50 Balboa Avenue San Rafael CA 94901 MLS #325066516

50 Balboa Avenue

San Rafael, CA, 94901

$1,695,000

4 Beds

3 Baths

2,809 SqFt

0.23 Acres

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.

Property Details

Price:

$1,695,000

MLS #:

325066516

Status:

Active

Beds:

Baths:

Address:

50 Balboa Avenue

Type:

Single Family

Subtype:

Single Family Residence

Subdivision:

Villa Real

Neighborhood:

sanrafael

City:

San Rafael

State:

Finished Sq Ft:

2,809

ZIP:

94901

Lot Size:

10,001 sqft / 0.23 acres (approx)

Year Built:

1957

Days on Market:

List Date:

Jul 30, 2025

Interior

# of Fireplaces

Appliances

Built- In Electric Oven, Built- In Electric Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Electric Cook Top, E N E R G Y S T A R Qualified Appliances, Gas Water Heater, Microwave, Tankless Water Heater, Other

Basement

Partial

Bath Features

Closet, Tile, Tub, Tub w/ Shower Over, Window

Cooling

Ceiling Fan(s), None

Electric

220 Volts, 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in Laundry

Family Room Features

Deck Attached, Great Room

Fireplace Features

Wood Burning

Flooring

Carpet, Wood

Full Bathrooms

Heating

Central, Fireplace(s), Gas, Natural Gas

Interior Features

Formal Entry, Storage Area(s)

Kitchen Features

Breakfast Area, Breakfast Room, Butcher Block Counters, Island, Tile Counter, Wood Counter

Laundry Features

Dryer Included, Electric, In Kitchen, Inside Area, Laundry Closet, Upper Floor, Washer Included

Levels

Two

Living Room Features

Great Room

Master Bedroom Features

Closet, Ground Floor

Exterior

Construction

Block, Ceiling Insulation, Concrete, Partial Insulation, Redwood Siding, Stucco, Wood, Wood Siding

Driveway/ Sidewalks

Paved Driveway, Paved Sidewalk

Fencing

Back Yard, Wood

Foundation

Combination, Concrete, Slab

Lot Features

Auto Sprinkler F& R, Corner, Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Landscape Misc

Parking Features

Enclosed, Garage Door Opener, Garage Facing Side, Interior Access, Side-by- Side, Workshop in Garage

Pool

R E S I V I E W

Bay, Hills, Mountains, Mt Diablo, Ridge, Water

Roof

Shingle

Security Features

Double Strapped Water Heater

Stories

Financial

Energy Efficient

Appliances, Insulation, Thermostat, Water Heater

H O A

Yes

HOA Fee

$150

HOA Frequency

Annually

Map

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