This charming gem has been pristinely updated and maintained, beautifully preserving the character and comfort of its 1930s-era appeal. The home offers six versatile rooms, including two bedrooms, a full bathroom, a spacious kitchen adorned with original-style sea-blue Deco tiles, a separate dinette room, and an additional room that can serve as the formal living room or potential third bedroom. The bathroom is thoughtfully updated with a pedestal sink, timeless wainscoting, and renovated one-inch diamond-shaped white tile flooring adding stylish vintage detail throughout. A large laundry and workroom sits just off the kitchen, providing convenient access to the rear deck and yard space. One of the most distinctive features of this property is its unique commercial/residential zoning, providing exceptional flexibility for a live/work lifestyle, creative studio space, or small business use all while enjoying the warmth and charm of a traditional home. Framed by a classic white picket fence and welcoming entry arbor, the property is fully fenced for privacy and features quaint outdoor spaces with a small deck and garden areas filled with natural light. Additional upgrades include a newer roof, newly installed furnace, plumbing, wood floors under carpet, and dual-pane windows. A true value in the highly sought-after Gerstle Park neighborhood, this home is ideally located just minutes from downtown restaurants, shops, and all that Marin has to offer.
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
2,130 sq ftLot Size
$610Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Bill Johnson•DRE #00688853• Coldwell Banker Realty
•415-302-5690 (agent)
•bill@gothomes.com (agent)
Bought with Bill Johnson•DRE #00688853• Coldwell Banker Realty
Est. $3,608 per month, based on comparable rentals
Redfin agents who toured
Charming, vintage cottage near downtown San Rafael with many original details. This well-maintained home has 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, a small backyard with a deck, and a cute front yard.
7 months ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Whitney Lynn Fisher
Redfin Associate agent
Sale and tax history for 717 C St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
BAREIS #326005211
May 11, 2026
Sold
$640,000
$610/sq ft
Apr 27, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 7, 2026
Contingent
—
Mar 4, 2026
Price Changed
$695,000
$662/sq ft
Feb 3, 2026
Listed
$749,000
$713/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$8,565 (+1.2%)
$217,236 + $333,095
$550,331
2023
$8,462 (+5.3%)
$217,236 + $333,095
$550,331
2022
$8,032 (+1.6%)
$212,977 + $326,565
$539,542
2021
$7,906 (+1.3%)
$208,801 + $320,162
$528,963
2020
$7,803 (+3.4%)
$204,708 + $313,885
$518,593
2019
$7,546 (+1.0%)
$202,609 + $310,667
$513,276
2018
$7,468 (+3.7%)
$198,637 + $304,577
$503,214
2017
$7,200 (+3.6%)
$190,926 + $292,753
$483,679
2016
$6,950 (+4.6%)
$190,926 + $292,753
$483,679
2015
$6,645 (+4.5%)
$187,183 + $287,014
$474,197
2014
$6,360 (+0.5%)
$180,762 + $277,168
$457,930
2013
$6,327 (+4.0%)
$180,762 + $277,168
$457,930
2012
$6,083 (+1.7%)
$179,946 + $275,917
$455,863
2011
$5,984 (+1.1%)
$176,418 + $270,507
$446,925
2010
$5,917 (+1.8%)
$172,959 + $265,203
$438,162
2009
$5,812 (+4.3%)
$171,667 + $263,223
$434,890
2008
$5,574
$172,075 + $263,849
$435,924
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1,400 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1940
Sq. Ft.
1,050
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marin County
APN
012-073-24
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 20, 2025.
Jan 26, 2026 • Final
Mechanical residential
Replace the furnace.
HVAC
Jul 31, 2023 • Final
Reroof
Reroof over an existing hot mop roof with a TPO membrane.
Roofing
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 Features: No Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Bathrooms (Total): 1
# of Bathrooms (Full): 1
Other Bathroom Features: Tile, Tub w/Shower Over, Window
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms (Total): 2
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central
Heating: Central, Gas
Interior Features
Appliances: Free Standing Gas Range, Free Standing Refrigerator, Hood Over Range
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Wood
Interior Features: Formal Entry
Laundry Features: Inside Room, Washer/Dryer Stacked Included
Security Features: Double Strapped Water Heater, Smoke Detector
# of Stories: 1
Room Information
# of Rooms (Total): 6
Room Types: Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Basement: None
Dining Room Features: Dining Bar, Formal Room
Kitchen Features: Breakfast Area, Tile Counter
Levels: One
Main Level: Bedroom(s), Dining Room, Full Bath(s), Kitchen, Living Room, Street Entrance
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Uncovered Deck
Allows Horses: No
Fencing: Back Yard, Full, Wood
Roof: Flat
Pool Information
Has Private Pool: No
Has Spa: No
Property Information
Property Faces: Southeast
ADU 2nd Unit: No
Property Condition: Updated/Remodeled
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Size Square Feet: 2,130
Lot Size Acres: 0.0489
Lot Size Source: Assessor Auto-Fill
Lot Features: Garden, Landscape Misc
Power Production Information
Type: None
Size: 0.00
Year Install: 0
Utilities
Utilities Information
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: 220 Volts in Laundry
Location
HOA Information
Association YN: No
School Information
School District County: Marin
Community Information
Senior Community: No
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,050
Stories: —
Lot Size: 1,400 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1940
Year Renovated: 1940
County: Marin County
APN: 012-073-24
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 20, 2025
Around this home
Schools
Laurel Dell Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
James B. Davidson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi
6/10
San Rafael High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.1mi
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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 86° expected this year, 17 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
80/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in San Rafael. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.2 hrs
4.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$694,000 – $840,000
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