
San Rafael, CA 94901
This High-Potential Investment Opportunity is listed at a List Price of $795,000—positioned well below the $813,776 Fair Market Value by 2%. This valuation gap offers $18,776 in Instant Equity. Featuring a Condition Rating of 3, this 1950s cottage offers authentic vintage charm, a spacious 12,070 sqft lot, and a versatile workshop. While the single-bath layout presents a functional constraint, the sweeping panoramic views and move-in ready status make this an ideal acquisition for Buy-and-Hold Investors or Owner-Occupants seeking a unique hillside retreat.
Comparables within 1 miles sold in recently
| Address | Sold Price | Beds | Baths | Sq Ft | $/Sqft | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
★ 225 Prospect Drive Subject | $795,000* List Price | 2 | 1 | 1,210 | $673 | - |
A 1468 Lincoln Avenue Sold | $650,000 | 2 | 1 | 1,146 | $567 | 0.4 mi |
B 280 Prospect Drive Active | $995,000 List Price | 3 | 2 | 1,554 | $640 | 0.1 mi |
* Subject property listed price vs sold prices of comps.
Property is move-in ready.
Although built in 1950, the property is move-in ready and has been thoughtfully maintained. The interior features refinished hardwood floors and fresh paint, while the exterior shows well-kept siding and a clean flagstone patio. While the kitchen is dated with vintage tiling, it remains functional, and the overall condition suggests a level of maintenance consistent with a 5-15 year cosmetic refresh.
The property has a large lot size, which is more than 4 times of its living area. lot size in square feet = 12070, living area = 1210.
The property features a large 12,070 sqft lot with a generous flagstone patio and sweeping views, offering exceptional privacy and space for dining, lounging, and gardening.
This 1950s storybook cottage retains high-quality period details including a river-rock fireplace, warm hardwood floors, and an arched dining entry that provide unique character.
With only one bathroom serving two bedrooms, the layout may be less convenient for households with multiple occupants or frequent guests.
The hillside location and gated stairway access from the driveway to the front porch may present accessibility challenges for those with mobility concerns.
This story book cottage is tucked on a leafy hillside and is a vintage charmer that has been thoughtfully maintained. A gated stairway leads up from the driveway to the covered brick front porch. Upon entering you you are welcomed by warm hardwood floors, a wide picture window frames treetops and blue sky, and a river-rock fireplace anchors the room, the kind of period detail you simply can't build new. An arched opening leads to the dining room, and the kitchen beyond features vintage tile alongside a gas range. Outside is where this property truly distinguishes itself. A generous flagstone patio wraps from the front porch around the side of the house opening to sweeping views. A mature pomegranate tree shades one corner, fencing gives the whole space and large yard privacy, and there's ample room for dining, lounging, and gardening. The property has a separate carport and a spacious open-beam workshop and storage area with vintage redwood framing and a concrete floor offer options for a hobbyist, a home gym, or a future project. Move-in ready, full of soul, and minutes to downtown San Rafael, Highway 101, and Marin's trails and open space.
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| Feature | Subject | Average Home |
|---|---|---|
| Beds | 2.0 | 3.6 |
| Baths | 1.0 | 2.6 |
| Square foot | 1,210 | 2,044.835 |
| Lot Size | 12,070 | 8,527.785 |
| Price | $795.0K | $1.70M |
| Price per sq ft | $657 | $812 |
| Built year | 1950 | 1958 |
| HOA | $0 | $278 |
| Days on market | 32 | 35 |
Aug 8, 2026
$795,000
Initial Listing
Apr 22, 2015
$555,000
Public Record
Mar 24, 2005
$675,000
Public Record