$995,000
OPEN SUN 1PM - 4PM

20 Knoll Rd San Rafael, CA 94901

Gerstle Park Neighborhood

Estimated payment $6,065/month

Total Views 4,984
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,492 Sq Ft
$667 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Bay View
  • Private Lot
  • Main Floor Primary Bedroom
  • Sun Valley Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Window or Skylight in Bathroom

About This Home

Perched in San Rafael's desirable Gerstle Park, this timeless home offers a wealth of opportunity. Cherished by its long-time owner, it stands ready for its next chapterideal for a first-time buyer eager to shape it or an investor seeking value in a prime location. The main level welcomes with abundant light, showcasing original hardwood floors and dual-pane windows. The open living and dining area, centered around a wood-burning fireplace, provides a cozy yet versatile space for gatherings or quiet evenings. Adjacent, the eat-in kitchen offers a comfortable spot for daily meals, while two well-lit bedrooms and a full bath complete a practical layout. Downstairs, the garage and additional bedroom adapt effortlesslyperfect as a guest suite, home office, or family retreat. An accessible crawl space simplifies updates. Spanning 6,825 sq. ft., the street-to-street lot features a generous yard with gentle elevation, offering bay views, a level entertaining area, and a lower garden beneath a stately oak, ready for your vision. This home is a rare finda foundation for something truly special. Bring your ideas and make it yours.

Listing Agent

Nick McNaboe

Compass License #02106027

Compass

Open House Schedule

  • Sunday, April 27, 2025
    1:00 to 4:00 pm
    4/27/2025 1:00:00 PM +00:00
    4/27/2025 4:00:00 PM +00:00
    Tour this 3 bedroom 1 Bath cottage perched above Gerstle Park on a street to street lot. Priced to sell this weekend and prime for updates. Structurally sound with Hardwood floors make an easy canvas to improve quickly. Instant equity awaits any buyer looking to add value. Enjoy a view of the bay and options to add a bathroom. Professional Estimates and Inspections available upon request.
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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,269

Year Built

  • Built in 1949

Lot Details

  • 6,825 Sq Ft Lot
  • West Facing Home
  • Back Yard Fenced
  • Landscaped
  • Private Lot
  • Garden
  • Property is zoned R5

Parking

  • 1 Car Direct Access Garage
  • Front Facing Garage

Property Views

  • Bay
  • Downtown

Home Design

  • Split Level Home
  • Concrete Foundation
  • Slab Foundation
  • Composition Roof
  • Wood Siding
  • Stucco

Interior Spaces

  • 1,492 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Fireplace
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Home Office
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Area or Nook
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Free-Standing Gas Oven
  • Free-Standing Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Tile Countertops

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom on Main
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Tile Bathroom Countertop
  • Bathtub
  • Separate Shower
  • Window or Skylight in Bathroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed
  • Front Porch

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Central Heating
  • Natural Gas Connected
  • Gas Water Heater

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 012-163-02

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,269

Year Built

Built in 1949

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Subtype Description: Attached
  • Directions To Property: Central San Rafael to 3rd St, Left on D Street, Right on Bayview St., Left on Clark St, Right on Clorinda Ave, Right onto Reservoir Rd, Left on Knoll.
  • Lot Size Acres: 0.1567
  • Stories: 2
  • Levels: Multi/Split, Two
  • Property Faces: West
  • Special Features: OpenHouse

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Free Standing Gas Oven, Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Gas Plumbed, Gas Water Heater, Hood Over Range
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Dining Room Features: Dining/Living Combo
  • Living Room Features: View
  • Flooring: Wood
  • Square Footage: 1492.00
  • Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s), Tile, Tub, Window
  • Bathrooms: 1
  • Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Pantry Closet, Tile Counter
  • Room Type: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office
  • Lower Level: Bedroom(s), Garage, Street Entrance
  • Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Primary Bedroom, Street Entrance

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Stucco, Wood, Wood Siding
  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
  • Lot Features: Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Private, Shape Regular, Other
  • Property Condition: Original
  • Roof: Composition
  • ExteriorFeatures: Fireplace
  • Fencing: Back Yard
  • OtherStructures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Uncovered Patio
  • View: Bay, City, Downtown

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Facing Front, Interior Access
  • Total Parking Spaces: 2.00
  • Garage Spaces: 1.00
  • Driveway/Sidewalks: Paved Driveway

Utilities

  • Cooling: None
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Electric, Natural Gas Connected, Public
  • Water Source: Public
  • Heating: Central
  • Laundry Features: Cabinets, Dryer Included, Inside Room, Sink, Washer Included

Schools

  • School District: Marin
  • Middle/Junior School District: San Rafael City Schools

Lot Info

  • Assessor Parcel Number: 012-163-02
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6825.00

Building Info

  • Year Built: 1949

MLS Schools

  • Senior High School District: San Rafael City Schools
  • School District (County): Marin

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Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

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 $6,269 $406,990 $273,936 $133,054
2023 $6,113 $399,011 $268,565 $130,446
2022 $5,808 $391,187 $263,299 $127,888
2021 $5,724 $383,517 $258,137 $125,380
2020 $5,700 $379,586 $255,491 $124,095
2019 $5,464 $372,145 $250,482 $121,663
2018 $5,422 $364,849 $245,572 $119,277
2017 $5,239 $357,697 $240,758 $116,939
2016 $5,055 $350,685 $236,038 $114,647
2015 $4,836 $345,417 $232,492 $112,925
2014 $4,620 $338,652 $227,939 $110,713
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/08/2025 04/08/25 Price Changed $995,000 -7.0% $667 / Sq Ft
03/17/2025 03/17/25 For Sale $1,070,000 -- $717 / Sq Ft
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

Deed History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- First American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Grant Deed $260,000 Fidelity National Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $1,837,500 New Conventional
Closed $938,250 Reverse Mortgage Home Equity Conversion Mortgage
Closed $200,880 New Conventional
Closed $208,000 Credit Line Revolving
Closed $100,000 Unknown
Closed $200,000 Unknown
Closed $208,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

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Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

MLS Number: 325019592

Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)

APN: 012-163-02

California Marin County San Rafael 94901 Gerstle Park

20 Knoll Rd, San Rafael, CA

Homes for Sale in San Rafael, CA

This home is located at 20 Knoll Rd, San Rafael, CA 94901 and is currently priced at $995,000, approximately $666 per square foot. This property was built in 1949. 20 Knoll Rd is a home located in Marin County with nearby schools including Sun Valley Elementary School, James B. Davidson Middle School, and San Rafael High School.

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Listing Agent
Nick McNaboe
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Compass
(415) 246-4346