Last Sold Price
4 beds3,347 sqft$502/sqft
279 Riviera Dr, San Rafael, CA 94901

Description

Sensational remodeled single level home overlooking 14th fairway of Peacock Gap! Tropical plantings, level lot and serene views of the golf course and hills. Remodeled kitchen with honed slate backsplash, Venetian plastered walls, wood burning fireplace/gas rotisserie/grill, stainless appliances and use of green design. Exquisite pool, outdoor shower, spacious great room, wine cellar, loggia or indoor/outdoor room complete this resort setting.Sensational remodeled single level home overlooking 14th fairway of Peacock Gap! Tropical plantings, level lot and serene views of the golf course and hills. Remodeled kitchen with honed slate backsplash, Venetian plastered walls, wood burning fireplace/gas rotisserie/grill, stainless appliances and use of green design. Exquisite pool, outdoor shower, spacious great room, wine cellar, loggia or indoor/outdoor room complete this resort setting.
LISTING CLOSED: 09/16/2008 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Zel Bauer • DRE #00358053 • Pacific Union Real Estate

Property Details for 279 Riviera Drive

Status
MLS #
20810751
Days on Compass
128
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
$23 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1962
Lot Size
0.26 AC / 11,238 SF
Directions to Property
Cen. San Rafael Exit, right on 2nd, becomes Pt. San Pedro Rd. stay on Pt. San Pedro, left on Riviera
Parking Features
Automatic Door, Interior Access, Garage
Architectural Style
Ranch
View Description
Golf Course, Hills
Cross Street
San Marino
Total Parking Spaces
0

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,701,000

Avg days on market

55

Sale-to-list ratio

91.6%

San Rafael, CA

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Square Feet
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Acres
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Location

Listing Courtesy of Pacific Union Real Estate, Zel Bauer, DRE #00358053

Sold By Compass, Peter Colbert, DRE #01703429

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Building Information for 279 Riviera Drive

Stories1Year Built1962Building Size-Lot Size0.26 AC / 11,238 SF

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Property Information for 279 Riviera Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/District: San Rafael
  • Area Short Display: A2300
  • Location Description: San Rafael
Taxes and HOA Information
  • APN: 184-171-14
  • City Transfer Tax Rate: .00%
  • County Transfer Tax Rate: .00%
  • Association Fee Includes: Other
  • Association: Yes
  • Association Name: Peacock Gap HOA
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
School Information
  • School District: San Rafael
Parking
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking Fee $: $.00
  • Num of Parking Spaces: 0.0
  • Parking: Automatic Door, Interior Access, Garage
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Media Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Year Built Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Features: Adjacent to Golf Course, Auto Sprinkler F&R, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Storm Drain
Property and Assessments
  • Property Condition: Completed
  • Possession: Negotiable
  • Picture Count: 11
  • Photos Provided By: Agent
  • Elevation: 0
Green Features
  • Green Verification Year: 0
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Public, Cable Available, PG&E, Cable Connected
  • Water Source: Water District
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Construction Materials: Ceiling Insulation, Frame, Redwood Siding, Wall Insulation, Wood, Wood Siding
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Paved Driveway
  • Fencing: Other, Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
  • Stories: 1
  • Main Level: Bath(s), Bedroom(s), Family Room, Garage, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bedroom, Street Entrance
  • Other Structures: Other, Storage, Shed(s)
  • Exterior Features: Wet Bar
  • Window Features: Weather Stripped, Window Coverings, Window Screens, Dual Pane
  • Security Features: Smoke Detector
  • Pool Features: Built-In, Gas Heat, Gunite Construction, Pool Sweep
  • Pool: Yes
  • Roof: Composition
Interior Features
  • Interior Features: Formal Entry, Skylight(s), Storage Area(s)
  • Heating: Fireplace(s), Gas, Radiant
  • Appliances: Built-In BBQ, Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Water Heater, Hood Over Range, Ice Maker, Microwave, Self/Cont Clean Oven, Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Gas Hook-Up, In Garage, Washer Included, Washer/Dryer
  • Spa: Yes
  • # of Fireplaces: 2
  • Bath Features: Low-Flow Toilet(s), Marble, Shower Stall(s), Tile, Tub, Tub w/Shower Over, Remodeled
  • Cooling: Central
  • Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in Laundry
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Entry Level: 0
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Gas Starter, Living Room, Stone, Wood Burning
  • Possible Bedrooms: 0.0
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • # of Rooms: 0
  • Room Type: Other, Wine Cellar
Room Information
Master Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Primary Bedroom Dimensions Width: 0.0
Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Bedroom 2 Dimensions Width: 0.0
Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Bedroom 3 Dimensions Width: 0.0
Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom 4 Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Bedroom 4 Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Bedroom 4 Dimensions Width: 0.0
Living
  • Living Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Living Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Living Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
Dining
  • Dining Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Dining Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Dining Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Dining Room Features: Formal Area
Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Family Room Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Family Room Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Family Room Features: Great Room
Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions Area: 0.0
  • Kitchen Dimensions Length: 0.0
  • Kitchen Dimensions Width: 0.0
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Remodeled, Slab Counter
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • # of Units: 0
Multi-Family Additional Information
  • 2nd Unit Approx SqFt: 0.0
  • 2nd Unit Rents for: $.00
Rental
Rent Information
  • Available Date: 04-15-2008
  • Occupant Type: Owner
  • Current Rent: $.00

Property History for 279 Riviera Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 16, 2008

Sold

RESFAR #20810751

$1,680,000
Aug 29, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #254063049

$1,680,000

+17.9% / yr

Aug 21, 2008

Pending

RESFAR #20810751

DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/16/2008

Sold

RESFAR #20810751

$1,680,000
08/29/2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #254063049

$1,680,000

+17.9% / yr

08/21/2008

Pending

RESFAR #20810751

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

Public Records for 279 Riviera Drive

Taxable ValueLand$1,050,736Additions$1,151,869Total$2,202,605
Tax Record2025$28,898 ($2,408 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,347 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,347 SqFtLot Size11,250 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1962Year Renovated1990CountyMARINAPN184-171-14

Schools near 279 Riviera Drive

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
Glenwood 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: 279 Riviera Drive, San Rafael, CA 94901
$1,680,000
4
3,347
11,238
$2,505,000
3
2,197
11,874
$1,650,000
5
2,644
11,874
$1,262,000
5
2,462
8,123
$1,900,000
4
2,717
9,374
$1,700,000
4
2,482
8,751

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