Sold
Last Sold Price
2 beds1,206 sqft$1,119/sqft
21 Sunset Way, San Rafael, CA 94901
Single FamilyProperty Type
5,000 sq ftLot Size
1936Year Built
$1,119/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

This West End 1936 Spanish Mediterranean treasure, with recently completed ADU (permitted), is a rare find. Located in one San Rafael's most desirable neighborhoods, the home is rich with craftmanship, architectural detail, and beautiful gardens. From the cathedral living room ceiling and custom tile, to the Douglas Fir floors, cabinets and trim, the home's distinctiveness and cozy, easy-going charm will draw you in. Enjoy the fresh air from one of the two decks or recently landscaped backyard. San...This West End 1936 Spanish Mediterranean treasure, with recently completed ADU (permitted), is a rare find. Located in one San Rafael's most desirable neighborhoods, the home is rich with craftmanship, architectural detail, and beautiful gardens. From the cathedral living room ceiling and custom tile, to the Douglas Fir floors, cabinets and trim, the home's distinctiveness and cozy, easy-going charm will draw you in. Enjoy the fresh air from one of the two decks or recently landscaped backyard. San Anselmo and San Rafael are a short stroll, Mt. Tam and China Camp trails are minutes away, and Sun Valley Elementary school is a quick drive or bike ride. The garden studio was constructed to a high standard and includes a full kitchen and bath, radiant heat, electric fireplace, and its own washer and dryer. The ADU would be a great income generator or the perfect home office with calming garden views. Cancel your 4th of July plans to come see. This one will go quickly!
  • Listed by: Dave Barber DRE #02080199 Brokerage DRE #02027353 • Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
Listing closed: 08/03/2020 12:00 AM • Source: REBAREIS, MLS#: 22014929

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,205,000

Avg days on market

21

Sale-to-list ratio

110.2%

San Rafael, CA

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Location

Listing Courtesy of Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, Dave Barber, DRE #02080199

Sold By Corcoran Global Living, Sandy Onken Fiek

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Property Information for 21 Sunset Way

Property Details
  • MLS Type: Residential / 2 Houses on Lot
  • County: Marin County
  • Architectural Style: Spanish/Med
  • View Description: Forest/Woods, Hills, Mountains, Partial, Ridge, Woods
  • Cross Street: Santa Margarita
  • Total Parking Spaces: 0
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1936
  • Lot Size: 0.11 AC / 5,000 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/District: San Rafael
  • Area Short Display: A2300
  • Directions to Property: 4th Street to Santa Margarita. Right on Sunset Way.
  • Location of Unit: Unit Below
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Association Fee: $0
  • APN: 010-273-09
  • City Transfer Tax Rate: .00%
  • County Transfer Tax Rate: .00%
Parking
  • Parking Features: Converted Garage
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 1
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Media Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Square Footage: 1206.0
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Year Built Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5000.0
  • Lot Features: Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front
Property and Assessments
  • Security Features: Carbon Mon Detector, Smoke Detector
  • Senior Community: No
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Picture Count: 49
  • Property Disclaimer: Information has not been verified, is not guaranteed, and is subject to change. Copyright © 2021 Bay Area Real Estate Information Services, Inc. All rights reserved. Copyright 2021 Rapattoni Corporation. All rights reserved.
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Stucco, Wood
Utilities
  • Sewer: Sewer Public
  • Water Source: Water District
  • Utilities: All Public, Cable Available, Internet Available, PG&E
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Paved Driveway, Paved Sidewalk
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Stories: 0
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Lower Level: Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room
  • Main Level: Bath(s), Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room
  • Patio And Porch Features: Awning, Deck(s), Patio(s)
  • Pool: No
  • Roof: Tar/Gravel, Tile
  • Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Heating: Central, Fireplace(s), Radiant
  • Cooling: Central
  • Bath Features: Tile, Tub w/Shower Over, Other
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 2.0
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Dining Room Features: Formal Area, Other
  • Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Raised Hearth, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling, Skylight(s), Storage Area(s)
  • Appliances: Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Gas Water Heater, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Built-In Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Electric, Gas Hook-Up, In Basement, Inside Room, Washer Included, Washer/Dryer Stacked Included
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • # of Rooms: 0
  • Room Type: Converted Garage, Storage
  • Spa: No
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • # of Units: 0
Multi-Family Additional Information
  • 2nd Unit Bedrooms: 0
  • 2nd Unit Approx SqFt: 0.0
  • 2nd Unit Full Baths: 1
  • 2nd Unit Partial Baths: 0
  • 2nd Unit Kitchen: Yes
  • 2nd Unit Description: ADU Studio
  • 2nd Unit Occupied: Yes
  • 2nd Unit Rents for: $.00
  • 2nd Unit Type: Attached

Property History for 21 Sunset Way

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 3, 2020

Sold

REBAREIS #22014929

$1,350,000
Jul 29, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #674212016

$1,350,000

+4.7% / yr

Jul 9, 2020

Pending

REBAREIS #22014929

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/03/2020

Sold

REBAREIS #22014929

$1,350,000
07/29/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #674212016

$1,350,000

+4.7% / yr

07/09/2020

Pending

REBAREIS #22014929

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

Public Records for 21 Sunset Way

Taxable ValueLand$938,451Additions$552,030Total$1,490,481
Tax Record2025$20,158 ($1,680 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,688 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,688 SqFtLot Size5,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1936Year Renovated1991CountyMARINAPN010-273-09

Schools near 21 Sunset Way

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
Sun Valley 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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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 21 Sunset Way, San Rafael, CA 94901
$1,350,000
2
1,206
5,000
$1,350,000
4
2,968
4,016
5,226
3
2
2,387
5,252
$1,270,000
3
2,146
7,139
$535,500
2
1,135
6,229

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Listing Courtesy of Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, Dave Barber, DRE #02080199

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