2210 Shasta Dr, Martinez
Listing courtesy of Kahila Nilsson from Nilsson Real Estate. 925-708-5580
+19252509611
Merrill Signature Properties/The Jaz Team
Martinez is the county seat of Contra Costa County, a historic waterfront city on the Carquinez Strait just north of Pleasant Hill and Concord. It pairs a walkable downtown with established neighborhoods and regional open space. Below is what to know about buying in Martinez, along with the homes for sale right now.
Martinez began as a Gold Rush trading post in 1849, has been the county seat since 1850, and incorporated as a city in 1876. Homes range from older houses and Victorians near downtown to mid-century and newer single-family neighborhoods in the hills and valleys around it. For current pricing on a specific street, reach out and I will send you what is selling right now.
Martinez sits along Highway 4 near Interstate 680 and the Benicia-Martinez Bridge, so commuters can head toward Walnut Creek, Concord or Solano County. Downtown has an Amtrak station, and the North Concord/Martinez and Pleasant Hill/Contra Costa Centre BART stations are a short drive away.
Downtown Martinez has preserved Victorian buildings, local shops, restaurants and year-round community events, plus a marina and waterfront trails on the Carquinez Strait. The John Muir National Historic Site preserves the home where the naturalist lived from 1880 until 1914, and the City runs popular bocce leagues.
Most of Martinez is served by the Martinez Unified School District, and some addresses fall in a different district. School assignments depend on the specific address and can change, so confirm the current assignment with the district for any home you are considering.
According to the City of Martinez, sales tax in Martinez totals 9.75 percent, including voter-approved local measures. Property tax bills can also carry special assessments that vary by property, so review the most recent bill from the Contra Costa County Treasurer-Tax Collector. Check the Natural Hazard Disclosure report for flood and fire hazard zones, which affect disclosures and insurance.
Martinez is a smaller market than its neighbors, so pricing depends heavily on the specific street, view and condition. Whether you are buying or selling here, I represent your interests through the whole process. Comparing nearby areas? See homes for sale in Pleasant Hill and Concord.
Want the numbers? See the free Martinez market report for recent sales and homes on the market, updated automatically.
Looking for the best real estate agent or a top-rated realtor in Martinez? Jaz Chand is a Martinez real estate agent and Broker Associate with The Jaz Team at Merrill Signature Properties, with 4.9 stars from 104 Google reviews (as of October 2026), 20+ years of experience and 489 transactions since 2011 across Contra Costa County and the East Bay. Her awards include Diablo Magazine Five Star Real Estate Agent (2015 to 2025) and HomeLight Top 1% (2018). Clients describe her as professional, knowledgeable, honest and responsive, a strong negotiator who goes above and beyond and makes the process smooth and stress-free, including for first-time home buyers.
Whether you want to sell your house in Martinez, check your Martinez home value, or buy as a first-time buyer, move-up buyer, downsizer or relocation buyer, Jaz works with you in English, Punjabi or Hindi.
"If you are looking for the best real estate agent in the East Bay, look no further than Jaz Chand."
East Bay client, Google review
No official ranking names a single best agent in Martinez. The right fit depends on your home and your plans. Look for recent sales in your neighborhood, a pricing approach backed by local comparable sales, steady reviews on more than one site, and how quickly the agent answers you. For comparison, Jaz Chand has 20+ years of experience and 489 transactions since 2011, including 38 in Central Contra Costa. In October 2026 her ratings were 4.9 from 104 Google reviews, 4.9 from 83 Zillow reviews and 5.0 from 78 Homes.com reviews. Her awards include Diablo Magazine Five Star Real Estate Agent (2015 to 2025) and HomeLight Top 1% (2018). Call or text 925-250-9611.
Look for local sales experience, verified reviews and a clear pricing and marketing plan. Jaz Chand gives Martinez sellers a free home valuation based on recent local sales and a written plan before the home is listed. Call or text 925-250-9611.
Yes. Jaz Chand works with Martinez buyers and sellers in English, Punjabi and Hindi.
Yes. Martinez has an Amtrak station downtown, and the North Concord/Martinez and Pleasant Hill/Contra Costa Centre BART stations are a short drive away.
Most of Martinez is served by the Martinez Unified School District, but some addresses fall in a different district and assignments can change. Confirm the current assignment with the district before you rely on it.
Look for special assessments and parcel taxes on top of the base property tax. They vary by property, so review the most recent bill from the Contra Costa County Treasurer-Tax Collector. This is general information, not tax advice.
Ready to talk about buying or selling in Martinez? Call Jaz Chand at 925-250-9611 for a local read on your options and a free home valuation. Jaz Chand, Broker Associate, The Jaz Team | Homes With Accent at Merrill Signature Properties. DRE #01751823.
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