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  • $1,695,000

    50 Balboa Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901

    4beds
    2,809sqft
    : 
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1957
    10,001.38 Square Feet Lot
    $1,767,600 Zestimate®
    $603/sqft
    $13/mo HOA

    What's special

    Custom kitchenPrivate sanctuaryCorner lotSpacious sun-drenched deckMature gardens
    Situated on a prime corner lot in San Rafael's desirable Villa Real neighborhood, 50 Balboa Ave offers a rare blend of peaceful retreat and everyday convenience. With lush mature gardens that wind through the property and bursts of tropical color from Birds of Paradise, this home feels like your own private sanctuary yet it's just minutes from town, shopping, and the waterfront. Inside, the home exudes warmth and flexibility, with 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and a living unit downstairs perfect for extended family, guests, or rental potential. The heart of the home is a custom kitchen with an eat-in dining area that opens to a spacious, sun-drenched deck ideal for morning coffee, weekend brunches, or golden hour gatherings. Every space is thoughtfully connected, inviting easy indoor-outdoor living year-round. Whether heading to nearby Andy's Market, the yacht clubs, or exploring China Camp and McNears Beach, life here is all about balance nature and community, calm and connection. This is more than a home. It's a Marin lifestyle laid-back, well-rooted, and effortlessly inviting.
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    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: August 01, 2025 at 08:26am

    Listed by:

    The Marks Realty Group DRE #01447489 415-307-0505,

    Compass 415-805-2900

    Source: BAREIS,MLS#: 325066516MLS LogoOriginating MLS: Marin County
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 4
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Rooms
    • Room types: Dining Room, Family Room, Guest Quarters, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Storage, Wine Cellar
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Closet, Ground Floor
    Bedroom
    • Level: Main
    Primary bathroom
    • Features: Shower Stall(s), Tile, Window
    Bathroom
    • Features: Closet, Tile, Tub, Tub w/Shower Over, Window
    • Level: Main
    Dining room
    • Level: Main
    Family room
    • Features: Deck Attached, Great Room
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Features: Breakfast Area, Breakfast Room, Butcher Block Counters, Kitchen Island, Tile Counters, Wood Counter
    • Level: Main
    Living room
    • Features: Great Room
    • Level: Main
    Heating
    • Central, Fireplace(s), Gas, Natural Gas
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan(s), None
    Appliances
    • Included: Built-In Electric Oven, Built-In Electric Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Electric Cooktop, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Tankless Water Heater, Other, Dryer, Washer
    • Laundry: Electric, In Kitchen, Inside Area, Laundry Closet, Upper Level
    Features
    • Formal Entry, Storage, In-Law Floorplan
    • Flooring: Carpet, Wood
    • Windows: Dual Pane Partial
    • Basement: Partial
    • Number of fireplaces: 2
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 2,809
    • Total interior livable area: 2,809 sqft
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    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 4
    • Parking features: Enclosed, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Inside Entrance, Side By Side, Workshop in Garage, Paved
    • Garage spaces: 2
    • Uncovered spaces: 2
    Features
    • Levels: Two
    • Stories: 2
    • Patio & porch: Patio, Front Porch, Deck
    • Fencing: Back Yard,Wood
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Bay, Hills, Mountain(s), Mt Diablo, Ridge, Water
    • Has water view: Yes
    • Water view: Bay,Water
    Lot
    • Size: 10,001.38 Square Feet
    • Features: Auto Sprinkler F&R, Corner Lot, Garden, Landscaped, Landscape Front, Landscape Misc
    Details
    • Parcel number: 01613306
    • Special conditions: Standard

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Mid-Century,Ranch
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Block, Ceiling Insulation, Concrete, Partial Insulation, Redwood Siding, Stucco, Wood, Wood Siding
    • Foundation: Combination, Concrete, Slab
    • Roof: Shingle
    Condition
    • Year built: 1957

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: 220 Volts, 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in Laundry
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public, Water District
    • Utilities for property: Cable Available, Cable Connected, DSL Available, Electricity Connected, Internet Available, Natural Gas Available, Natural Gas Connected, Public
    Green energy
    • Energy efficient items: Appliances, Insulation, Thermostat, Water Heater

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Security: Double Strapped Water Heater
    • Subdivision: Villa Real
    HOA
    • Has HOA: Yes
    • Amenities included: None
    • Services included: Other
    • HOA fee: $150 annually
    • HOA name: Villa Real Property Association
    • HOA phone: 415-488-7258
    Location
    • Region: San Rafael

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $603/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $239,581
    • Annual tax amount: $4,507
    • Date on market: 7/30/2025
    • Electric utility on property: Yes
    • Road surface type: Paved
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