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There's a lot to love about life in Sun Valley, and this home makes it easy to see why. Set on a corner lot in one of San Rafael's most beloved neighborhoods, this inviting 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offers approximately 1,522 square feet with thoughtful updates, flexible living spaces, and a peaceful backyard retreat. At the heart of the home is a beautifully remodeled kitchen with a large center island, quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, wine refrigerator, abundant cabinetry, and an open connection to the dining area. It's a bright, comfortable gathering space that works equally well for everyday life and entertaining. The adjoining living room features a fireplace and expansive windows and sliding door that brings in wonderful natural light. Three bedrooms provide plenty of flexibility, while the remodeled hall bathroom adds a fresh, contemporary touch. A spiral staircase leads to an unexpected treat: an upstairs loft that's ideal for a home office, playroom, creative space, or quiet retreat, along with additional storage. Outside, the private backyard feels like an extension of the home, with generous paver patios, mature landscaping, and a vine-covered pergola creating an inviting setting for dining, entertaining, or simply slowing down at the end of the day. Solar panels with battery backup, mini-split heating and air conditioning, and dual-pane windows add everyday comfort and efficiency. And then there's the location close to Sun Valley Elementary, neighborhood park, Andy's Local Market, the vibrant West End of San Rafael, and all that makes this special pocket of San Rafael such a wonderful place to call home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1943Year Built
4,561 sq ftLot Size
$838Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Bob Donlan•DRE #01381665• Berkshire Hathaway
Sun Valley, located between Terra Linda and downtown San Rafael, is a residential and hillside San Rafael neighborhood with winding canyon roads and oak-studded open space. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Sun Valley School campus and the nearby bend of San Anselmo Avenue, where morning drop-offs and dog-walk loops set the daily rhythm. Mid-century ranch homes and tucked-away cottages follow the contours of the valley, with trailheads threading into the surrounding ridgelines. The Marinwood Community Center and Pool reads as a local gathering point for laps, classes, and weekend events. Marinwood Market anchors the practical errands, while China Camp State Park frames the outdoor backdrop with bayfront trails and history.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Updated/remodeled condition
Bonus room, Great Room, Dining Room, Living Room, Possible guest room, Storage
Loft and retreat on upper level
Island with sink and quartz counters
Kitchen open to family area
Cabinets in laundry room
One living room fireplace
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Main level includes bedroom(s)
Bathrooms
2 full bathrooms
Kitchen
Free standing electric oven
Free standing refrigerator
Microwave
Wine refrigerator
Island with sink
Quartz countertops
Kitchen/family combo
Laundry & utility
Laundry inside with cabinets
Heating & cooling
Heat pump with multi-zone heating
Heat pump with multi-zone cooling
Exterior features
Front porch
Corner lot
Landscaped front yard
Low-maintenance landscaping
Solar panels with solar battery backup (third-party owned)
Home design
Single family residence
Residential property
Two stories
Street entrance on main level
Parking
2 parking spaces
Electric vehicle charging
No garage
Construction
Composition roof
Updated/remodeled
Utilities
Public sewer
Internet available
Solar
HOA & community
No homeowners association
Not a senior community
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
A very special property awaits to be yours! Welcome to this gorgeous gem located on a perfect corner lot in the heart of the desirable Sun Valley neighborhood. A light and bright 3BR/2BA home + an attic bonus room. This home offers a spacious living room, a designated dining area, an open concept kitchen, a separate laundry room, and three ample sized bedrooms whereof one with a walk-in closet and ensuite bath. Add to this a lovely, private back yard, a storage shed and an amazingly welcoming home-sweet-home vibe throughout. An A+ location, just steps from Sun Valley Market, Sun Valley park, and award winning Sun Valley Elementary School. Also, just minutes from both San Rafael and San Anselmo down towns. Easy 101 access, hiking trails around the corner and one of Marin County's best weather areas. Hurry!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,826 (+590.6%)
$707,472 + $633,420
$1,340,892
2024
$2,581 (+4.9%)
$693,600 + $596,000
$1,289,600
2023
$2,460 (+3.4%)
$30,946 + $68,803
$99,749
2022
$2,380 (+1.3%)
$30,339 + $67,454
$97,793
2021
$2,350 (+0.3%)
$29,744 + $66,131
$95,875
2020
$2,342 (+8.3%)
$29,161 + $64,835
$93,996
2019
$2,163 (+0.6%)
$28,838 + $64,153
$92,991
2018
$2,150 (+2.2%)
$28,273 + $62,895
$91,168
2017
$2,104 (+4.4%)
$27,175 + $60,453
$87,628
2016
$2,015 (+4.2%)
$27,175 + $60,453
$87,628
2015
$1,933 (+5.9%)
$26,642 + $59,268
$85,910
2014
$1,826 (+2.4%)
$25,728 + $57,234
$82,962
2013
$1,783 (+5.2%)
$25,728 + $57,234
$82,962
2012
$1,695 (+0.9%)
$25,612 + $56,976
$82,588
2011
$1,679 (+0.7%)
$25,110 + $55,859
$80,969
2010
$1,667 (+6.1%)
$24,617 + $54,764
$79,381
2009
$1,571 (−10.4%)
$24,434 + $54,355
$78,789
2008
$1,753
$24,492 + $54,484
$78,976
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
4,560 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1948
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,522
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
1,522
Year built
1943
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marin County
APN
010-062-14
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
Jan 6, 2026 • Final
Renewable energy
Install an energy storage system.
Battery
Electrical
Solar
Jun 17, 2025 • Final
Building
Perform a remodel of a bathroom.
Bathroom
Remodel
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.
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 88° 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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Historical weather
San Rafael, CA • 94901
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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Redfin Estimate for 202 Solano St
$1,343,984
$69K over list price of $1.28M
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