Nestled in the picturesque San Rafael Hills, this charming fixer-upper presents an incredible opportunity for those eager to create their dream home. Surrounded by an abundance of lush trees and natural beauty, this property offers a serene retreat while still being conveniently located near local amenities. The home features a spacious layout that highlights its potential for customization and renovation. Currently stripped down to the studs, the property serves as a blank canvas, eagerly awaiting your personal vision and creative touch. Imagine the possibilities as you design the interior spaces to reflect your style, whether that be a modern sanctuary or a cozy, rustic abode. With Tender Loving Care, this property can be transformed into a stunning residence that perfectly suits your lifestyle.
Single-familyProperty Type
1924Year Built
8,664 sq ftLot Size
$285Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Anh Pham•DRE #DRE #01432176• SkyGroup Realty Inc.
•650-380-6364 (agent)
•anh@skygrouprealtyinc.com (agent)
•650-380-6364 (broker)
•anh@skygrouprealtyinc.com (broker)
Bought with Margaret Ruiz•DRE #DRE #02244792• Compass
4B/2B vintage home built in 1925 in a private wooded setting in West San Rafael. This is a fixer upper, both home and property are full of potential but need a lot of work. Easy access to downtown, shopping, dining and Hwy. 101
2 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Kaleoaloha Brown
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 54 Fremont Rd
Date
Event
Price
San Francisco MLS #325018027
May 7, 2025
Sold
$450,000
$171/sq ft
Apr 21, 2025
Pending
—
Apr 10, 2025
Price Changed
$474,900
$181/sq ft
Mar 20, 2025
Relisted
—
Mar 18, 2025
Contingent
—
Mar 5, 2025
Listed
$499,900
$190/sq ft
San Francisco MLS #322030886
Jun 21, 2022
Sold
$720,000
$274/sq ft
Apr 20, 2022
Listed
$750,000
$286/sq ft
Fixer Alert! A vintage 4 bedroom, 3 bath 2,625 SF home on a street to street lot in the popular West End neighborhood for $750,000? YES! 54 Fremont Road in San Rafael is an excellent project for a contractor/developer or experienced end user. Peaceful and private in a wooded setting tucked away at the end of a quiet road. Easy stroll to Pink Owl Coffee, Johnny Doughnuts, Pond Farm Brewing Company, restaurants and shopping. Close to vibrant downtown San Rafael, charming San Anselmo, Marin Country Mart and the Larkspur Ferry Terminal with easy access to Highway 101 for a convenient commute to both San Francisco and the East Bay. Award-winning Sun Valley Elementary School.
Public Records
Nov 26, 2013
Sold
$545,000
$208/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,857 (+5.7%)
$306,000 + $153,000
$459,000
2024
$11,215 (+2.0%)
$610,190 + $153,874
$764,064
2023
$11,001 (−3.5%)
$598,230 + $150,858
$749,088
2022
$11,401 (+1.6%)
$586,500 + $147,900
$734,400
2021
$11,219 (+1.1%)
$446,200 + $357,933
$804,133
2020
$11,100 (+4.5%)
$437,452 + $350,916
$788,368
2019
$10,621 (+1.0%)
$432,968 + $347,319
$780,287
2018
$10,516 (+3.9%)
$424,480 + $340,510
$764,990
2017
$10,121 (+3.5%)
$408,000 + $327,290
$735,290
2016
$9,781 (+28.1%)
$408,000 + $327,290
$735,290
2015
$7,633 (+4.4%)
$400,000 + $320,873
$720,873
2014
$7,311 (+75.6%)
$480,000 + $65,000
$545,000
2013
$4,163 (−37.5%)
$480,000 + $65,000
$545,000
2012
$6,662 (+136.2%)
$200,000 + $60,000
$260,000
2011
$2,821 (+1.3%)
$300,000 + $200,000
$500,000
2010
$2,786 (+4.1%)
$32,990 + $115,465
$148,455
2009
$2,677 (+5.0%)
$32,743 + $114,602
$147,345
2008
$2,549
$32,821 + $114,874
$147,695
Tax history for 54 Fremont Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,857 (+5.7%)
$306,000 + $153,000
$459,000
2024
$11,215 (+2.0%)
$610,190 + $153,874
$764,064
2023
$11,001 (−3.5%)
$598,230 + $150,858
$749,088
2022
$11,401 (+1.6%)
$586,500 + $147,900
$734,400
2021
$11,219 (+1.1%)
$446,200 + $357,933
$804,133
2020
$11,100 (+4.5%)
$437,452 + $350,916
$788,368
2019
$10,621 (+1.0%)
$432,968 + $347,319
$780,287
2018
$10,516 (+3.9%)
$424,480 + $340,510
$764,990
2017
$10,121 (+3.5%)
$408,000 + $327,290
$735,290
2016
$9,781 (+28.1%)
$408,000 + $327,290
$735,290
2015
$7,633 (+4.4%)
$400,000 + $320,873
$720,873
2014
$7,311 (+75.6%)
$480,000 + $65,000
$545,000
2013
$4,163 (−37.5%)
$480,000 + $65,000
$545,000
2012
$6,662 (+136.2%)
$200,000 + $60,000
$260,000
2011
$2,821 (+1.3%)
$300,000 + $200,000
$500,000
2010
$2,786 (+4.1%)
$32,990 + $115,465
$148,455
2009
$2,677 (+5.0%)
$32,743 + $114,602
$147,345
2008
$2,549
$32,821 + $114,874
$147,695
*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
8,664 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1955
Sq. Ft.
2,625
Year built
1924
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marin County
APN
012-043-11
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 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
Jun 17, 2023 • Final
Fire online
Install a new fire sprinkler system throughout the entire home.
Fire sprinkler
Feb 9, 2023 • Final
Window and door change out
Replace all windows with new windows of the same size and style.
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Other
Interior
Bedrooms Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
Bathroom Information
Count of Bathrooms: 3
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Other
Has Heating
Heating: Other
Has Cooling
Cooling: Other
Has Fireplace(s)
# of Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Brick
Exterior
Exterior Features
Entry Level: 0
Building Information
Living Area: 2625
Living Area Units: Square Feet
Living Area Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
Building Area Total: 2625
Building Area Units: Square Feet
Building Area Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
Construction Materials: Wood
Year Built: 1924
Year Built Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
Property Type
Property Type: Residential
Property SubType: Single Family Residence
Land Information
Topography: Downslope,Trees Many
Lot Information
Lot Features: Other, Irregular Lot
Lot Size Sq. Ft.: 8664.084
Lot Size Acres: 0.1989
Lot Size Area: 8664.084
Lot Size Units: Acres
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
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,625
Stories: —
Lot Size: 8,664 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1924
Year Renovated: 1955
County: Marin County
APN: 012-043-11
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Sun Valley Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.0mi
10/10
James B. Davidson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
6/10
San Rafael High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
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
2/10 Fire Factor
0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
6 days above 86° 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
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.6 hours in
June and 5 hours in December, placing it above the
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Estimated sale price
$711,000 – $861,000
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