Off market dec 2025 for $1.5M

$1,528,242

•

1,927

sq ft

160 Palm Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901

About this home

Coming Soon! Unique opportunity to acquire this plantation-style Shangri-la in the heart of San Rafael's coveted Dominican neighborhood. Set on a generous ~17,000+ sq. ft. rectangular lot, this treasured gem welcomes you with timeless character featuring 13-ft ceilings, original wood paneling, pocket doors, crown molding & a beautifully preserved tiled fireplace. The floor plan offers 3 spacious bedrooms, 1 full bath, formal living & dining rooms, a butler's pantry & a vintage kitchen with potential for elegant customization. Enjoy seamless indoor-outdoor living with access to a wide wrap-around porch perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The lush grounds are framed by mature palms, olive trees & a vibrant mix of fruit trees including fig, lemon, orange, pear & plum. Lovingly held by the same family for over 60 years, this rare offering delivers privacy, authenticity & endless potential just minutes from downtown San Rafael & under 30 minutes to San Francisco. Shown by appointment only.

Single-familyProperty Type

1900Year Built

0.41 acresLot Size

$793Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 spacesParking

Listed by Yvonne Toracca •DRE #DRE #01916816 • Sotheby's International Realty

•415-297-9157 (agent)

•yvonne.toracca@sothebys.realty (agent)

•415-929-1500 (broker)

•sirsfar@sothebys.realty (broker)

Bought with Katherine Raphael •DRE #DRE #02027825 • Norcal Commercial

•415-927-8888 (broker)

•scott.gerber@ctbt.com (broker)

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•Source:San Francisco MLS #325071698

Redfin Estimate

$1,528,242

$22K since sold in December 2025$36K since September

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This home's estimate is 11.1% lower than the average sale price ($1.72M) of 6 comparable homes.

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B
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C
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8 Marina Court Dr, San Rafael, CA 94901
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D
3 beds2.5 baths1,556 sq ft
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SOLD SEP 30, 2026
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E
3 beds2 baths1,866 sq ft
335 Highland Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901
SOLD AUG 5, 2026
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$1,450,000
F
3 beds2 baths3,372 sq ft
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Market trends in 94901, CA

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

102.4%

0.8% MoM

Median sale price

$1.6M

$85K MoM

Avg. days on market

27d

4 days MoM

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Sale history for 160 Palm Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$21,206 (+13.2%)

$900,000 + $650,000

$1,550,000

2025

$18,732 (+3.6%)

$900,000 + $650,000

$1,550,000

2024

$18,073 (+449.0%)

$1,040,400 + $312,120

$1,352,520

2023

$3,292 (+3.4%)

$1,020,000 + $306,000

$1,326,000

2022

$3,182 (+1.6%)

$93,073 + $14,131

$107,204

2021

$3,133 (+2.6%)

$91,249 + $13,854

$105,103

2020

$3,053 (+8.7%)

$89,460 + $13,583

$103,043

2019

$2,808 (+1.2%)

$88,543 + $13,443

$101,986

2018

$2,774 (+2.7%)

$86,807 + $13,180

$99,987

2017

$2,700 (+4.4%)

$83,437 + $12,668

$96,105

2016

$2,587 (+4.3%)

$83,437 + $12,668

$96,105

2015

$2,480 (+5.5%)

$81,801 + $12,420

$94,221

2014

$2,350 (+2.6%)

$78,986 + $11,987

$90,973

2013

$2,291 (+4.9%)

$78,986 + $11,987

$90,973

2012

$2,183 (+1.5%)

$78,629 + $11,933

$90,562

2011

$2,150 (+1.3%)

$77,088 + $11,699

$88,787

2010

$2,122 (+5.5%)

$75,576 + $11,469

$87,045

2009

$2,012 (+5.5%)

$75,012 + $11,384

$86,396

2008

$1,908

$75,191 + $11,411

$86,602

Tax history for 160 Palm Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2026

$21,206 (+13.2%)

$900,000 + $650,000

$1,550,000

2025

$18,732 (+3.6%)

$900,000 + $650,000

$1,550,000

2024

$18,073 (+449.0%)

$1,040,400 + $312,120

$1,352,520

2023

$3,292 (+3.4%)

$1,020,000 + $306,000

$1,326,000

2022

$3,182 (+1.6%)

$93,073 + $14,131

$107,204

2021

$3,133 (+2.6%)

$91,249 + $13,854

$105,103

2020

$3,053 (+8.7%)

$89,460 + $13,583

$103,043

2019

$2,808 (+1.2%)

$88,543 + $13,443

$101,986

2018

$2,774 (+2.7%)

$86,807 + $13,180

$99,987

2017

$2,700 (+4.4%)

$83,437 + $12,668

$96,105

2016

$2,587 (+4.3%)

$83,437 + $12,668

$96,105

2015

$2,480 (+5.5%)

$81,801 + $12,420

$94,221

2014

$2,350 (+2.6%)

$78,986 + $11,987

$90,973

2013

$2,291 (+4.9%)

$78,986 + $11,987

$90,973

2012

$2,183 (+1.5%)

$78,629 + $11,933

$90,562

2011

$2,150 (+1.3%)

$77,088 + $11,699

$88,787

2010

$2,122 (+5.5%)

$75,576 + $11,469

$87,045

2009

$2,012 (+5.5%)

$75,012 + $11,384

$86,396

2008

$1,908

$75,191 + $11,411

$86,602

*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

0.4 Acres

Year renovated

1960

Sq. Ft.

1,927

Year built

1900

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Marin County

APN

015-211-03

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 19, 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

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Parking Features: Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+, No Garage
# of Open Parking Spaces: 3
Has Open Parking

Interior

Bedrooms Information
# of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information
Count of Bathrooms: 1
# of Full Bathrooms: 1

Interior Features
Laundry Features: None, No Hookups
Has Heating
Heating: Gas, Floor Furnace, Fireplace Insert
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)
Flooring: Wood, Painted/Stained
Has Fireplace(s)
# of Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas, Free Standing, Decorative, Brick
Appliances: Other, Tankless Water Heater, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Free-Standing Gas Range, Dishwasher

Exterior

Exterior Features
Entry Level: 0
Patio And Porch Features: Wrap Around
Window Features: Window Coverings
Fencing: Gated, Wood, Full, Fenced, Gate, Chain Link

Building Information
Living Area: 1927
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
Building Area Total: 1927
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Wood Siding, Wood
Architectural Style: Vintage, Victorian, Farmhouse
Year Built: 1900
Year Built Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
Roof: Tile, Composition
Foundation Details: Pillar/Post/Pier, Combination, Brick/Mortar
Height Limit: Unknown

Property Type
Property Type: Residential
Property SubType: Single Family Residence
Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence

Property Information
Direction Faces: Northeast
Property Condition: Original, Fixer
Other Structures: Gazebo
Current Use: Residential
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s), Prewired, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Land Information
Topography: Lot Grade Varies,Lot Sloped,Trees Many,Upslope

Lot Information
Lot Features: Storm Drain, Shape Regular, Private, Landscape Front, Landscaped, Garden, Curb(s)/Gutter(s)
Lot Size Sq. Ft.: 17642
Lot Size Acres: 0.405
Lot Size Area: 17642
Lot Size Units: Acres
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Elevation: 0
Elevation Units: Feet
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Surface Type: Unpaved, Sidewalk/Curb/Gutter, Paved Sidewalk, Gravel, Paved, Asphalt

Green Information
Green Energy Efficient: Water Heater

Utilities

Utility Information
Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Available, Cable Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public

Location

HOA Information
Association Fee: 0

School Information
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
Pets Allowed: Yes
Subdivision Name: Golden Meadow/Magnolia Park

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,927
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.4 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1900
Year Renovated: 1960
County: Marin County
APN: 015-211-03

Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026

Around this home

Schools

Coleman Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi

7/10

James B. Davidson Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi

6/10

San Rafael High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi

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

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 85° expected this year, 15 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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In this area, properties receive around 10.6 hours in June and 5 hours in December, placing it above the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.45M – $1.76M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
110 Palm Avenue, San Rafael, CA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 2632 Sq. Ft.	$2,151,456
134 Palm Avenue, San Rafael, CA 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 4124 Sq. Ft.	$2,318,800

Address	Redfin Estimate
126 Palm Avenue, San Rafael, CA 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2646 Sq. Ft.	$2,507,179
164 Palm Avenue, San Rafael, CA - Beds \| - Baths \| 9142 Sq. Ft.	—

Address	Redfin Estimate
130 Palm Avenue, San Rafael, CA 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3500 Sq. Ft.	$3,565,195
122 Palm Avenue, San Rafael, CA 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3492 Sq. Ft.	$2,661,665

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