This spacious and light-filled home blends modern luxury with an open floor plan, high ceilings, and hardwood floors throughout. The main level features a serene primary suite with a gorgeous bathtub, a second bedroom, and a welcoming family room that opens to a private terrace. Upstairs, you'll find another bedroom suite with direct access to a large sunlit deck overlooking the backyard, plus an additional guest room each with its own private bathroom for comfort and privacy. The gourmet kitchen is a true centerpiece, featuring custom cabinetry, granite island and countertops, and a wine closet. With multiple outdoor spaces from intimate terraces to an expansive deck with sweeping views this home is perfect for both vibrant entertaining and quiet relaxation. Ideally located near an abundance of hiking and biking trails, Dominican University's campus and gym, Marin Tennis Club, and easy freeway access, this home offers not just convenience, but a lifestyle of recreation, wellness, and connection to nature right at your doorstep.
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Price cut: $119K (8/17)
$1,680,000
40 Villa Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901
4beds
3,237sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1974
0.25 Acres Lot
$1,650,400 Zestimate®
$519/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Gourmet kitchenModern luxurySpacious and light-filled homeCustom cabinetrySerene primary suiteHardwood floors throughoutHigh ceilings
- 131 days |
- 804 |
- 47 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sharlene Sha DRE #01501022 408-512-5712,
Green Valley Realty 408-512-5712
Source: BAREIS,MLS#: 326030110
Originating MLS: Southern Solano County
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Primary Bedroom 2+
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ground Floor, Outside Access, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main,Upper
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Vanity, Tub
Bathroom
- Level: Main,Upper
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central, Fireplace(s)
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer
Features
- Formal Entry
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,237
- Total interior livable area: 3,237 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached
- Carport spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Exterior features: Balcony
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Features: Low Maintenance
Details
- Parcel number: 01503316
- Special conditions: Offer As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1974
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: San Rafael
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $519/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,686,872
- Date on market: 4/9/2026
- Electric utility on property: Yes
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$1,650,400
Estimated sales range
$1.57M - $1.73M
Rent Zestimate®
$7,191/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/17/2026 | Price change | $1,680,000-6.6%$519/sqft |
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| 5/28/2026 | Price change | $1,799,000-10%$556/sqft |
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| 4/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,999,000-7%$618/sqft |
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| 12/21/2025 | Listing removed | $2,150,000$664/sqft |
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| 10/30/2025 | Price change | $2,150,000-6.1%$664/sqft |
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| 9/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,290,000$707/sqft |
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| 10/16/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/19/2022 | Listed for rent | $6,900-13.8%$2/sqft |
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| 9/19/2022 | Listing removed | $2,290,000$707/sqft |
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| 8/4/2022 | Listed for sale | $2,290,000-4.2%$707/sqft |
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| 8/3/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 7/4/2022 | Listed for rent | $8,000+21.2%$2/sqft |
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| 7/4/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/18/2022 | Listed for sale | $2,390,000+67.7%$738/sqft |
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| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 8/22/2019 | Listing removed | $6,600$2/sqft |
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| 8/20/2019 | Listed for rent | $6,600$2/sqft |
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| 11/30/2016 | Sold | $1,425,000-1.7%$440/sqft |
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| 10/5/2016 | Price change | $1,450,000-3.2%$448/sqft |
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| 6/15/2016 | Price change | $1,498,000-6.3%$463/sqft |
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| 5/10/2016 | Price change | $1,598,000-5.9%$494/sqft |
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| 5/6/2016 | Listed for sale | $1,698,000$525/sqft |
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| 4/28/2016 | Pending sale | $1,698,000$525/sqft |
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| 3/9/2016 | Listed for sale | $1,698,000-0.1%$525/sqft |
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| 10/19/2015 | Listing removed | $1,699,000+208.9%$525/sqft |
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| 10/2/2012 | Sold | $550,000$170/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $1,686,872 +2% |
| 2025 | $22,741 +4.4% | $1,653,798 +2% |
| 2024 | $21,791 +1.5% | $1,621,379 +2% |
| 2023 | $21,476 +6% | $1,589,587 +2% |
| 2022 | $20,254 +1.6% | $1,558,422 +2% |
| 2021 | $19,929 +0.8% | $1,527,870 +1% |
| 2020 | $19,770 +3.8% | $1,512,210 +2% |
| 2019 | $19,052 +1% | $1,482,570 +2% |
| 2018 | $18,870 +4.1% | $1,453,500 +2% |
| 2017 | $18,129 +11.7% | $1,425,000 +11.1% |
| 2016 | $16,233 +43.2% | $1,282,801 +44.4% |
| 2015 | $11,336 +31.2% | $888,535 +33.3% |
| 2014 | $8,639 | $666,497 +21.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $550,000 +108.7% |
| 2012 | -- | $263,478 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $258,313 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $256,383 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $256,994 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $251,955 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $247,015 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $242,172 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $237,424 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $232,770 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $228,506 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $224,026 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $219,634 |
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Neighborhood: Dominican/Black Canyon
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Coleman Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 6/10James B. Davidson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 6/10San Rafael High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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