107 & 109 Terrace Ave feature 2 charming detached cottages, each approx. 700 + sqft, nestled in the desirable West End neighborhood of San Rafael. Built in the 40s, both cottages offer 1 BR, 1 BA, a kitchen, fireplace, full-sized laundry, small yard, & a converted carport/garage area. One of the cottages includes a separate detached office, enhancing its versatility. The private location is surrounded by nature, providing a tranquil setting. Enjoy the sought-after & vibrant community, w/ quick access to downtown San Rafael & San Anselmo, along with local shops, restaurants, & nearby Sun Valley Elementary School. Easy fwy access & close to public transportation add to the convenience. Never before on the market, both cottages exude charm, offering various possibilities for use. Parking is available in front of the cottages as well as in the covered carports. This ideal property offers versatility for both living & working from home. Optionally available for sale concurrently w/ the adjacent seller's SFR at #105 Terrace Ave, this presents an opportunity to build a compound. Live in #105 & have guests in #107 or #109, or lease out the other units.
Multi-familyProperty Type
1946Year Built
9,962 sq ftLot Size
$829Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
4 spacesParking
Listed by McCarthy Moe Group•DRE #01421997• Compass
•415-250-4929 (agent)
•team@mccarthymoe.com (agent)
Bought with Josh Burns•DRE #01477796• Sotheby's International Realty
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
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Zoning
Permits
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Lot size
9,963 Sq. Ft.
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Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Marin County
APN
012-023-09
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
R10
Single-Family Residential District
The single-family residential districts provide opportunities for low-density, detached single-family residential development. Development densities are based on existing development patterns in the area and environmental site constraints. In hillside areas, development shall conform to the hillside development standards and review procedures established in Chapter 14.12, Hillside Development Overlay District.; Single-family residential districts include hillside resource residential land use categories with minimum densities of 2 or more acres for minimum lot sizes; hillside residential and residential estate categories with densities from 20,000 sq ft to 2 acre lot minimums; and low-density residential land use categories with densities ranging from 5,000 sq ft to 20,000 sq ft lot minimums.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Educational/school
Recreation
Park & open space
Jan 28, 2026 • Final
Mechanical residential
Install a new mini-split system with two wall-mounted units and a heat pump.
Heat pump
HVAC
Jan 3, 2003 • Final
Building
Remove and replace the roof with a class A tar and gravel system.
Roofing
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Property details
Parking
Parking & Garage Information
Parking Total: 4
Parking Features: Attached, Converted Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Total): 2
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
Other Bathroom Features: Tub w/Shower Over
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 2
Master Bedroom Features: Ground Floor
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: None
Heating: Electric, Wall Furnace
Interior Features
Appliances: Free Standing Electric Oven, Free Standing Gas Range
Fireplaces Total: 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room
Flooring: Linoleum, Simulated Wood, Wood
Laundry Features: In Garage, Other
# of Stories: 1
Room Information
Kitchen Features: Laminate Counter
Levels: One
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Full Bath(s), Garage, Kitchen
Lower Level: Street Entrance
Unit 2 Information
Yes
Exterior
Exterior Features
Allows Horses: No
Pool Information
Has Private Pool: No
Has Spa: No
Property Information
ADU 2nd Unit: Yes
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: 2 Houses on Lot
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 9,962
Lot Size Acres: 0.2287
Lot Size Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
Lot Features: Private
Utilities
Utilities Information
Utilities: Natural Gas Connected
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
School Information
School District County: Marin
Elementary School District: San Rafael City Schools
Middle Or Junior School District: San Rafael City Schools
High School District: San Rafael City Schools
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 9,963 square feet
Style: Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Marin County
APN: 012-023-09
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Sun Valley Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
10/10
James B. Davidson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
6/10
Terra Linda High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi
9/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 86° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
1/10 Wind Factor
Minimal risk of severe winds over next 30 years
8/10 Air Factor
15 unhealthy days expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$1.12M – $1.35M
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