$1,579,000
Price
3
Beds
1,754 Sq. Ft.
$900 / Sq. Ft.
1,754
Sq. Ft.
$900
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 509 C St, a piece of SF in Marin. This remodeled 3+ bedroom home built in 1900 lies in the heart of Gerstle Park. Single-level living with a flexible floorplan, it blends classic architectural charm & period details with thoughtful modern updates. The living room features picture windows, inviting natural light & views of the front porch. The first bedroom or family room includes a built-in office nook. The updated kitchen marries timeless design with everyday functionality & flows seamlessly...Welcome to 509 C St, a piece of SF in Marin. This remodeled 3+ bedroom home built in 1900 lies in the heart of Gerstle Park. Single-level living with a flexible floorplan, it blends classic architectural charm & period details with thoughtful modern updates. The living room features picture windows, inviting natural light & views of the front porch. The first bedroom or family room includes a built-in office nook. The updated kitchen marries timeless design with everyday functionality & flows seamlessly into the dining room & out to 1 of 2 decks, ideal for outdoor dining. Next is a full bathroom & versatile extra room which could be an office or guest room. The primary suite features backyard access, ample closet space & a spa-inspired en-suite bath with double vanity & walk-in shower. A large lower level provides additional flexible space--perfect for a home gym, play area, or wine storage. The garage includes laundry, generous storage & a full bathroom with shower. Outdoors, enjoy the sun-filled, landscaped backyard with a level lawn, mature plantings & spacious wood deck, ideal for al fresco entertaining or quiet evenings under the stars. Featured on HGTV's Curb Appeal. With a 92 Walk Score, it's moments from downtown San Rafael's vibrant restaurants, shops & farmers market.
  1. Listed by Allison Fortini Crawford • DRE #01353131 • Brokerage DRE #00899496 • Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 509 C Street

Cross Street
Taylor
Total Parking Spaces
4
LISTING UPDATED: 12/17/2025 05:25 PM

Property Details for 509 C Street

StatusActive
MLS #325092439
Days on Compass64
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1900
Lot Size0.14 AC / 5,998 SF
CountyMarin County

Location

Listing Courtesy of Sotheby's International Realty, Allison Fortini Crawford, DRE #01353131
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Building Information for 509 C Street

Stories1Year Built1900Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 5,998 SF

Payment Calculator

$9,714 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,802

Property Taxes

$1,912

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 509 C Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/District: San Rafael
  • Area Short Display: A2300
  • Directions to Property: D Street to Taylor then take a left onto C Street.
  • Area Long Display: San Rafael
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Association Fee: $0
  • APN: 012-153-07
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, Garage Facing Front, Interior Access, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking Spaces: 0
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Media Count: 3
Property
Lot Information
  • Square Footage: 1754.0
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Year Built Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 5998.0
  • Lot Features: Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Shape Regular
Property and Assessments
  • Security Features: Carbon Mon Detector, Video System
  • Senior Community: No
  • Picture Count: 32
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Utilities
  • Sewer: Sewer Public
  • Water Source: Water Public
  • Utilities: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Paved Driveway, Paved Sidewalk
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Wood
  • Stories: 1
  • Levels: 1 Story
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
  • Pool: No
  • Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Heating: Central
  • Cooling: Central
  • Bath Features: Tub w/Shower Over
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 0
  • Bathrooms: 3.0
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
  • Fireplace: No
  • Appliances: Free Standing Gas Oven, Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Microwave
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, In Garage, Washer Included
  • # of Fireplaces: 0
  • # of Rooms: 0
  • Room Type: Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bathroom, Primary Bedroom, Office
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 509 C Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 22, 2025

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #325092439

$1,579,000
Aug 6, 2021

Sold

REBAREIS #321075662

$1,610,000
Aug 2, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1468420836

$1,610,000

+6.2% / yr

Jul 8, 2021

Pending

REBAREIS #321075662

Jul 2, 2021

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #321075662

$1,495,000
Sep 3, 2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #275825523

$790,000

-0.3% / yr

Aug 10, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #162607465

$800,000
Aug 10, 2005

Sold

RESFAR #20517243

$800,000
Aug 2, 2005

Pending

RESFAR #20517243

Jun 9, 2005

Price Change

RESFAR #20517243

$799,000
Jun 9, 2005

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #20517243

$749,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/22/2025

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #325092439

$1,579,000
08/06/2021

Sold

REBAREIS #321075662

$1,610,000
08/02/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1468420836

$1,610,000

+6.2% / yr

07/08/2021

Pending

REBAREIS #321075662

07/02/2021

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #321075662

$1,495,000
09/03/2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #275825523

$790,000

-0.3% / yr

08/10/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #162607465

$800,000
08/10/2005

Sold

RESFAR #20517243

$800,000
08/02/2005

Pending

RESFAR #20517243

06/09/2005

Price Change

RESFAR #20517243

$799,000
06/09/2005

Listed (Active)

RESFAR #20517243

$749,000

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

Public Records for 509 C Street

Taxable ValueLand$1,061,200Additions$641,495Total$1,702,695
Tax Record2025$22,950 ($1,912 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,754 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,754 SqFtLot Size6,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900Year Renovated1995CountyMARINAPN012-153-07

Schools near 509 C Street

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
Laurel Dell 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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509 C Street is a single family home for sale in San Rafael, CA 94901. This property was listed for sale on October 22, 2025 by Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $1,579,000. It has been on the market for a total of 64 days and was last sold on August 6, 2021. This listing's school districts are San Rafael City High School District, San Rafael City Elementary School District. Nearby schools include Laurel Dell Elementary School, James B. Davidson Middle School and Terra Linda High School. 509 C Street is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 1,754 sqft single family home built in 1900.

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