Welcome to 30 Fair Drive, a private hillside retreat where comfort, flexibility, and opportunity come together. Surrounded by lush greenery, this thoughtfully updated property offers a peaceful escape while remaining close to everything Marin County has to offer. The main residence features three bedrooms and two bathrooms with a bright, open layout designed for everyday living and effortless entertaining. Large windows fill the home with natural light, while the spacious primary suite offers a relaxing retreat complete with an ensuite bath and soaking tub. Private decks and patios create the perfect setting for morning coffee, outdoor gatherings, or simply enjoying the tranquil surroundings. A standout feature of the property is the fully built 2-bedroom, 2-bath ADU, offering exceptional versatility for multigenerational living, extended guests, a private workspace, or potential rental income. Whether you're looking to create additional living space or offset ownership costs, this ADU provides both comfort and opportunity. Conveniently located near downtown San Rafael, local parks, shopping, dining, hiking trails, and Highway 101, 30 Fair Drive presents a rare opportunity to enjoy privacy, flexibility, and long-term potential in one of Marin County's most desirable settings.
Single-familyProperty Type
1952Year Built
5,201 sq ftLot Size
$468Price/Sq.Ft.
1 garage spacesParking
Listed by Perry Lee•DRE #02196050• eXp Realty of California Inc
Listed by Jason Tam•DRE #01992165• eXp Realty of California, Inc
Bought with Beverly Shwert•DRE #01342441• Eleven Real Estate
Est. $5,234 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 30 Fair Dr
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MLSListings #ML82050279
Oct 29, 2026
Sold
$1,002,500
$468/sq ft
Oct 5, 2026
Pending
—
Oct 5, 2026
Contingent
—
Aug 28, 2026
Relisted
—
Aug 22, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 22, 2026
Contingent
—
Aug 20, 2026
Price Changed
*
Aug 20, 2026
Price Changed
$995,000
$465/sq ft
Jul 8, 2026
Relisted
—
Jul 1, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 25, 2026
Relisted
—
Jun 23, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 22, 2026
Contingent
—
Jun 9, 2026
Listed
$1,098,000
$513/sq ft
Jun 9, 2026
Listed
*
There are no remarks available.
BAREIS #324076179
Dec 23, 2024
Sold
$720,000
$336/sq ft
Dec 18, 2024
Pending
—
Oct 26, 2024
Contingent
—
Sep 23, 2024
Listed
$720,000
$336/sq ft
Surrounded by trees and rolling hills, this Chula Vista Terrace FIXER is conveniently located close to Hwy 101, Dominican University, and only minutes to bustling downtown San Rafael with bevy of entertainment options, fine restaurants, coffee shops, breweries, wine bars, shopping, the Rafael Film Center and public transportation. Tax records show the home as 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths and 1908 SF (approx. 1500 SF upstairs and 400 SF below), however, it is currently configured with 1 bedroom and 1 full bath upstairs (could easily be converted back to 2 bedrooms) with a good-sized living room that opens to a large deck, and a huge kitchen with breakfast nook. Private entry to lower level and 2nd deck is by exterior stairs opening to a laundry room, spacious additional room (low ceilings) and an unpermitted bathroom. The property also includes a 1-car detached garage. Ideal for ambitious contractor.
Public Records
Jun 11, 1979
Sold
$30,500
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2026
$16,014 (+43.7%)
$428,400 + $686,000
$1,114,400
2025
$11,142 (+224.5%)
$428,400 + $686,000
$1,114,400
2024
$3,434 (+4.3%)
$420,000 + $300,000
$720,000
2023
$3,292 (+3.5%)
$26,421 + $90,273
$116,694
2022
$3,181 (+1.6%)
$25,903 + $88,503
$114,406
2021
$3,131 (+2.7%)
$25,395 + $86,768
$112,163
2020
$3,050 (+8.7%)
$24,897 + $85,067
$109,964
2019
$2,805 (+1.3%)
$24,642 + $84,195
$108,837
2018
$2,769 (+2.8%)
$24,159 + $82,544
$106,703
2017
$2,694 (+4.4%)
$23,221 + $79,340
$102,561
2016
$2,580 (+4.4%)
$23,221 + $79,340
$102,561
2015
$2,472 (+5.6%)
$22,766 + $77,784
$100,550
2014
$2,340 (+2.6%)
$21,985 + $75,115
$97,100
2013
$2,281 (+5.0%)
$21,985 + $75,115
$97,100
2012
$2,172 (+1.6%)
$21,885 + $74,776
$96,661
2011
$2,138 (+1.4%)
$21,456 + $73,310
$94,766
2010
$2,109 (+5.5%)
$21,036 + $71,873
$92,909
2009
$1,999 (+5.6%)
$20,878 + $71,336
$92,214
2008
$1,894
$20,928 + $71,506
$92,434
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,200 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1958
Sq. Ft.
1,908
Year built
1952
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marin County
APN
011-033-26
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 19, 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
Dec 1, 2025 • Final
Building
Addition
Nov 26, 2025 • Final
Construction fire
Install a new fire sprinkler system.
Fire sprinkler
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
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Has Attached Garage: Yes
Parking Information
# of Carport Spaces: 3
Has Carport: Yes
Has Garage: Yes
Parking Features: Attached Garage, Parking Area
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
Dining Room Information
Dining Area in Family Room
Exterior
Building Information
Roof: Shingle
Stories
Stories: 2
Year Built
Year Built Details: 2
Property Information
Building Area Total (Sq. Ft.): 2,142
Utilities
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Forced Air
Heating: Central Forced Air, Gas, Heat Pump
Location
School Information
Elementary School District: San Rafael City Elementary
High School District: San Rafael City High
Location Information
MLS Area: San Rafael
Street Name: Fair
Street Number: 30
WalkScore Information
Walk Score: 25
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,908
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 5,200 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1952
Year Renovated: 1958
County: Marin County
APN: 011-033-26
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Coleman Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
James B. Davidson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
San Rafael High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
6/10
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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
6 days above 88° expected this year, 13 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
66/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.8 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$1.38M – $1.67M
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