38 Bret Ave

San Rafael, CA 94901

$1,275,000
Price
3
Beds
2,244 Sq. Ft.
$568 / Sq. Ft.
2,244
Sq. Ft.
$568
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Rare opportunity to own two homes on one lot in a convenient and versatile setting. The main residence features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms with comfortable living spaces, while the detached ADU offers its own kitchen and bathroom, ideal for guests, extended family, rental income, or a private home office setup. Whether you're looking for multi-generational living, an investment opportunity, or added flexibility, 38 Bret Avenue offers a unique layout with endless potential. Enjoy the ability...Rare opportunity to own two homes on one lot in a convenient and versatile setting. The main residence features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms with comfortable living spaces, while the detached ADU offers its own kitchen and bathroom, ideal for guests, extended family, rental income, or a private home office setup. Whether you're looking for multi-generational living, an investment opportunity, or added flexibility, 38 Bret Avenue offers a unique layout with endless potential. Enjoy the ability to live in one home and rent the other, host long-term guests with ease, or create the perfect work-from-home retreat. A special property with options that are hard to find.
  1. Listed by Alexandra Bondanza • DRE #02137227 • Brokerage DRE #02027353 • Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
  2. Listed by Joe Bondanza • DRE #00910574 • Brokerage DRE #02027353 • Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 38 Bret Avenue

Cross Street
Irwin Steet
Total Parking Spaces
2
LISTING UPDATED: 06/01/2026 11:47 AM

Property Details for 38 Bret Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #326045515
Days on Compass10
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1948
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,499 SF
CountyMarin County
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Listing Courtesy of Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, Alexandra Bondanza, DRE #02137227; Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, Joe Bondanza, DRE #00910574
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Building Information for 38 Bret Avenue

Stories1Year Built1948Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,499 SF

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Property Information for 38 Bret Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/District: San Rafael
  • Area Short Display: A2300
  • Directions to Property: Follow US-101 S to Francisco Blvd W in San Rafael. Take exit 451A for Francisco Blvd toward Andersen Drive from US-101 S. Take Andersen Dr to left on Du Bois. Right on Bret Ave.
  • Area Long Display: San Rafael
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Association Fee: $0
  • APN: 013-151-17
Parking
  • Parking Features: No Garage, Uncovered Parking Space
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 0
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  • Virtual Media Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Square Footage: 2244.0
  • Square Footage Source: Owner
  • Year Built Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 6499.0
  • Lot Features: Other
Property and Assessments
  • Senior Community: No
  • Picture Count: 52
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Utilities
  • Sewer: Sewer Public
  • Water Source: Water District
  • Utilities: Electric, Natural Gas Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
  • Horse Property: No
  • Stories: 1
  • Levels: 1 Story
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Street Entrance
  • Patio And Porch Features: Uncovered Deck, Uncovered Patio
  • Pool: No
  • Roof: Tar/Gravel
  • Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Heating: Central, Wall Furnace
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), None
  • Basement: None
  • Bath Features: Shower Stall(s), Tub w/Shower Over
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathrooms: 3.0
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Kitchen Features: Butcher Block Counters, Kitchen/Family Combo
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Linoleum, Wood
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Hood Over Range
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, In Kitchen, Laundry Closet, Washer Included
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • # of Rooms: 0
  • Room Type: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Possible Guest
  • Spa: No
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • # of Units: 0
Multi-Family Additional Information
  • 2nd Unit Bedrooms: 0
  • 2nd Unit Approx SqFt: 400.0
  • 2nd Unit SqFt Source: Owner
  • 2nd Unit Full Baths: 1
  • 2nd Unit Partial Baths: 0
  • 2nd Unit Kitchen: Yes
  • 2nd Unit Description: ADU
  • 2nd Unit Occupied: No
  • 2nd Unit Rents for: $1,500.00
  • 2nd Unit Type: 2nd Unit Detached
Unit 2
  • ADU/2nd Unit: Yes

Property History for 38 Bret Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 26, 2026

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #326045515

$1,275,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/26/2026

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #326045515

$1,275,000

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

Public Records for 38 Bret Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$251,551Additions$301,657Total$553,208
Tax Record2025$9,115 ($760 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,844 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,844 SqFtLot Size6,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1948Year Renovated1964CountyMARINAPN013-151-17Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 38 Bret Avenue

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 38 Bret Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901

38 Bret Avenue is a single family home for sale in San Rafael, CA 94901. This property was listed for sale on May 26, 2026 by Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $1,275,000. 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. 38 Bret Avenue is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,244 sqft single family home built in 1948.

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Listing Courtesy of Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, Alexandra Bondanza, DRE #02137227; Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, Joe Bondanza, DRE #00910574

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