176 Highland Ave

5,900 Sq. Ft.
$677 / Sq. Ft.
5,900
Sq. Ft.
$677
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Set behind a private gated drive on approximately 1.12 acres in San Rafael's coveted Dominican neighborhood, 176 Highland Avenue is a striking contemporary residence offering exceptional privacy, expansive grounds, and sweeping Mount Tamalpais views. The home offers approximately 5,900 square feet of living space designed for modern indoor-outdoor living, with six bedrooms or five bedrooms plus an office, five full baths, and one half bath. The upper level includes a private in-law suite offering...Set behind a private gated drive on approximately 1.12 acres in San Rafael's coveted Dominican neighborhood, 176 Highland Avenue is a striking contemporary residence offering exceptional privacy, expansive grounds, and sweeping Mount Tamalpais views. The home offers approximately 5,900 square feet of living space designed for modern indoor-outdoor living, with six bedrooms or five bedrooms plus an office, five full baths, and one half bath. The upper level includes a private in-law suite offering excellent flexibility for extended family or guests. A spacious motor court provides parking for four cars in addition to the attached two-car garage, while the beautifully landscaped grounds feature a lawn, mature garden with year-round fruit trees, vegetable garden, a sports court, and a solar-heated pool positioned to capture full sun and the surrounding natural beauty. Expansive windows, balconies, and terraces create a seamless connection to the outdoors throughout the home. Located just minutes from Dominican University, downtown San Rafael, and miles of nearby hiking and biking trails, this exceptional property offers contemporary design, privacy, and a premier Marin County setting.
  1. Listed by Bill Bullock Lydia Sarkissian • DRE #00837358 • Brokerage DRE #02027353 • Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
  2. Listed by Magdalena N Sarkissian • DRE #02028978 • Brokerage DRE #02027353 • Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 176 Highland Avenue

Architectural Style
Contemporary
View Description
Hills, Mt Tamalpais
Cross Street
Deer Park Ave
Total Parking Spaces
6

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Property Details for 176 Highland Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #326020773
Days on Compass4
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1960
Lot Size1.12 AC / 48,900 SF
CountyMarin County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, Bill Bullock Lydia Sarkissian, DRE #00837358; Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, Magdalena N Sarkissian, DRE #02028978
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Building Information for 176 Highland Avenue

Stories2Year Built1960Building Size-Lot Size1.12 AC / 48,900 SF

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Property Information for 176 Highland Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/District: San Rafael
  • Area Short Display: A2300
  • Directions to Property: Turn left onto Grand Ave. Turn right onto Jewell St. Slight left onto Highland Ave. Turn left to stay on Highland Ave.
  • Area Long Display: San Rafael
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Association Fee: $0
  • APN: 015-231-11
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached, Enclosed, EV Charging, Garage Facing Front, Guest Parking Available, Interior Access, Side-by-Side, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking Spaces: 0
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  • Virtual Media Count: 1
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Lot Information
  • Square Footage: 5900.0
  • Square Footage Source: Graphic Artist
  • Year Built Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 48900.0
  • Lot Features: Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Misc, Private
Property and Assessments
  • Senior Community: No
  • Picture Count: 68
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Utilities
  • Sewer: Sewer Public
  • Water Source: Water Public
  • Utilities: Electric, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected, Solar
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Stories: 2
  • Levels: 2 Story
  • Upper Level: Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s)
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Garage, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Partial Bath(s)
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Features: In Ground, On Lot, Pool Cover, Solar Heat
  • Pool: Yes
Interior Features
  • Heating: Central, MultiUnits, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central
  • Basement: None
  • Bath Features: Double Sinks, Skylight/Solar Tube, Window
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 6.0
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Dining Room Features: Dining/Family Combo, Formal Area, Skylight(s)
  • Family Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight(s)
  • Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Skylight(s)
  • Kitchen Features: Island, Kitchen/Family Combo, Pantry Closet, Skylight(s)
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling, Formal Entry, Open Beam Ceiling, Wet Bar
  • Appliances: Compactor, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
  • Laundry Features: Cabinets, Dryer Included, Ground Floor, Inside Room, Sink, Washer Included
  • # of Fireplaces: 4
  • # of Rooms: 0
  • Room Type: Baths Other, Family Room, In Law Apartment, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Office, Wine Cellar, Other
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • # of Units: 0
Multi-Family Additional Information
  • 2nd Unit Approx SqFt: 0.0
  • 2nd Unit Rents for: $.00
Unit 2
  • ADU/2nd Unit: No

Property History for 176 Highland Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 19, 2026

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #326020773

$3,995,000
Jul 11, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #160460221

$1,995,000
Apr 7, 1998

Sold

RESFAR #5032185

$720,000
Mar 23, 1998

Pending

RESFAR #5032185

Jan 6, 1998

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #5032185

$735,000
Nov 15, 1997

Withdrawn

RESFAR #5029388

Sep 1, 1997

Withdrawn

RESFAR #5025738

Aug 1, 1997

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #5029388

$750,000
Mar 7, 1997

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #5025738

$795,000
Mar 6, 1997

Withdrawn

RESFAR #5024252

Dec 5, 1996

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #5024252

$880,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/19/2026

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #326020773

$3,995,000
07/11/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #160460221

$1,995,000
04/07/1998

Sold

RESFAR #5032185

$720,000
03/23/1998

Pending

RESFAR #5032185

01/06/1998

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #5032185

$735,000
11/15/1997

Withdrawn

RESFAR #5029388

09/01/1997

Withdrawn

RESFAR #5025738

08/01/1997

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #5029388

$750,000
03/07/1997

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #5025738

$795,000
03/06/1997

Withdrawn

RESFAR #5024252

12/05/1996

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #5024252

$880,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 176 Highland Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$797,792Additions$1,013,002Total$1,810,794
Tax Record2025$25,247 ($2,104 / month)
Home Facts
Beds5Total Finished SqFt5,934 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,934 SqFtLot Size48,900 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1960Year Renovated1995CountyMARINAPN015-231-11Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 176 Highland Avenue

This home is within San Rafael City Elementary School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Coleman Elementary School
PublicK to 5

James B. Davidson Middle School
Public6 to 8

Terra Linda High School
Public9 to 12

San Rafael High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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176 Highland Avenue is a single family home for sale in San Rafael, CA 94901. This property was listed for sale on March 19, 2026 by Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $3,995,000. It has been on the market for a total of 4 days and was last sold on July 11, 2005. This listing's school districts are San Rafael City High School District, San Rafael City Elementary School District. Nearby schools include Coleman Elementary School, James B. Davidson Middle School and Terra Linda High School. 176 Highland Avenue is a 5-bed, 6-bath, 5,900 sqft single family home built in 1960.

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Listing Courtesy of Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, Bill Bullock Lydia Sarkissian, DRE #00837358; Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, Magdalena N Sarkissian, DRE #02028978

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