Step into the charming and elegant world of 17 Wolfe Avenue, situated on a tree lined street in one of the most desirable neighborhoods of San Rafael. This beautiful home features 4 bedrooms, including two primary suites, 3 bedrooms on one level, 3.5 bathrooms, and 4 car parking. As you enter the formal living room, you'll be greeted by a warm and inviting wood-burning fireplace with Eastern exposure morning light that fills the room. The formal dining room opens up to the large backyard patio creating a seamless indoor/outdoor feel and is perfect for entertaining guests. The large kitchen has ample cabinet and counter space with two sinks and a separate entertainment space. Down the hall is home to three bedrooms, including the first of two primary suites, and a second full bath. Just up the stairs is the private primary suite with walk-in closet, a deck looking over the backyard and new Rustic sliding door. Newly refinished hardwood floors throughout with designer light fixtures add to its charm. The deep west facing backyard is a true oasis, complete with lush greenery, providing a tranquil and private space to relax and entertain. The two car garage with internal access includes multiple storage spaces, a workshop, home gym and large laundry room.
Single-familyProperty Type
1959Year Built
6,875 sq ftLot Size
$805Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by • Compass
•415-660-9955 (broker)
Listed by Isabelle Grotte•DRE #DRE #01895115• Compass
•415-231-2312 (broker)
Bought with Jennifer Boesel•DRE #DRE #01201781• Coldwell Banker Realty
*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
3
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,875 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1962
Sq. Ft.
2,127
Year built
1959
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marin County
APN
012-271-19
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 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
Jun 5, 2025 • Final
Building
Renovate a kitchen. Perform electrical and plumbing work as required.
Electrical
Kitchen
Plumbing
Remodel
Apr 2, 2024 • Final
Photovoltaic residential
Install a solar energy system with energy storage.
Battery
Electrical
Solar
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
Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Has Attached Garage
Parking Information
Parking Features: Workshop in Garage, Inside Entrance, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Attached
# of Covered Spaces: 2
# of Parking Total: 4
Interior
Virtual Tour Information
Bedrooms Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom Information
Count of Bathrooms: 4
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Interior Features
Interior Features: Storage
Laundry Features: Inside Room, Hookups Only
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Fireplace(s)
Cooling: None
Flooring: Wood
Has Fireplace(s)
# of Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Family Room, Brick
Appliances: Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Disposal, Dishwasher
Rooms Information
Basement: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Entry Level: 0
Building Information
Living Area: 2127
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
Building Area Total: 2127
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
Levels: Two
Year Built: 1959
Year Built Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
Mobile Home Information
Mobile Dim Units: Feet
Property Type
Property Type: Residential
Property SubType: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: See Remarks
Lot Size Sq. Ft.: 6875
Lot Size Acres: 0.1578
Lot Size Area: 6875
Lot Size Units: SqFt
Lot Size Units: Square Feet
Elevation: 0
Elevation Units: Feet
Utilities
Utility Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water Source: Public
Location
HOA Information
Association Fee: 0
Community Information
Subdivision Name: Gerstle Park
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,127
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,875 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1959
Year Renovated: 1962
County: Marin County
APN: 012-271-19
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Laurel Dell Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
8/10
James B. Davidson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
San Rafael High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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
2/10 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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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.6 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$1.63M – $1.97M
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