79 Billou St

San Rafael, CA 94901

$1,175,000
Price
3
Beds
1,881 Sq. Ft.
$625 / Sq. Ft.
1,881
Sq. Ft.
$625
per Sq. Ft.
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79 Billou St - Open living room with fireplace
Spacious Kitchen
Primary Bedroom with access to half bath.
Front of house and ADU. Plenty of parking.
Living room
Kitchen counter bar. Great for morning coffee.
Primary Bedroom
Half bath off primary. Room to expand and add a shower!
Middle room, great for office or bedroom
Full bath with claw foot tub.
Back bedroom with access to kitchen area.
Shared laundry on back deck
Spacious deck, great for entertaining or enjoying the sun.
Back yard has open space for a vegetable garden or create a play area.
Storage shed - garden supplies, workout space or possible office.
Entrance to legal 2nd unit. Converted garage.
Living space in ADU
Full bathroom in ADU
Sitting area or bedroom in ADU
ADU kitchen

Description

Located in San Rafael's highly desirable Bret Harte neighborhood, this updated single-level ranch home offers an ideal blend of Marin County lifestyle, flexible living space, and income potential. The property features a stylish 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath main residence with hardwood floors throughout, dual-pane windows, recessed lighting, granite countertops with a center island. A standout feature is the attached legal 1-bedroom, 1-bath ADU with a private entrance, full kitchen, and dedicated parking,...Located in San Rafael's highly desirable Bret Harte neighborhood, this updated single-level ranch home offers an ideal blend of Marin County lifestyle, flexible living space, and income potential. The property features a stylish 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath main residence with hardwood floors throughout, dual-pane windows, recessed lighting, granite countertops with a center island. A standout feature is the attached legal 1-bedroom, 1-bath ADU with a private entrance, full kitchen, and dedicated parking, offering an excellent opportunity for rental income, a home office set up, or visiting guests. The sun-filled property includes a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant yard with mature fruit trees, expansive outdoor entertaining spaces, and a detached structure with potential for a private workspace, gym, or creative studio. Enjoy the convenience of a peaceful residential setting just minutes from downtown San Rafael's vibrant restaurants, cafes, and shops, with quick access to Highway 101 for an easy commute to San Francisco. Combining modern functionality, outdoor living, and investment flexibility, this Bret Harte property delivers the lifestyle many buyers are seeking in Marin.
  1. Listed by John Zeiter Jr • DRE #01325942 • Brokerage DRE #02027353 • Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
  2. Listed by Chad Dagit • DRE #02047956 • Brokerage DRE #02027353 • Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty

Property Details for 79 Billou Street

Architectural Style
Ranch
Subdivision
Bret Hart
Cross Street
Bret Ave
Total Parking Spaces
0

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Property Details for 79 Billou Street

StatusActive
MLS #326052239
Days on Compass2
Taxes-
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1947
Lot Size0.14 AC / 5,998 SF
CountyMarin County
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Listing Courtesy of Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, John Zeiter Jr, DRE #01325942; Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, Chad Dagit, DRE #02047956
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Building Information for 79 Billou Street

Stories1Year Built1947Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 5,998 SF

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Property Information for 79 Billou Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area/District: San Rafael
  • Area Short Display: A2300
  • Directions to Property: Irwin St to Bret Ave to Billou St
  • Area Long Display: San Rafael
  • Property Faces: East
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association: No
  • Association Fee: $0
  • APN: 013-152-07
School Information
  • School District (County): Marin
Parking
  • Parking Features: No Garage, Uncovered Parking Space
  • Carport Spaces: 0
  • Garage Spaces: 0
  • Open Parking Spaces: 3
Virtual Tour
  • Virtual Media Count: 0
Property
Lot Information
  • Square Footage: 1881.0
  • 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: Curb(s)/Gutter(s), Low Maintenance
Property and Assessments
  • Security Features: Carbon Mon Detector, Smoke Detector
  • Senior Community: No
  • Picture Count: 47
  • 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: Vinyl Siding
Utilities
  • Sewer: Sewer Public
  • Water Source: Water Public
  • Utilities: Electric, Natural Gas Connected, Sewer Connected
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Paved Driveway
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced, Wood
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Stories: 1
  • Levels: 1 Story
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Family Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Partial Bath(s), Street Entrance
  • Patio And Porch Features: Uncovered Deck
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Pool: No
  • Roof: Composition
  • Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Heating: Fireplace Insert, Wall Furnace
  • Cooling: None
  • Basement: None
  • Bath Features: Low-Flow Shower(s), Low-Flow Toilet(s), Shower Stall(s), Tile, Tub
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathrooms: 3.0
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Living Room Features: Great Room
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Island, Stone Counter
  • Flooring: Simulated Wood, Tile
  • Fireplace Features: Brick, Living Room, Wood Stove
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Free Standing Electric Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Hood Over Range
  • Laundry Features: Dryer Included, Washer Included
  • # of Fireplaces: 1
  • # of Rooms: 0
  • Room Type: Converted Garage, Dining Room, In Law Apartment, Kitchen, Living Room
  • Spa: No
  • Window Features: Dual Pane Full
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • # of Units: 0
Multi-Family Additional Information
  • 2nd Unit Bedrooms: 1
  • 2nd Unit Approx SqFt: 0.0
  • 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: $.00
  • 2nd Unit Type: 2nd Unit Attached
Unit 2
  • ADU/2nd Unit: Yes

Property History for 79 Billou Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 17, 2026

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #326052239

$1,175,000—
Jun 16, 2023

Withdrawn

REBAREIS #323005743

$1,339,100—
Feb 2, 2023

Temporarily Off Market

RESFAR #323005743

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/17/2026

Listed (Active)

REBAREIS #326052239

$1,175,000
06/16/2023

Withdrawn

REBAREIS #323005743

$1,339,100
02/02/2023

Temporarily Off Market

RESFAR #323005743

—

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

Public Records for 79 Billou Street

Taxable ValueLand$38,493Additions$87,157Total$125,650
Tax Record2025$4,433 ($369 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,881 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,881 SqFtLot Size6,000 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1947Year Renovated1990CountyMARINAPN013-152-07Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 79 Billou Street

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 79 Billou Street, San Rafael, CA 94901

79 Billou Street is a single family home for sale in San Rafael, CA 94901. This property was listed for sale on June 17, 2026 by Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $1,175,000. This listing's school districts are San Rafael City Elementary School District, San Rafael City High School District. Nearby schools include Coleman Elementary School, Laurel Dell Elementary School and James B. Davidson Middle School. 79 Billou Street is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 1,881 sqft single family home built in 1947.

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Listing Courtesy of Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, John Zeiter Jr, DRE #01325942; Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty, Chad Dagit, DRE #02047956

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