Last Sold Price
3 beds2,107 sqft$625/sqft
78 Rafael Dr, San Rafael, CA 94901

Description

Stunning remodeled 3Bd/2.5 Dominican charmer located in a magical oasis. Courtyard Entry, Hardwood Floors, Soaring Ceiling & Designer Detailing throughout. Gracious living room w/picture window, fireplace surrounded by bookshelves. Great Room-remodeled Chef's Kitchen, Dining Alcove & Family Room opening out to private patio, level yard, hot tub & fabulous garden retreat. Man Cave.'' So close to everything, yet feel so far away!Stunning remodeled 3Bd/2.5 Dominican charmer located in a magical oasis. Courtyard Entry, Hardwood Floors, Soaring Ceiling & Designer Detailing throughout. Gracious living room w/picture window, fireplace surrounded by bookshelves. Great Room-remodeled Chef's Kitchen, Dining Alcove & Family Room opening out to private patio, level yard, hot tub & fabulous garden retreat. Man Cave.'' So close to everything, yet feel so far away!
LISTING CLOSED: 11/08/2016 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Lindy M Emrich • DRE #00511105 • Brokerage DRE #02027353 • Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 78 Rafael Drive

Status
MLS #
21622420
Days on Compass
20
Taxes
-
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1955
Lot Size
0.15 AC / 6,468 SF
Architectural Style
Craftsman, Traditional
View Description
Orchard, Park
Cross Street
Jewel
Total Parking Spaces
0

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,320,000

Avg days on market

37

Sale-to-list ratio

95.4%

San Rafael, CA

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Square Feet
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Square Feet
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Square Feet
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Sold 11/17/25

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Square Feet
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Bedrooms
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Bathrooms
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Square Feet
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Acres

Location

Listing Courtesy of Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, Lindy M Emrich, DRE #00511105

Sold By Bay Area Modern Real Estate, Anastasia Sheldon, DRE #01524979

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Building Information for 78 Rafael Drive

Stories-Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,468 SF

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Property Information for 78 Rafael Drive

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/District: San Rafael
  • Area Short Display: A2300
  • Directions to Property: Central SR exit. Rt-2nd St, Lft-Grand, Lft-Jewell, Lft-Rafael.
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Association Fee: $0
  • APN: 015-193-28
  • City Transfer Tax Rate: .00%
  • County Transfer Tax Rate: .00%
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Open Parking Spaces: 2
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  • Virtual Media Count: 1
Property
Lot Information
  • Square Footage: 2107.0
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Year Built Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
  • Lot Size Square Feet: 6469.0
  • Lot Features: Auto Sprinkler F&R, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Landscape Misc, Private
Property and Assessments
  • Senior Community: No
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Picture Count: 18
  • Property Disclaimer: Information has not been verified, is not guaranteed, and is subject to change. Copyright © 2021 Bay Area Real Estate Information Services, Inc. All rights reserved. Copyright 2021 Rapattoni Corporation. All rights reserved.
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Stucco, Wood
Utilities
  • Sewer: Sewer Public
  • Water Source: Water Public
  • Utilities: All Public, PG&E
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Paved Driveway
  • Fencing: Full
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Stories: 0
  • Levels: Multi/Split
  • Upper Level: Bath(s), Bedroom(s), Master Bedroom
  • Lower Level: Garage, Retreat
  • Main Level: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Street Entrance
  • Exterior Features: Entry Gate
  • Patio And Porch Features: Enclosed Patio, Patio(s)
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Pool: No
  • Pool Features: Electric
  • Roof: Composition
  • Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Heating: Central
  • Bath Features: Shower Stall(s), Tub, Tub w/Shower Over, Remodeled
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 3.0
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Dining Room Features: Dining/Family Combo
  • Family Room Features: Great Room, Open Beam Ceiling, Cathedral/Vaulted
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Room, Remodeled, Slab Counter
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room, Gas Starter, Living Room
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Interior Features: Formal Entry, Open Beam Ceiling
  • Appliances: Built-In Refrigerator, Disposal, Microwave, Cooktop Stove, Gas Range
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Inside Room, Washer Included
  • # of Fireplaces: 2
  • # of Rooms: 9
  • Room Type: Wine Cellar
  • Spa: Yes
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • # of Units: 0
Multi-Family Additional Information
  • 2nd Unit Approx SqFt: 0.0
  • 2nd Unit Rents for: $.00

Property History for 78 Rafael Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 8, 2016

Sold

REBAREIS #21622420

$1,317,000
Nov 1, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #582666504

$1,317,000

+1.9% / yr

Oct 17, 2016

Pending

REBAREIS #21622420

DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/08/2016

Sold

REBAREIS #21622420

$1,317,000
11/01/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #582666504

$1,317,000

+1.9% / yr

10/17/2016

Pending

REBAREIS #21622420

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

Public Records for 78 Rafael Drive

Taxable ValueLand$1,006,204Additions$552,820Total$1,559,024
Tax Record2025$20,855 ($1,738 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,107 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,107 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,468 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955Year Renovated1980CountyMARINAPN015-193-28

Schools near 78 Rafael 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
Coleman 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: 78 Rafael Drive, San Rafael, CA 94901
$1,317,000
3
2,107
6,468
$1,248,888
4
2,336
4,800
$1,375,000
2
1,397
5,200
4
1.5
1,820
4,800
2
1
1,348
4,800
$1,260,000
4
2,498
8,341

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Listing Courtesy of Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, Lindy M Emrich, DRE #00511105

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