Rustic and charming country cottage in the serene foothills of Novato in North Marin County.
Unique 1 BEDROOM, 1 BATH, private house with large sunny deck.
Large bedroom with cross ventilation and cathedral ceilings.
Galley kitchen with full size refrigerator, gas range, and microwave.
Gas floor heater in living room.
Basement with full size W/D, workbench and storage.
Shared driveway with designated parking.
Fenced yards, with garden shed and raised garden beds.
5 minutes to downtown Novato.
2 miles from 101 and Hwy 37.
Close to hiking trails, restaurants, shops and horse country.
Country living, very unique, rustic, quiet and serene.
Month to month lease.
Renter is responsible for ALL utilities; water, garbage, electric, cable/Wi-fi.
House for rent
Accepts Zillow applications
$3,000/mo
Fees may apply
485 Ridge Rd, Novato, CA 94947
1beds
600sqft
Price may not include required fees and charges. Price shown reflects the lease term provided. Learn more|
Single family residence
Available Sun Mar 1 2026
Cats, dogs OK
Window unit
In unit laundry
Off street parking
What's special
Garden shedFenced yardsRaised garden bedsLarge sunny deckCathedral ceilings
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Zillow last checked: 9 hours ago
Listing updated: February 19, 2026 at 07:17pm
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Cooling
- Window Unit
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Carpet
Interior area
- Total interior livable area: 600 sqft
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street
- Details: Contact manager
Features
- Exterior features: 2 fenced in yards, Bicycle storage, Garden, No Utilities included in rent
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Community & HOA
Location
- Region: Novato
Financial & listing details
- Lease term: 1 Month
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/20/2026 | Listed for rent | $3,000+5.3%$5/sqft |
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| 5/22/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/13/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,850$5/sqft |
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| 1/27/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 1/21/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,850$5/sqft |
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Neighborhood: 94947
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Lu Sutton Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Sinaloa Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 10/10San Marin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
