Historic Martinez Home Built In 1916 For Beloved Community Leader: $1.25M

MARTINEZ, CA — A historic Martinez home, but not just any historic home, hit the market this week, giving buyers a chance to own a piece of Bay Area history. The home at 1304 Highland Ave. in downtown Martinez was built in 1916 for the late Judge A.F. Bray, who in addition to serving as a Contra Costa County Superior Court judge, was instrumental in bringing bridges to the Carquinez Strait.

Fittingly, one can watch beautiful sunsets over the strait from the large living room of the home that still has its original hardwood floors. The well-maintained four-bedroom, three-bath residence was restored in 2003 and is offered at $1.25 million. Just some of its features include a fireplace in the living room; a formal dining room with built-in cabinets; a butler's pantry; front and back sun porches with an outdoor fireplace; a downstairs area with a family room, home theater, bar, wine cellar and hobby rooms; two garages; and landscaped grounds giving off tons of curb appeal.

Open houses are planned Saturday and Sunday, Oct. 28-29. We can't wait to find out who will become the third owner of this century-old gem.

• Address: 1304 Highland Ave, Martinez, California
• Price: $1,250,000
• Square Feet: 3,300
• Bedrooms: 4
• Bathrooms: 3 Baths
• Built: 1916

This listing originally appeared on realtor.com. For more information and photos, click here.