4 Beds, 3 Baths, 2,910 sq ft
963 Morello Ave
Martinez, CA 94553
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Bedrooms
4
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Bathrooms
2.5
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Square Feet
2,272 sq ft
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Available
Available Sep 21
About This Home
Welcome to 963 Morello Ave, a spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offering approximately 2,272 square feet of comfortable living space in a desirable Martinez location. The home features a freshly painted interior and brand-new carpeting in the bedrooms, creating a clean and inviting feel throughout. The bright floor plan offers generous living and dining areas with plenty of space for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen provides ample cabinetry and counter space and flows easily into the surrounding living areas. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite features a private bathroom and generous closet space. Three additional bedrooms provide plenty of flexibility for a variety of needs. Enjoy a private backyard with space for outdoor dining, relaxing, and entertaining, along with beautiful surrounding hill views. An attached garage and additional storage add to the home's convenience. Ideally located just minutes from local vineyards, parks, grocery stores, farmers markets, and Martinez's vibrant downtown filled with great restaurants, community events, and small-town charm. With fresh interior updates and a convenient location near highly regarded schools and major commuter routes, 963 Morello Ave offers a wonderful opportunity to enjoy the Martinez lifestyle. Rent: $4,495/month Security Deposit ranges from $4,495 to $8,990. Applicants who meet all the Basic Criteria are eligible for the minimum deposit. Applicants that do not meet all the Basic Criteria, but exceed the Minimum Criteria, may be approved with a higher security deposit and monthly risk mitigation fee, equals to 3% of the monthly rent. Lease Terms: Option A: 1-year lease at $4,495.00 Option B: 2-year lease: (1st year at $4,495.00, 2nd year at $4,595.00) Pet Policy: Pets are allowed. Applicants with or without pets are required to undergo pet screening at . will assign a risk rating to your pet, and the security deposit may increase between $500 up to one month’s rent. They charge $30 per pet (annual subscription) to screen the animal. There is no fee if you have an ESA animal or if you don’t own a pet. For any approved pet, there is a one-time pet administration fee of $49 and the monthly pet fees range between $39 and $79 a month per pet depending on the pet risk rating (paw score). Renters Insurance: Required with $300,000.00 liability limit Refrigerator: Included Washer/Dryer: Included Parking: Attached garage Utilities Included: None Do not schedule an appointment or submit an application on Zillow. Rentvine: This is the software we utilize for processing our applications. Tenant Turner: This software is utilized to arrange an appointment for you to visit the property. Feel free to contact us at / if you have any questions or concerns. Showings are available by appointment only. Schedule a showing online by clicking the “Schedule Viewing”. The property is professionally managed by Stowers Real Estate. Leasing Contact: Cristina Stowers (DRE# 01821780) READ THIS IMPORTANT INFORMATION BEFORE YOU SCHEDULE A SHOWING Please review the Rental Criteria before you submit a rental application. There is a $35/adult non-refundable application fee and ALL adults residing in the property must apply. We will (1) verify your identification; (2) check your credit report, unless you receive a Government Rent Subsidy and request to provide verifiable alternative evidence instead of a credit report no later than when the application is submitted; (3) verify your household income and employment, if applicable; (4) verify your rental history with previous landlords; (5) we will conduct a nationwide search for eviction records; and (6) run a criminal report. Most applications are processed in 1-3 business days from the date we receive a completed application and all supporting documentation. Security Deposits are calculated using a risk-based model. Applicants who meet all the Basic Criteria may be approved at the advertised security deposit amount. Applicants who do not meet the Basic Criteria but exceed the Minimum Criteria may be approved with a higher security deposit, not to exceed the legal maximum. Security Deposits for active-duty military and properties subject to AB12 cannot exceed 1x the rent. Prior to move-in, proof of a current renters insurance policy with SRE listed as an Additional Interest and coverage of at least $300,000 for personal liability must be provided. Please DO NOT APPLY if your credit score is below 680, your household income is less than 3x the asking rent, you have ever been evicted, you have negative rental history, or your pets do not comply with this property’s pet policy. If you have a Government Rent Subsidy and elect to provide verifiable alternative evidence of your reasonable ability to pay rent instead of a credit report, make that selection in the application. All verifiable sources of income will be considered. Pursuant to CA Gov. Code 12955(o), the income multiple is based on the amount of rent that will be paid by the Applicant (not the total rent amount) if the Applicant has a rental voucher or other housing subsidy. Please review the Alternative Verification for Applicants with Government Rent Subsidy Document to determine what we require to accomplish that. All Information Deemed Reliable But Not Guaranteed. SRE is not responsible for content published by third-party listing websites (i.e. Zillow, Trulia, Hotpads, etc).
963 Morello Ave is a house located in Contra Costa County and the 94553 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Mt. Diablo Unified School District attendance zone.
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
- Dogs Allowed
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Fees not specified
- Cats Allowed
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Fees not specified
Contact
- Listed by Stowers Real Estate
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Martinez sits along the southern shore of the Carquinez Strait, where a well-preserved downtown full of early 20th-century architecture makes it feel more like a storybook East Bay town than a typical Bay Area suburb. Named after Californio ranchero Ygnacio Martínez, the city carries real history in its bones—including the former home of John Muir, who lived here for over 24 years and whose national historic site still draws visitors today. Sixteen city parks and a marina give outdoor enthusiasts plenty of room to roam, and Martinez Regional Shoreline offers sweeping waterfront views just minutes from the city center.
Day-to-day life here moves at a comfortable pace, with a walkable downtown offering local dining, shops, and live music venues that have served the community for years. Commuting is straightforward thanks to both Amtrak and BART stations in the city, plus easy access to I-680 and State Route 4 for reaching Oakland, San Francisco, or the greater Bay Area.
Learn more about living in Martinez| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 8 min | 3.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 26 min | 11.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 34 min | 18.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 31 min | 20.0 mi |
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Transportation options available in Martinez include North Concord / Martinez, located 5.8 miles from 963 Morello Ave. 963 Morello Ave is near Metro Oakland International, located 28.5 miles or 43 minutes away, and San Francisco International, located 40.4 miles or 62 minutes away.
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Drive: | 10 min | 5.8 mi |
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Drive: | 12 min | 6.7 mi |
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Drive: | 12 min | 7.8 mi |
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Drive: | 16 min | 8.5 mi |
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Drive: | 14 min | 9.0 mi |
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.7 mi |
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Drive: | 34 min | 19.9 mi |
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Drive: | 28 min | 20.1 mi |
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Drive: | 33 min | 21.6 mi |
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Drive: | 31 min | 24.2 mi |
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Metro Oakland International
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Drive: | 43 min | 28.5 mi |
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San Francisco International
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Drive: | 62 min | 40.4 mi |
Time and distance from 963 Morello Ave.
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| Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Walk: | 14 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.9 mi |
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Dutra Ranch, Sky Ranch and Gustin Properties
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.1 mi |
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John Muir National Historic Site
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Drive: | 8 min | 3.4 mi |
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Alhambra Creek Watershed
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Drive: | 8 min | 4.5 mi |
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Martinez Regional Shoreline
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Drive: | 14 min | 4.8 mi |
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Waterbird Regional Preserve
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Drive: | 9 min | 6.1 mi |
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| Drive: | 6 min | 3.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 5.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 5.9 mi |
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| Drive: | 25 min | 8.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 14 min | 9.5 mi | |
| Drive: | 31 min | 22.2 mi |
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