259 Irwin Street

Listed By Coldwell Banker RealtyOpen: 8/22 12:00PM - 04:00PM
Listed By Coldwell Banker RealtyOpen: 8/22 12:00PM - 04:00PM
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$1,150,000
3 beds1,191 sqft$966/sqft
259 Irwin St, San Rafael, CA 94901
Est: $6,770/moGet pre-approved

Description

Where Neighbors Wave and Memories Grow. Welcome home to 259 Irwin Street, tucked into a tree-lined street in San Rafael's beloved Bret Harte neighborhood, the kind of place where porch lights stay on for each other and the park down the road doubles as the community's living room. This sunlit single-level ranch offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, plus something rare in this neighborhood: an attached 2-car garage. Step through the front door into a breezeway entry, an unexpected, open-air transitional...Where Neighbors Wave and Memories Grow. Welcome home to 259 Irwin Street, tucked into a tree-lined street in San Rafael's beloved Bret Harte neighborhood, the kind of place where porch lights stay on for each other and the park down the road doubles as the community's living room. This sunlit single-level ranch offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, plus something rare in this neighborhood: an attached 2-car garage. Step through the front door into a breezeway entry, an unexpected, open-air transitional space that connects your private patio, the main home, and the garage and laundry room in one graceful move. It's the kind of detail that makes a house feel designed for the way you actually live. Inside, freshly painted walls and clean oak hardwood floors catch the light pouring in from windows on every side. The living room anchors it all, with a wood-burning fireplace and a wall of windows framing the treelined street beyond. The kitchen has been refreshed with brand-new stainless steel appliances and beautifully painted cabinetry, clean, current, and ready for your first dinner party. The primary suite offers its own bath and a peaceful view of the back patio, while two additional bedrooms flex easily into guest rooms, a home office, or both. Underneath it all: real peace of mind. The crawl space has been fully encapsulated with new drainage and a sump pump, a rare, valuable upgrade most buyers never think to ask about until it's already been done for them. Just moments from Bret Harte Park, downtown San Rafael, schools, shopping, and Marin's best hiking and biking trails, this home offers a rare combination of mid-century charm and everyday convenience. This isn't just a house. It's where your Bret Harte story begins.
LISTING UPDATED: 08/19/2026 11:15 PM

Listing Agent

  1. Garrett Burdick

    Garrett Burdick

    Listing Agent

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    DRE #02074170

    P: (415) 602-2282

    M: (415) 602-2282

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Property Details for 259 Irwin Street

Status
Active
MLS #
326068749
Days on Compass
6
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
Single Family
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1954
Lot Size
0.17 AC / 7,501 SF
County
Marin County
Architectural Style
Ranch
Cross Street
Hillview Ave
Total Parking Spaces
4

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Building Information for 259 Irwin Street

Stories1Year Built1954Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,501 SF

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Property Information for 259 Irwin Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/District: San Rafael
  • Area Short Display: A2300
  • Directions to Property: Central San Rafael Exit, Left on Third Street, Left on Lincoln, Right on Irwin and follow to 259 Irwin Street. Plenty of Parking.
  • Area Long Display: San Rafael
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Association Fee: $0
  • APN: 013-281-10
School Information
  • School District (County): Marin
  • Elementary School District: San Rafael City Schools
  • Middle or Junior School District: San Rafael City Schools
  • Senior High School District: San Rafael City Schools
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached, Enclosed, Garage Door Opener, Garage Facing Front, Side-by-Side
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking Spaces: 0
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Media Count: 2
Property
Lot Information
  • Square Footage: 1191.0
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Year Built Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor Agent-Fill
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 7500.0
  • Lot Features: Landscape Misc
  • Property Condition: Original
Property and Assessments
  • Security Features: Carbon Mon Detector, Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector
  • Senior Community: No
  • Picture Count: 27
  • Property Disclaimer: All data, photos, visualizations, and information regarding a property, including the property's compliance with state and local legal requirements and all measurements and calculations of area, have been obtained from various sources, and may include such material that has been generated by use of artificial intelligence. Such information and material have not been and will not be verified for accuracy by the listing broker or the multiple listing service, and are not guaranteed as complete, accurate or reliable. Such information and material should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. This information and material are intended for the personal use of consumers and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing.
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Frame, Partial Insulation, Wood, Wood Siding
Utilities
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in Laundry
  • Sewer: Sewer Public
  • Water Source: Water Public
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electric, Internet Available, Natural Gas Connected, Public, Sewer Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Gentle Up, Paved Driveway
  • Fencing: Fenced, Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Stories: 1
  • Levels: 1 Story
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Full Bath(s), Garage, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Street Entrance
  • Patio And Porch Features: Uncovered Patio
  • Pool: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: None
  • Basement: None
  • Bath Features: Tub w/Shower Over, Window
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathrooms: 2.0
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room Features: Dining/Living Combo
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Laminate Counter
  • Flooring: Laminate, Wood
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free Standing Electric Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Plumbed For Ice Maker
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, In Garage, Washer Included
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • # of Rooms: 0
  • Room Type: Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom
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 259 Irwin Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 15, 2026

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #326068749

$1,150,000—
Apr 22, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #133438064

$534,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/15/2026

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #326068749

$1,150,000
04/22/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #133438064

$534,000

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

Public Records for 259 Irwin Street

Taxable ValueLand$464,044Additions$310,329Total$774,373
Tax Record2025$11,102 ($925 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt1,191 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,191 SqFtLot Size7,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1954Year Renovated1954CountyMARINAPN013-281-10

Schools near 259 Irwin Street

This home is within San Rafael City Elementary School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Coleman Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Laurel Dell Elementary School
Public - K to 5
James B. Davidson Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Terra Linda High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Coleman Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Laurel Dell Elementary School
PublicK to 5

James B. Davidson Middle School
Public6 to 8

Terra Linda 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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More information about 259 Irwin Street, San Rafael, CA 94901

259 Irwin Street is a single family home for sale in San Rafael, CA 94901. This property was listed for sale on August 15, 2026 by Coldwell Banker Realty, it's currently listed at $1,150,000. It has been on the market for a total of 6 days and was last sold on April 22, 2004. This listing's school districts are San Rafael City High School District, San Rafael City Elementary School District. Nearby schools include Coleman Elementary School, Laurel Dell Elementary School and James B. Davidson Middle School. 259 Irwin Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,191 sqft single family home built in 1954.

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