats a crew at the island and still leaves room for a table or workspace. Interior French doors open straight into the family room — kitchen, breakfast, and family room flow as one connected zone.
The Family Room Addition That Changes How the Home Lives
This addition is what makes 33 Plata Court actually live the way modern families want. Oversized windows pull greenery in from the yard, a built-in bench beneath a picture window doubles as a reading nook or kid landing zone, and a slider drops you right onto the deck. It's the room where everyday life happens — homework, weekend mornings, dinner with friends — without crowding the more formal living room up front.
A coat closet and updated powder room round out the main level.
Upstairs: Primary Suite + Three Bedrooms
The primary suite is the quiet center of the home. Greenbelt views out the window, built-in closet storage, and an updated primary bath with a dressing area, dual vanities, and a generous walk-in shower. Just off the primary, a small flex room works equally well as a nursery, office, or reading room overlooking the backyard.
Three additional bedrooms share an updated hall bath with skylight and shower-over-tub, plus a linen closet. Each has ample closet space — one with a built-in storage system already installed.
Outdoor Living: Where This Home Stops Selling and Starts Convincing
The backyard is what people remember about 33 Plata Court.
A large deck under a pergola for evenings that go long. A hot tub. Terraced gardens stepping down toward the property line. A water feature that turns the soundtrack from "suburb" to "retreat." Mature fruit trees, native California pollinator plantings that bring hummingbirds and butterflies year-round — and behind it all, the protected greenbelt. No neighbor staring back at you.
A large storage shed and expansive garage-adjacent space give every hobby and toy a place to live.
Built for the Way People Live Now
Behind the design is a home that's been thoughtfully upgraded across the systems buyers in Marin care about most:
- Owned 7.6 kW solar system (2019) — paid for, no lease, no PPA
- EV charging hookup (2024)
- New air conditioning (2025)
- New furnace (2023)
- New roof and 5 skylights (2019)
- New electrical panel (2020)
- Double-paned windows throughout
- Nest thermostat
- AB-38 fire-safety clearance from Novato Fire — already complete
The Neighborhood: Why Pleasant Valley
Pleasant Valley is one of Novato's most quietly coveted neighborhoods — a place where families plant roots and stay for decades. Quiet streets, easy walks to schools and parks, and the kind of community fabric that's increasingly hard to manufacture from scratch.
If you've never driven the area, take a few minutes and see it for yourself:
Schools (Novato Unified School District)
33 Plata Court sits in Novato's most sought-after public school feeder pattern:
- Pleasant Valley Elementary School — TK–5
- Sinaloa Middle School — 6–8
- San Marin High School — 9–12
For families relocating to Marin or moving within the county, this school zone alone is the reason many of these homes change hands.
Frequently Asked Questions
How big is 33 Plata Court? It's a 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home with approximately 2,688 square feet of interior space on a lot of roughly half an acre.
What schools serve 33 Plata Court? The property is in Novato Unified School District and feeds into Pleasant Valley Elementary, Sinaloa Middle School, and San Marin High School.
Is the solar system owned or leased? Owned. The 7.6 kW system was installed in 2019 — no lease, no power purchase agreement, no monthly payments to transfer.
Does the home have EV charging? Yes. An electrical hookup for EV charging was added in 2024.
Has the home completed AB-38 fire-safety clearance? Yes. The home holds a recent AB-38 fire-safety clearance from Novato Fire.
Does the lot back to open space? Yes. The rear of the property opens directly to a protected greenbelt — no neighbor behind.
When can I tour the home? Open houses are Saturday May 9 and Sunday May 10, 2026, from 1–4 PM. Private showings are available throughout the week by appointment.
Where can I see all the photos and the 3-D tour? Full architectural photography, drone imagery, the Matterport 3-D tour, the complete seller improvements list, and the cinematic walkthrough are all at 33plata.com.
Schedule a Private Tour
If this weekend doesn't work, I'd love to walk you through 33 Plata Court personally. Reach out anytime:
Kyle Frazier Imagine Marin · Compass 📱 415-350-9440 ✉️ [email protected] 🌐 imaginemarin.com · 33plata.com DRE# 01405738
Open House: Saturday, May 9 & Sunday, May 10, 2026 · 1–4 PM · 33 Plata Court, Novato, CA
