This versatile San Rafael property offers 1,813 sq ft of living space across two self-contained levels with separate entries. The lower unit features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, a comfortable living area, dining space, kitchen, and direct access to the backyard. The upper unit includes 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and a loft with skylights, creating flexible space for an office, studio, or guest area. With each level functioning independently, the home provides options to live in one unit while renting the other, accommodate extended living, or use both as income-producing rentals. Outdoor highlights include a fenced yard with raised garden beds, a stone patio for gatherings, and mature greenery for privacy. Located just blocks from downtown San Rafael's vibrant shops, dining, parks, and transit, this property blends charm, convenience, and strong investment potential in a sought-after location.
For sale
$799,000
9 Frances Street, San Rafael, CA 94901
3beds
1,813sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1907
4,251.46 Square Feet Lot
$794,200 Zestimate®
$441/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fenced yardLower unitMature greenery for privacyRaised garden bedsUpper unitStone patio for gatherings
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 26, 2025 at 08:58am
Listed by:
Faber Real Estate Team DRE #01913767,
Compass 415-380-6100
Source: BAREIS,MLS#: 325075396
Originating MLS: Marin County

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Bedroom
- Level: Main,Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Main,Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Level: Main,Upper
Living room
- Level: Main,Upper
Heating
- Ductless, Electric, Radiant, Wall Furnace
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Ground Floor, Inside Room
Features
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning Stove
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,813
- Total interior livable area: 1,813 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+
- Uncovered spaces: 3
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 4,251.46 Square Feet
- Features: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 01215107
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1907
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: San Rafael
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $441/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $591,153
- Date on market: 8/22/2025
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