Charming and stylish single-level home in the highly desirable Bret Harte neighborhood, known for its wonderful sense of community, central location and great weather. Located just a few houses from Bret Harte Park and set on one of the widest streets in the neighborhood, this well-cared-for 3-bedroom, 2-bath residence offers a flexible floor plan with both formal living and family rooms plus a mini office. It is rare to find a 3/2 AND office AND family room in this price range. The updated kitchen features crisp white cabinetry, stainless appliances, and abundant natural light. Hardwood floors run throughout much of the home, while the inviting living room with fireplace and the sun-filled family room with walls of glass create warm and comfortable spaces for everyday living. Outdoor living shines with a spacious deck, level lawn, and a whimsical backyard fort/doll/WFH house. Everyone's favorite neighborhood... Sat AM yoga, happy hours, music events and more - if you know, you know. The beautifully landscaped yard also includes mature lemon, peach, apple, and fig trees. Additional highlights: new roof installed in summer 2024 and furnace & retaining wall in 2018, great weather, and an exceptionally convenient location with easy access to Bon Air Shopping Center, downtown San Rafael, and commute routes.
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
7,749 sq ftLot Size
$870Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Patti Cohn•DRE #01020594• Compass
•415-945-6300 (agent)
•patti.cohn@compass.com (agent)
Bought with Garrett Burdick•DRE #02074170• Coldwell Banker Realty
Est. $4,614 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 253 Irwin St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BAREIS #326021287
Apr 23, 2026
Sold
$1,350,000
$870/sq ft
Mar 25, 2026
Pending
—
Mar 16, 2026
Listed
$1,250,000
$806/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 19, 2018
Sold
$1,015,000
$654/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 28, 2011
Sold
$605,000
$390/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,923 (+3.7%)
$739,576 + $414,162
$1,153,738
2024
$15,350 (+1.7%)
$725,075 + $406,042
$1,131,117
2023
$15,096 (+5.9%)
$710,859 + $398,081
$1,108,940
2022
$14,259 (+1.6%)
$696,923 + $390,277
$1,087,200
2021
$14,031 (+1.0%)
$683,260 + $382,625
$1,065,885
2020
$13,898 (+3.1%)
$669,864 + $375,123
$1,044,987
2019
$13,481 (−0.7%)
$663,000 + $371,280
$1,034,280
2018
$13,570 (+6.7%)
$650,000 + $364,000
$1,014,000
2016
$12,722 (+51.3%)
$561,000 + $435,540
$996,540
2015
$8,406 (+4.4%)
$550,000 + $427,000
$977,000
2014
$8,053 (+0.3%)
$409,852 + $210,049
$619,901
2013
$8,031 (+3.9%)
$409,852 + $210,049
$619,901
2012
$7,729 (+285.3%)
$408,000 + $209,100
$617,100
2011
$2,006 (+1.4%)
$400,000 + $205,000
$605,000
2010
$1,979 (+5.9%)
$27,256 + $53,571
$80,827
2009
$1,869 (+5.7%)
$27,052 + $53,171
$80,223
2008
$1,768
$27,116 + $53,298
$80,414
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,750 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
1,551
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marin County
APN
013-281-11
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
Apr 14, 2022 • Final
Encroachment online
Replace a crossarm on a utility pole.
Electrical
Sep 12, 2018 • Final
Mechanical online
Replace the furnace and ductwork.
HVAC
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: 2
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Interior Access