This delightfully updated home in the Outer Dominican area of San Rafael, with 2,208 square feet of living space, this versatile property blends classic character with modern touches, perfect for multigenerational living, rental income, or a flexible home setup. The upper unit offers 3 bedrooms, 1 full bath, laundry room, and storage. The lower unit features 1 bedroom, 1 bath, and a dedicated laundry room. Each unit enjoys abundant natural light and thoughtful updates throughout. Extra room downstairs with sound insulation, storage, and workshop. Original hardwood floors add warmth and charm. Stylish, updated kitchens and bright living spaces with great flow. The terraced backyard is filled with blooming flowers and mature fruit trees, a private oasis for gardening, relaxing, or outdoor dining. Conveniently located blocks from Dominican University, parks, and the San Rafael Farmers Market, offering easy access to essentials and community events. Whether for investment or room to grow, 116 Villa Avenue offers space, style, and a prime location all in one.
Single-familyProperty Type
1929Year Built
6,700 sq ftLot Size
$525Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Lisa Navarro•DRE #01073343• Corcoran Icon Properties
•415-298-1899 (agent)
•Lisa@lisanavarro.com (agent)
Listed by Shelley Reynolds•DRE #00962192• Corcoran Icon Properties
•415-515-2265 (agent)
•shelley@shelleyinmarin.com (agent)
Bought with Carlos Cervera•DRE #00631976• Blue Sky Realty & Investments
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
6,700 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1970
Sq. Ft.
2,222
Year built
1929
Style
Multi-Family (2-4 Unit)
County
Marin County
APN
015-021-13
Parking Spaces
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Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 12, 2026.
R5
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
Oct 23, 2024 • Final
Building
Convert a garage into a living space and install a toilet.
Addition
ADU
Bathroom
Plumbing
Aug 13, 2024 • Final
Plumbing
Install a tankless water heater.
Plumbing
Water heater
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