Rare opportunity to own two homes on one lot in a convenient and versatile setting. The main residence features 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms with comfortable living spaces, while the detached ADU offers its own kitchen and bathroom, ideal for guests, extended family, rental income, or a private home office setup. Whether you're looking for multi-generational living, an investment opportunity, or added flexibility, 38 Bret Avenue offers a unique layout with endless potential. Enjoy the ability to live in one home and rent the other, host long-term guests with ease, or create the perfect work-from-home retreat. A special property with options that are hard to find.
Active
$1,275,000
38 Bret Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901
3beds
2,244sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
6,499 Square Feet Lot
$1,276,000 Zestimate®
$568/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Comfortable living spaces
- 15 days |
- 1,205 |
- 63 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Alexandra Bondanza DRE #02137227 415-446-8292,
Golden Gate Sotheby's Internat 415-456-1200,
Joe Bondanza DRE #00910574 415-246-5549,
Golden Gate Sotheby's Internat
Source: BAREIS,MLS#: 326045515
Originating MLS: Marin County
Originating MLS: Marin CountyTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Rooms
- Room types: Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Possible Guest
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ground Floor
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shower Stall(s)
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Stall(s), Tub w/Shower Over
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Butcher Block Counters, Kitchen/Family Combo
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central, Wall Furnace
Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Range Hood, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: In Kitchen, Laundry Closet
Features
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Linoleum, Wood
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,244
- Total interior livable area: 2,244 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: No Garage, Open
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
Lot
- Size: 6,499 Square Feet
- Features: Other
Details
- Parcel number: 01315117
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Slab
- Roof: Tar/Gravel
Condition
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Water District
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: San Rafael
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $568/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $553,208
- Annual tax amount: $9,115
- Date on market: 5/26/2026
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
$1,276,000
$1.21M - $1.34M
$5,707/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/26/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,275,000+880.8%$568/sqft |
Source:  BAREIS #326045515 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/10/2020 | Listing removed | $3,400$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 2/5/2020 | Listed for rent | $3,400$2/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2000 | Sold | $130,000$58/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,115 +5.5% | $553,208 +2% |
| 2024 | $8,640 +2.2% | $542,363 +2% |
| 2023 | $8,451 +5.3% | $531,729 +2% |
| 2022 | $8,024 +1.6% | $521,305 +2% |
| 2021 | $7,898 +1.3% | $511,085 +1% |
| 2020 | $7,795 +4.5% | $505,847 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,460 +1% | $495,929 +2% |
| 2018 | $7,383 +3.7% | $486,207 +2% |
| 2017 | $7,118 +3.6% | $476,675 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,871 +4.6% | $467,330 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,570 +4.5% | $460,312 +2% |
| 2014 | $6,288 | $451,295 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $449,258 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $440,451 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $431,815 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $428,589 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $429,608 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $421,185 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $412,927 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $404,833 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $396,897 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $389,116 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $381,984 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $374,498 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $367,155 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Bret Harte
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Laurel Dell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10James B. Davidson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10San Rafael High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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