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218 Forbes Avenue

San Rafael, California

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Thomas Henthorne
415-847-5584

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218 Forbes Avenue
San Rafael, California

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218 Forbes Avenue | San Rafael, California

Single-Level Remodeled Charmer in the Coveted Forbes Neighborhood

Sold on 5/12/2021 for $1,635,000

Sold in 5 Days for $140K Over Asking

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218 Forbes Avenue, San Rafael — Situated on one of the most desirable streets in San Rafael in the coveted Forbes neighborhood, 218 Forbes Avenue is a lovely 3 BR / 1 BA home that exudes charm, from the front porch perfect for socializing with friends and neighbors to the remodeled kitchen with stainless appliances to the the gorgeous hardwood floors and wood detailing throughout. First time on the market since it was built in 1949, the home is located on a 7950 sq ft parcel offering room for potential expansion, or just move in and enjoy the lifestyle that the Forbes neighborhood has to offer – beloved for its picturesque tree-lined streets, beautiful homes and close proximity to the shops and restaurants of downtown San Rafael.

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Open Concept Living / Dining Room with Wood Burning Fireplace

Entering the home, visitors will notice the gorgeous moulding and wood detailing of the open-concept living and dining room. The wood-burning fireplace anchors the living and large picture windows look out to the views. The dining area opens onto a private brick patio through French doors and there are gleaming original hardwood floors throughout the home.

“There is so much to love about this house, from the beautiful hardwood floors throughout to the gorgeous remodeled kitchen to the peek-a-boo views of Mt. Tam. All this is on the most desirable streets in the highly-coveted Forbes neighborhood of San Rafael.” — Thomas

Beautifully Remodeled Kitchen with Carrera Marble Counters and Stainless Appliances

The beautifully remodeled eat-in kitchen looks out to the backyard and features Carrera marble countertops, subway tile backsplash, custom cabinetry with plenty of storage, a Shaws farmhouse sink plus a second prep sink. Stainless appliances include a four-burner gas range with griddle and hood and a GE profile oven with separate microwave and warming drawer. The side-by-side refrigerator/freezer and dishwasher are faced to match the gorgeous shaker cabinetry.

There is also a convenient breakfast bar, perfect for quick meals.

Spacious Brick Patio Provides Wonderful Indoor / Outdoor Flow

The dining room and kitchen open out to the spacious brick patio through French doors, providing wonderful indoor / outdoor flow for entertaining. The inviting patio provides the perfect spot for dining al fresco. A terraced lawn area is located just above the patio. The 7,950 sq ft lot extends well beyond the back garden’s privacy hedge.

3 Spacious Bedrooms and a Large Remodeled Bathroom

The two front bedrooms look out over the front yard and neighborhood, while the spacious master bedroom looks to the back yard and patio. The remodeled bathroom features a separate tile shower with a custom glass surround, a relaxing soaking tub, a marble-topped vanity, marble tile floors and beadboard walls.

Room to Grow

This lovely home has a large unfinished basement and is located on a 7,950 sq offering expansion potential (buyers to verify expansion plans with the city of San Rafael) and is surrounded by multi-million dollar homes. There are also beautiful views of Mt. Tamalpais from the back of the property.

A Front Porch Built for Socializing

The inviting front porch is the perfect spot to enjoy an evening aperitif with friends or neighbors. The porch is a wonderful extension of the indoor living room.

More About the Forbes Neighborhood

The Forbes neighborhood of San Rafael is just west of downtown and features some of the most historic homes in the city. Beautiful Victorian, Mediterranean and even some California ranch homes can be found on the neighborhood’s manicured tree-lined streets. Because of its proximity to downtown, residents enjoy walking to many of the restaurants that encompass San Rafael’s thriving West End neighborhood along 4th street (one of my favorites: Johnny’s Doughnuts on 4th street). The neighborhood park is Sun Valley Park and features a group picnic area, a basketball court, a volleyball court, and a very popular playground. Forbes appeals to a wide variety of tastes, including those who want to live in Marin but still want the convenience of walking to shops and services that is normally found in more urban environments.

The neighborhood is comprised mainly of single-family homes at many different price points, from entry-level to luxurious estates. Forbes homes for sale are often scarce as there is little turnover in this neighborhood. The area is served by Sun Valley Elementary School (currently rated 10/10 on GreatSchools.org) and Davidson Middle School. For high school there is a choice between either San Rafael High School or Terra Linda High School, but be sure to check with the San Rafael School District to verify availability and enrollment. The prestigious Marin Academy is also located nearby within walking distance. You may wish to consult my schools guide for more information.

More About San Rafael

San Rafael is Marin’s oldest and largest city, with a population of close to 60,000 people. Established in 1874, it is the seat of the County of Marin and is home to Marin’s second most popular tourist destination (after Muir Woods), the Frank Lloyd Wright Civic Center. The building was the last major structure and the only government building designed by the world famous architect. It is now a national historic landmark and hosts one of the country’s best farmers markets each Thursday (seasonal, downtown) and Sunday (year-round).

Named after the Mission San Rafael Archangel, built by Spanish missionaries in 1817, San Rafael is located 11 miles north of San Francisco. The area enjoys some of the best weather in Marin as it is largely free of the coastal fog that areas closer to San Francisco experience. At the city’s heart is its charming, vibrant downtown shopping district which is a mixture of Victorian commercial buildings, ethnic restaurants, street cafes, retail stores, a historic movie theater and numerous music venues, giving San Rafael its hometown flavor.

218 Forbes Avenue Property Features

3 bedrooms / 1 bathroom
Approximately 1,662 square feet (buyer to verify)
Large 7,950 square foot lot with room for potential expansion – verify with San Rafael planning
Terraced backyard with patio and two level grass yard areas
Beautifully remodeled kitchen with marble countertops and stainless appliances
Charming covered front porch area perfect for socializing with friends and neighbors
Large basement which could be converted into living space or used as storage.
2-car garage
Walk-to-town convenience of the Forbes neighborhood
Sun Valley school district
Surrounded by multi-million dollar homes