Off Market Jul 2023 for $3M

$2,716,689

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $19,860/mo

•

2,154

sq ft

135 Forbes Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901

About this home

Welcome to this truly one-of-a-kind home owned by one family for 91 years! This remarkable residence was built in 1932 using plans purchased from Sunset Magazine and exudes the timeless charm of the Spanish Colonial Revival style. Offering a harmonious blend of vintage elegance and modern comfort, will be a sanctuary for its lucky new owners. Every detail has been carefully preserved, including the original hardware. You'll be greeted by the warmth and elegance of the hardwood floors that span throughout the home. An abundance of windows ensures that every room is light and bright, creating an inviting atmosphere. With a generous living area, the main house boasts three bedrooms and two baths, providing ample space for comfortable living. The dining and living rooms are adorned with open beam ceilings and a double fireplace, creating a cozy ambiance for gatherings with friends and family. The sunroom offers a serene retreat, inviting you to relax and bask in the natural light that floods the space. The property features a two-car garage and an additional two-car enclosed carport, in addition, there is a detached office and half bath. Situated on almost half an acre, this property offers a sense of privacy and space boasting a stunning rose garden filled with vibrant colors.

Single-familyProperty Type

1932Year Built

0.41 acresLot Size

$1,261Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Bowman Real Estate Group •DRE #01933147 • Vanguard Properties

•415-755-1000 (agent)

•jennifer@vanguardproperties.com (agent)

Bought with McArthur Love •DRE #01327745 • Compass

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•Source:BAREIS #323040623

Redfin Estimate

$2,716,689

$293K since sold in July 2023$89K since August

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This home's estimate is 85.5% higher than the average sale price ($1.46M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 18, 2026
$980,000
A
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SOLD APR 23, 2026
$2,150,000
B
3 beds2.5 baths2,364 sq ft
28 Twin Oaks Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901
SOLD AUG 20, 2026
$1,952,500
C
3 beds2 baths2,242 sq ft
32 Longwood Dr, San Rafael, CA 94901
SOLD MAY 21, 2026
$1,200,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,760 sq ft
43 el Camino Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901
SOLD FEB 18, 2026
$835,000
E
3 beds3 baths2,257 sq ft
14 Fair Dr, San Rafael, CA 94901
SOLD APR 30, 2026
$1,670,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,533 sq ft
24 Maywood Way, San Rafael, CA 94901

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Market trends in 94901, CA

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

103.2%

+0.5% MoM

Median sale price

$1.7M

$174K MoM

Avg. days on market

31d

8 days MoM

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Sale history for 135 Forbes Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$39,539 (+3.0%)

$1,872,720 + $1,838,884

$3,711,604

2024

$38,404 (+118.4%)

$1,836,000 + $1,234,200

$3,070,200

2023

$17,581 (+12.5%)

$1,800,000 + $1,210,000

$3,010,000

2022

$15,623 (+1.6%)

$713,348 + $487,793

$1,201,141

2021

$15,372 (+0.9%)

$699,360 + $478,229

$1,177,589

2020

$15,233 (+3.5%)

$685,652 + $468,855

$1,154,507

2019

$14,713 (+1.0%)

$678,623 + $464,049

$1,142,672

2018

$14,569 (+4.0%)

$665,322 + $454,953

$1,120,275

2017

$14,004 (+3.4%)

$639,491 + $437,289

$1,076,780

2016

$13,545 (+316.4%)

$639,491 + $437,289

$1,076,780

2015

$3,253 (+5.2%)

$626,954 + $428,716

$1,055,670

2014

$3,093 (+1.8%)

$51,484 + $114,485

$165,969

2013

$3,038 (+4.6%)

$51,484 + $114,485

$165,969

2012

$2,904 (+1.6%)

$51,251 + $113,968

$165,219

2011

$2,857 (+1.3%)

$50,247 + $111,734

$161,981

2010

$2,821 (+4.0%)

$49,262 + $109,543

$158,805

2009

$2,713 (+5.1%)

$48,894 + $108,725

$157,619

2008

$2,582

$49,010 + $108,984

$157,994

Tax history for 135 Forbes Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$39,539 (+3.0%)

$1,872,720 + $1,838,884

$3,711,604

2024

$38,404 (+118.4%)

$1,836,000 + $1,234,200

$3,070,200

2023

$17,581 (+12.5%)

$1,800,000 + $1,210,000

$3,010,000

2022

$15,623 (+1.6%)

$713,348 + $487,793

$1,201,141

2021

$15,372 (+0.9%)

$699,360 + $478,229

$1,177,589

2020

$15,233 (+3.5%)

$685,652 + $468,855

$1,154,507

2019

$14,713 (+1.0%)

$678,623 + $464,049

$1,142,672

2018

$14,569 (+4.0%)

$665,322 + $454,953

$1,120,275

2017

$14,004 (+3.4%)

$639,491 + $437,289

$1,076,780

2016

$13,545 (+316.4%)

$639,491 + $437,289

$1,076,780

2015

$3,253 (+5.2%)

$626,954 + $428,716

$1,055,670

2014

$3,093 (+1.8%)

$51,484 + $114,485

$165,969

2013

$3,038 (+4.6%)

$51,484 + $114,485

$165,969

2012

$2,904 (+1.6%)

$51,251 + $113,968

$165,219

2011

$2,857 (+1.3%)

$50,247 + $111,734

$161,981

2010

$2,821 (+4.0%)

$49,262 + $109,543

$158,805

2009

$2,713 (+5.1%)

$48,894 + $108,725

$157,619

2008

$2,582

$49,010 + $108,984

$157,994

*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

Baths

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.41 Acres

Year renovated

1955

Sq. Ft.

2,154

Year built

1932

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Marin County

APN

010-181-09

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

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

May 12, 2026 • Final

Building

Perform an interior remodel and construct an addition to the main house.

Addition

Remodel

May 12, 2026 • Final

Building

Convert an existing garage into an accessory dwelling unit.

ADU

Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.

Property details

Parking

Parking & Garage Information
Parking Total: 6
Parking Features: Covered, Enclosed, Garage Door Opener, Garage Facing Front, Side-by-Side, See Remarks
Garage Spaces: 2
Driveway Sidewalks: Paved Driveway, Paved Sidewalk

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Total): 3
# of Bathrooms (Full): 2
# of Bathrooms (Partial): 1
Master Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s)
Other Bathroom Features: Shower Stall(s), Tile, Tub, Window

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 3
Master Bedroom Features: Ground Floor, Walk-In Closet

Heating & Cooling
Cooling: None
Heating: Central, Fireplace(s), Gas

Interior Features
Fireplaces Total: 2
Fireplace Features: Brick, Dining Room, Living Room
Flooring: Linoleum, Tile, Wood
Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling, Formal Entry, Open Beam Ceiling, Storage Area(s)
Laundry Features: Other
# of Stories: 1

Room Information
Basement: Partial
Dining Room Features: Formal Room
Living Room Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Open Beam Ceiling
Levels: One
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Full Bath(s), Garage, Kitchen, Living Room, Street Entrance

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Uncovered Patio
Allows Horses: No
Fencing: Back Yard, Fenced
Roof: Tile

Pool Information
Has Private Pool: No
Has Spa: No

Property Information
ADU 2nd Unit: No
Property Condition: Original
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 17,777
Lot Size Acres: 0.4081
Lot Size Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
Lot Features: Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Front, Private
Other Structures: Greenhouse

Utilities

Utilities Information
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: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,154
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.41 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1932
Year Renovated: 1955
County: Marin County
APN: 010-181-09

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 • 1.1mi

6/10

San Rafael High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi

6/10

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Lifestyle

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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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$2.58M – $3.13M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
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111 Forbes Ave, San Rafael, CA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2896 Sq. Ft.	$1,540,909

Address	Redfin Estimate
123 Forbes Ave, San Rafael, CA 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1260 Sq. Ft.	$1,255,745
150 Forbes Ave, San Rafael, CA 2 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1824 Sq. Ft.	$1,403,480

Address	Redfin Estimate
160 Forbes Ave, San Rafael, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2678 Sq. Ft.	$1,787,478
204 Forbes Ave, San Rafael, CA 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1598 Sq. Ft.	$1,471,844

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