There are multiple listings for this address:
79 Billou Street
San Rafael, CA, 94901
$1,175,000
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,881 SqFt
0.14 Acres
Located in San Rafael’s highly desirable Bret Harte neighborhood, this updated single-level ranch home offers an ideal blend of Marin County lifestyle, flexible living space, and income potential. The property features a stylish 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath main residence with hardwood floors throughout, dual-pane windows, recessed lighting, granite countertops with a center island. A standout feature is the attached legal 1-bedroom, 1-bath legal unit with a private entrance, full kitchen, and dedicated parking, offering an excellent opportunity for rental income, a home office set up, or visiting guests. The sun-filled property includes a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant yard with mature fruit trees, expansive outdoor entertaining spaces, and a detached structure with potential for a private workspace, gym, or creative studio. Enjoy the convenience of a peaceful residential setting just minutes from downtown San Rafael’s vibrant restaurants, cafes, and shops, with quick access to Highway 101 for an easy commute to San Francisco. Combining modern functionality, outdoor living, and investment flexibility, this Bret Harte property delivers the lifestyle many buyers are seeking in Marin.
Property Details
Price:
$1,175,000
MLS #:
326052239
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Duplex
Neighborhood:
sanrafael
Finished Sq Ft:
1,881
Lot Size:
5,998 sqft / 0.14 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1947
Days on Market:
93
List Date:
Jun 17, 2026
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Free-Standing Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Cooling
None
Flooring
Simulated Wood, Tile
Heating
Fireplace Insert, Wall Furnace
Laundry Features
Common Area
Levels
One
Exterior
Architectural Style
Ranch
Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding
Lot Features
Curb(s), Sidewalk
Open Parking Spaces
3
Parking Features
Side-by-Side, Uncovered
Parking Spots
3
Parking Total
3
Roof
Composition
Security Features
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security Gate, Smoke Detector(s)
View
Hills
Window Features
Double Pane Windows
Financial
Map
All map details are google-generated and can contain errors. Lot lines and building locations are fuzzy. See Official plat maps for more accurate information.
Community
- Address79 Billou Street San Rafael CA
- CitySan Rafael
- CountyMarin
- Zip Code94901
Subdivisions in San Rafael
- Bay Point Lagoons
- Bay Side Acres
- Captains Cove
- Dominican
- El Camino Terrace
- Gerstle Park
- Loch Lomond
- Lomita Park
- Lucas Valley
- Marin Lagoon
- Outer Dominican
- Peacock Gap
- Peacock Point
- Porto Bello
- Roundtree
- San Valley Heights 02
- Smith Ranch Homes
- Terra Linda
- Terra Linda Highlands
- Terra Linda North
- Upper Lucas Valley
- Villa Marin
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Copyright 2026, Bay Area Real Estate Information Services, Inc. All Rights Reserved. Listing courtesy of John Zeiter Jr at Golden Gate Sotheby’s International Realty
79 Billou Street
San Rafael, CA
79 Billou Street
San Rafael, CA, 94901
$1,175,000
Beds
0 Baths
1,881 SqFt
0.14 Acres
Located in San Rafael’s highly desirable Bret Harte neighborhood, this updated single-level ranch home offers an ideal blend of Marin County lifestyle, flexible living space, and income potential. The property features a stylish 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath main residence with hardwood floors throughout, dual-pane windows, recessed lighting, granite countertops with a center island. A standout feature is the attached legal 1-bedroom, 1-bath legal unit with a private entrance, full kitchen, and dedicated parking, offering an excellent opportunity for rental income, a home office set up, or visiting guests. The sun-filled property includes a low-maintenance, drought-tolerant yard with mature fruit trees, expansive outdoor entertaining spaces, and a detached structure with potential for a private workspace, gym, or creative studio. Enjoy the convenience of a peaceful residential setting just minutes from downtown San Rafael’s vibrant restaurants, cafes, and shops, with quick access to Highway 101 for an easy commute to San Francisco. Combining modern functionality, outdoor living, and investment flexibility, this Bret Harte property delivers the lifestyle many buyers are seeking in Marin.
Property Details
Price:
$1,175,000
MLS #:
326075533
Status:
Active
Beds:
0
Baths:
0
Type:
Multi Family
Subtype:
Duplex
Neighborhood:
sanrafael
Finished Sq Ft:
1,881
Lot Size:
5,998 sqft / 0.14 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1947
Units:
2
Days on Market:
14
List Date:
Sep 4, 2026
Interior
Appliances
Dishwasher, Free-Standing Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
Cooling
None
Flooring
Simulated Wood, Tile
Heating
Fireplace Insert, Wall Furnace
Laundry Features
Common Area
Levels
One
Exterior
Architectural Style
Ranch
Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding
Lot Features
Curb(s), Sidewalk
Open Parking Spaces
3
Parking Features
Side-by-Side, Uncovered
Parking Spots
3
Parking Total
3
Roof
Composition
Security Features
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security Gate, Smoke Detector(s)
View
Hills
Window Features
Double Pane Windows
Financial
Map
All map details are google-generated and can contain errors. Lot lines and building locations are fuzzy. See Official plat maps for more accurate information.
Community
- Address79 Billou Street San Rafael CA
- CitySan Rafael
- CountyMarin
- Zip Code94901
Subdivisions in San Rafael
- Bay Point Lagoons
- Bay Side Acres
- Captains Cove
- Dominican
- El Camino Terrace
- Gerstle Park
- Loch Lomond
- Lomita Park
- Lucas Valley
- Marin Lagoon
- Outer Dominican
- Peacock Gap
- Peacock Point
- Porto Bello
- Roundtree
- San Valley Heights 02
- Smith Ranch Homes
- Terra Linda
- Terra Linda Highlands
- Terra Linda North
- Upper Lucas Valley
- Villa Marin


