
157 Irwin St San Rafael, CA 94901
Picnic Valley NeighborhoodHighlights
- Adjacent to Greenbelt
- Wood Flooring
- Great Room
- Terra Linda High School Rated A-
- Park or Greenbelt View
- Walk-In Pantry
About This Home
As of April 2025Charming Ranch-Style Home in Sought-After Bret Harte Neighborhood. Tucked at the top of Irwin Street, this 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom ranch-style home offers a serene, park-like setting in the highly desirable Bret Harte neighborhood. With original hardwood floors throughout, the spacious living room features a cozy wood-burning fireplace and French doors that lead to the large, private backyard. The updated kitchen boasts a farmhouse sink, modern cabinets, black appliances, and a bar counter, seamlessly opening to the living area. The primary suite includes an en-suite bathroom, while two additional bedrooms provide ample space for family or a home office. Outside, enjoy the flat backyard with a patio, lush lawn, and a wooded hillside perfect for privacy and entertainment. The front yard is level with natural greenery across the street. Just a stone throw from Bret Harte Park, this home offers easy access to San Rafael, Highways 101 and 580, and a short drive to the Larkspur Ferry and SMART train. This home is a fantastic opportunity to make personal updates in a prime locationwhere convenience and charm meet!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,865
Year Built
- Built in 1964
Lot Details
- 7,449 Sq Ft Lot
- Adjacent to Greenbelt
- Wood Fence
- Chain Link Fence
- Landscaped
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Front Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Concrete Foundation
- Composition Roof
- Wood Siding
- Stucco
Interior Spaces
- 1,212 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Great Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Park or Greenbelt Views
Kitchen
- Walk-In Pantry
- Free-Standing Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Laminate Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Low Flow Toliet
- Bathtub with Shower
- Low Flow Shower
Laundry
- Laundry in Garage
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Central Heating
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Natural Gas Connected
- Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 013-291-10
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Property History
Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
---|---|---|---|---|
04/10/2025 04/10/25 | Sold | $1,115,000 | +1.8% | $920 / Sq Ft |
04/04/2025 04/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
03/05/2025 03/05/25 | For Sale | $1,095,000 | -- | $903 / Sq Ft |
Tax History
Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
---|---|---|---|---|
2024 | $12,865 | $898,731 | $558,203 | $340,528 |
2023 | $12,637 | $881,111 | $547,259 | $333,852 |
2022 | $11,951 | $863,841 | $536,532 | $327,309 |
2021 | $11,762 | $846,906 | $526,014 | $320,892 |
2020 | $11,641 | $838,221 | $520,620 | $317,601 |
2019 | $11,206 | $821,793 | $510,416 | $311,377 |
2018 | $11,094 | $805,685 | $500,412 | $305,273 |
2017 | $10,674 | $789,892 | $490,603 | $299,289 |
2016 | $10,085 | $754,308 | $465,869 | $288,439 |
2015 | $9,142 | $698,435 | $431,361 | $267,074 |
2014 | -- | $652,744 | $403,142 | $249,602 |
Mortgage History
Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
---|---|---|---|
Open | $1,138,972 | VA | |
Previous Owner | $160,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $405,000 | New Conventional | |
Previous Owner | $468,500 | Unknown | |
Previous Owner | $65,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
Previous Owner | $470,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Deed History
Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
---|---|---|---|
Grant Deed | $1,115,000 | Fidelity National Title Compan | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company | |
Grant Deed | $665,000 | Old Republic Title Company | |
Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
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Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)
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