Sold281d on marketHistoric · 87 yrs
169 Terrace Avenue
San Rafael, CA, 94901 • West End • Marin County
$710,000
$864/sqft
1Beds
1Baths
822Sqft
0.14 acLot
1939Built
Property DNA
Hills Views
Hills
Bungalow Style
Built 1939 · 87 years of history
1 Fireplace
Living Room
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
27 views
People checking out this listing
281 days on market
Established listing
$864/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1939 · Historic
Step into the storybook charm of 169 Terrace, a delightful 1 bed, 1 bath bungalow nestled in the coveted West End of San Rafael! This cozy retreat marries vintage flair with modern touches, creating the perfect escape from the everyday hustle. Imagine walking into a light-filled living room with soaring cathedral ceilings and big picture windows framing peaceful hill views. Cozy up by the fireplace or let your inner chef shine in the updated kitchen, complete with stainless steel appliances and ample storage. The spacious bedroom feels like a tranquil hideaway, basking in sunlight and featuring a refreshed en-suite bathroom. Need a little more space to get creative? The extra room under the house, with its own entrance, is a perfect spot for a home office, studio, or secret hideout! Outside, the sunny yard invites you to relax, with room for al fresco dinners, gardening, or just letting your furry friends roam. Located minutes from parks, schools, and vibrant local dining, this charming home is your gateway to all the best of Marin and with easy access to Miracle Mile, downtown San Anselmo and the West End of downtown San Rafael is just a skip away!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights refreshed en-suite bathroom, sunny yard, and peaceful hill views as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$4,408/month
Principal & Interest$3,462
Property Tax$710
Insurance$237
Down payment20% ($142,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.15% rate · 30yr fixed · $568,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1939
HeatingCentral
CoolingCentral Air
ParkingOpen Parking
Lot5,998 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleBungalow
Year built1939
Stories2
Systems
HeatingCentral
CoolingCentral Air
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingNo Garage, See Remarks, Shared Driveway
Fireplaces1
Lot5,998 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodWest End
Annual tax$12,023
Parcel01201626
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
10 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Cathedral Ceiling(s)
Appliances
Dishwasher
Free-Standing Gas Range
Free-Standing Refrigerator
Microwave
Heating
Central
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
In Basement
Fireplace
Living Room
Exterior Features
Parking
No Garage
See Remarks
Shared Driveway
Lot Features
Landscaped
Low Maintenance
Views
Hills
Utilities
Cable Available
Internet Available
Natural Gas Available
Public
Sewer Connected
Room details
4 rooms detailed
Bedroom
MainBathroom
MainKitchen
MainLiving Room
MainCathedral/VaultedDeck AttachedView
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market281
Est. value$729,600
Est. rent$3,109/mo
Tax rate1.13%
Price/sqft$864
On marketOct 18, 2024
PostedFeb 20, 2025
Last sold$710,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedJul 3, 2025
Tour days6
Views27
How are the schools in San Rafael?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
San Rafael, CA, 94901
Price history
24 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jun 30, 2025Sold$710,000$864BAREIS
Jun 5, 2025Contingent$765,000$931BAREIS
Jun 4, 2025Listed For Sale$765,000$931BAREIS
Jun 2, 2025Contingent$765,000$931BAREIS
May 23, 2025Price Change$765,000$931BAREIS
May 16, 2025Price Change$775,000$943BAREIS
May 5, 2025Price Change$785,000$955BAREIS
Apr 16, 2025Price Change$795,000$967BAREIS
Feb 20, 2025Listed For Sale$835,000$1,016BAREIS
Nov 15, 2024Listing Removed$835,000$1,016BAREIS
Oct 18, 2024Listed For Sale$850,000$1,034BAREIS
Nov 4, 2020Sold$757,000$921BAREIS
Jul 13, 2011Sold$280,000$341Public Record
Apr 1, 2011Sold$380,160$462Public Record
Mar 6, 2011Price Change$399,000$485NRT California
Feb 11, 2011Price Change$415,000$505NRT California
Dec 16, 2010Price Change$445,000$541NRT California
Nov 17, 2010Price Change$576,000$701NRT California
Nov 6, 2010Price Change$445,000$541NRT California
Apr 30, 2010Price Change$495,000$602NRT California
Mar 30, 2010Listed For Sale$515,000$627NRT California
Jan 16, 2010Listing Removed$515,000$627Coldwell Banker-Petaluma
Nov 25, 2009Listed For Sale$515,000$627NRT California
Aug 2, 2007Sold$610,000$742Public Record
Sold$710,000
Jun 30, 2025•$864/sqft•BAREIS
Contingent$765,000
Jun 5, 2025•$931/sqft•BAREIS
Listed For Sale$765,000
Jun 4, 2025•$931/sqft•BAREIS
Contingent$765,000
Jun 2, 2025•$931/sqft•BAREIS
Price Change$765,000
May 23, 2025•$931/sqft•BAREIS
Price Change$775,000
May 16, 2025•$943/sqft•BAREIS
Price Change$785,000
May 5, 2025•$955/sqft•BAREIS
Price Change$795,000
Apr 16, 2025•$967/sqft•BAREIS
Listed For Sale$835,000
Feb 20, 2025•$1,016/sqft•BAREIS
Listing Removed$835,000
Nov 15, 2024•$1,016/sqft•BAREIS
Listed For Sale$850,000
Oct 18, 2024•$1,034/sqft•BAREIS
Sold$757,000
Nov 4, 2020•$921/sqft•BAREIS
Sold$280,000
Jul 13, 2011•$341/sqft•Public Record
Sold$380,160
Apr 1, 2011•$462/sqft•Public Record
Price Change$399,000
Mar 6, 2011•$485/sqft•NRT California
Price Change$415,000
Feb 11, 2011•$505/sqft•NRT California
Price Change$445,000
Dec 16, 2010•$541/sqft•NRT California
Price Change$576,000
Nov 17, 2010•$701/sqft•NRT California
Price Change$445,000
Nov 6, 2010•$541/sqft•NRT California
Price Change$495,000
Apr 30, 2010•$602/sqft•NRT California
Listed For Sale$515,000
Mar 30, 2010•$627/sqft•NRT California
Listing Removed$515,000
Jan 16, 2010•$627/sqft•Coldwell Banker-Petaluma
Listed For Sale$515,000
Nov 25, 2009•$627/sqft•NRT California
Sold$610,000
Aug 2, 2007•$742/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 8, 2025$12,023$816,144
Apr 8, 2024$11,635$800,144
Apr 8, 2023$11,419$784,461
Apr 8, 2022$10,807$769,080
Apr 8, 2021$10,637$754,000
Apr 8, 2020$5,423$319,848
Apr 8, 2019$5,235$313,579
Apr 8, 2018$5,177$307,432
Apr 8, 2017$5,002$301,405
Apr 8, 2016$4,818$295,496
Apr 8, 2015$4,609$291,059
Apr 8, 2014$4,398$285,359
Apr 8, 2013—$284,070
Apr 8, 2012—$278,500
Apr 8, 2011—$475,000
Apr 8, 2010—$475,000
Apr 8, 2009—$500,000
Apr 8, 2008—$610,000
Apr 8, 2007—$62,685
Apr 8, 2006—$61,455
Apr 8, 2005—$60,251
Apr 8, 2004—$59,070
Apr 8, 2003—$57,988
Apr 8, 2002—$56,851
Apr 8, 2001—$55,736
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
San Rafael, CA • Marin County
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
9490194903949129491394914949159496494974
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