4,517 Sq. Ft.
$753 / Sq. Ft.
4,517
Sq. Ft.
$753
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Located within the exclusive enclave of Bay Side Acres, this private gated estate offers a rare combination of elegance, space, and expansive Bay viewsall set on over of an acre of landscaped grounds. Step inside the main level to discover a chef's kitchen that truly dazzles. Outfitted with top-of-the-line appliances, including a 6-burner Wolf range, double ovens, two sinks, and a center island, this kitchen is as functional as it is stylish. An abundance of cabinetry and counter space ensures effortless...Located within the exclusive enclave of Bay Side Acres, this private gated estate offers a rare combination of elegance, space, and expansive Bay viewsall set on over of an acre of landscaped grounds. Step inside the main level to discover a chef's kitchen that truly dazzles. Outfitted with top-of-the-line appliances, including a 6-burner Wolf range, double ovens, two sinks, and a center island, this kitchen is as functional as it is stylish. An abundance of cabinetry and counter space ensures effortless entertaining, while dual sets of doors open onto an expansive deck that stretches the length of the kitchenperfect for al fresco dining or soaking in the vistas. The formal dining room, with its soaring cathedral ceilings and Bay views, sets the stage for unforgettable gatherings. Adjacent, the great room exudes warmth and character, featuring wide-plank engineered oak flooring, a beamed ceiling, a cozy fireplace, and walls of windows that flood the space with natural light. Thoughtful details like wainscoting, built-ins, and French doors leading to the outdoors add timeless charm. A spacious family room, complete with a wet bar and sliders to the pool deck, ensures there's room to relax or entertain in style. A wood-paneled office, an additional room, and a newly updated bathroom round out the main level for ultimate flexibility. Retreat upstairs to the luxurious primary suite, where vaulted ceilings, a private balcony, and sweeping Bay views create an idyllic sanctuary. Two closets, including a large walk-in with additional storage, cater to every need, while the spa-like bath boasts double sinks, a soaking tub, and a separate shower. Two additional generously sized bedrooms and a beautifully updated bathroom complete this level. The lower level offers endless possibilities. With a private entrance, full bath, and versatile layout, it's ideal for an au pair suite, in-law quarters, a home office, or even a cozy home theater. Outside, the property's grounds are nothing short of spectacular. Mature landscaping, expansive usable spaces, and multiple entertainment areasincluding a sparkling pool deckcreate a true outdoor haven. A spacious motor court and two-car garage ensure ample parking for family and guests alike. This estate is more than a homeit's a lifestyle. Don't miss the chance to make this unparalleled property yours.

Listing Agents

  1. David O'Brien

    David O'Brien

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01832087

    davidobrien@compass.com

    P: (415)-342-1968

  2. Deirdre O'Brien

    Deirdre O'Brien

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    DRE #01990538

    d.obrien@compass.com

    P: (415)-948-3197

Property Details for 47 Main Drive

Architectural Style
Contemporary, Craftsman
Subdivision
Bay Side Acres
View Description
Bay, Mt Diablo
Cross Street
Point San Pedro Road
Total Parking Spaces
8

Open Houses

Saturday, Mar 28th2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Sunday, Mar 29th1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
LISTING UPDATED: 03/26/2026 12:08 AM

Property Details for 47 Main Drive

StatusActive
MLS #326024932
Days on Compass1
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1914
Lot Size0.80 AC / 34,651 SF
CountyMarin County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Compass, David O'Brien, DRE #01832087; Compass, Deirdre O'Brien, DRE #01990538
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Building Information for 47 Main Drive

Stories3Year Built1914Building Size-Lot Size0.80 AC / 34,651 SF

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Property Information for 47 Main Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/District: San Rafael
  • Area Short Display: A2300
  • Directions to Property: Point San Pedro Road to Main Drive
  • Accessibility Features: Accessible Elevator Installed
  • Area Long Display: San Rafael
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Association Fee: $0
  • APN: 186-101-03
Parking
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking Spaces: 0
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Media Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Square Footage: 4517.0
  • Square Footage Source: Graphic Artist
  • Year Built Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 34652.0
  • Lot Features: Garden, Landscape Misc, Private
  • Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Property and Assessments
  • Senior Community: No
  • Picture Count: 93
  • 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: Wood
Utilities
  • Sewer: Sewer Public
  • Water Source: Water District
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electric, Internet Available, Natural Gas Available, Sewer Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Gated, Level
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Stories: 3
  • Upper Level: Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s), Primary Bedroom
  • Lower Level: Family Room, Full Bath(s), Retreat, Street Entrance
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room
  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered Deck, Roof Deck, Uncovered Patio
  • Pool: Yes
  • Pool Features: In Ground, Cabana, Gas Heat, Pool Cover
  • Roof: Composition
  • Pool: Yes
Interior Features
  • Heating: Central, MultiZone
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Basement: None
  • Bath Features: Double Sinks, Marble, Skylight/Solar Tube, Tub w/Shower Over
  • Full Bathrooms: 5
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathrooms: 5.0
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Dining Room Features: Breakfast Nook, Formal Room
  • Family Room Features: Deck Attached
  • Living Room Features: Great Room
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Island w/Sink, Quartz Counter
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling, Elevator, Storage Area(s), Wet Bar
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Free Standing Refrigerator, Gas Cook Top, Hood Over Range
  • Laundry Features: Cabinets, Dryer Included, Inside Room, Washer Included
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • # of Rooms: 15
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office, Possible Guest
  • Spa: No
  • Window Features: Dual Pane Full
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 47 Main Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 26, 2026

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #326024932

$3,400,000
Jul 28, 2015

Sold

REBAREIS #21514934

$2,182,000
Jul 21, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #552828816

$2,182,000

+3.7% / yr

Jul 20, 2015

Pending

REBAREIS #21514934

Jun 17, 2015

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #21514934

$2,195,000
Oct 3, 2013

Price Change

RESFAR #21117056

$1,499,000
Dec 1, 2011

Withdrawn

RESFAR #21117056

Nov 9, 2011

Withdrawn

BAREIS #21117056

Nov 9, 2011

Temporarily Off Market

BAREIS #21117056

Jun 22, 2011

Price Change

RESFAR #21117056

$1,849,000
Jun 22, 2011

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #21117056

$1,499,000
Jun 22, 2011

Listed (Active)

BAREIS #21117056

$1,499,000
Apr 4, 2004

Price Change

RESFAR #5025340

$798,000
Oct 17, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #123096630

$1,425,000
Oct 17, 2003

Sold

RESFAR #20320536

$1,425,000
Oct 6, 2003

Pending

RESFAR #20320536

Aug 5, 2003

Price Change

RESFAR #20320536

$1,599,000
Aug 5, 2003

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #20320536

$1,475,000
Apr 30, 1999

Sold

RESFAR #9904880

$799,000
Mar 16, 1999

Pending

RESFAR #9904880

Mar 11, 1999

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #9904880

$799,000
May 15, 1997

Expired

RESFAR #5025340

Feb 15, 1997

Price Change

RESFAR #5025340

$829,000
Feb 15, 1997

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #5025340

$798,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/26/2026

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #326024932

$3,400,000
07/28/2015

Sold

REBAREIS #21514934

$2,182,000
07/21/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #552828816

$2,182,000

+3.7% / yr

07/20/2015

Pending

REBAREIS #21514934

06/17/2015

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #21514934

$2,195,000
10/03/2013

Price Change

RESFAR #21117056

$1,499,000
12/01/2011

Withdrawn

RESFAR #21117056

11/09/2011

Withdrawn

BAREIS #21117056

11/09/2011

Temporarily Off Market

BAREIS #21117056

06/22/2011

Price Change

RESFAR #21117056

$1,849,000
06/22/2011

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #21117056

$1,499,000
06/22/2011

Listed (Active)

BAREIS #21117056

$1,499,000
04/04/2004

Price Change

RESFAR #5025340

$798,000
10/17/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #123096630

$1,425,000
10/17/2003

Sold

RESFAR #20320536

$1,425,000
10/06/2003

Pending

RESFAR #20320536

08/05/2003

Price Change

RESFAR #20320536

$1,599,000
08/05/2003

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #20320536

$1,475,000
04/30/1999

Sold

RESFAR #9904880

$799,000
03/16/1999

Pending

RESFAR #9904880

03/11/1999

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #9904880

$799,000
05/15/1997

Expired

RESFAR #5025340

02/15/1997

Price Change

RESFAR #5025340

$829,000
02/15/1997

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #5025340

$798,000

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

Public Records for 47 Main Drive

Taxable ValueLand$1,302,147Additions$1,279,655Total$2,581,802
Tax Record2025$33,706 ($2,809 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt4,176 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,176 SqFtLot Size34,650 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1914Year Renovated1988CountyMARINAPN186-101-03Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 47 Main 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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47 Main Drive is a single family home for sale in San Rafael, CA 94901. This property was listed for sale on March 26, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $3,400,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on July 28, 2015. This listing's school districts are San Rafael City High School District, San Rafael City Elementary School District. Nearby schools include Glenwood Elementary School, James B. Davidson Middle School and Terra Linda High School. 47 Main Drive is a 4-bed, 5-bath, 4,517 sqft single family home built in 1914.

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Listing Courtesy of Compass, David O'Brien, DRE #01832087; Compass, Deirdre O'Brien, DRE #01990538

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