A special waterfront offering on the shores of San Rafael Creek, Sabriski Cove is a gated waterfront enclave with a distinctly resort-like atmosphere. Comprised of just 21 residences, this hidden gem offers a rare blend of tranquility, value & waterfront living. A community dock with open boat slips available for lease provides direct access to a protected estuary & SF Bay for kayaking, paddleboarding, boating, fishing & countless opportunities to enjoy life on the water. This inviting ground-level corner end unit features 2 bedrooms & 2 baths, with captivating creekside outlooks that fill the home with natural light & serenity. Open living & dining areas are anchored by a welcoming fireplace, while glass doors open to a private deck overlooking the creek, where sailboats, motorboats & dazzling evening lights from nearby waterfront homes create a picturesque marina-like setting. A mirrored wall in the living room & mirrored-backed built-in cabinetry enhance the sense of space while reflecting natural light & adding a subtle sparkle throughout. The kitchen balances functionality with connection to the surrounding scenery. Pass-through openings preserve sightlines to the water, & white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances & open shelving create an inviting space for everyday living & entertaining. The full hall bath features blue tile inspired by the home's nautical setting. The spacious primary suite serves as a peaceful waterside retreat with its own private deck-ideal for morning coffee, yoga, or taking in tranquil waterfront views. The ensuite bath includes an open vanity area, private shower/tub & water closet, while a wall-length cedar-lined closet with built-ins provides generous storage. The 2nd bedroom offers custom shelving & a large walk-in closet. Additional conveniences include an in-unit stacked washer & dryer, storage closets on both decks & an assigned parking space directly in front of the residence. Ideally located minutes from Hwy 101 & I-580, downtown San Rafael, Whole Foods, Montecito Plaza & Andy's Market in Loch Lomond, this exceptional home offers the rare combination of waterfront living, dock access & everyday convenience. Enjoy wildlife viewing from your deck, including more than 35 species of birds, seals, otters & fish. Combining charming design, a captivating maritime setting & effortless access to amenities, this residence embodies relaxed Marin County living while offering a rare waterside lifestyle at an attainable price.
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Price cut: $25K (8/11)
$550,000
490 Canal Street #9, San Rafael, CA 94901
2beds
1,008sqft
Condominium
Built in 1975
-- sqft lot
$539,800 Zestimate®
$546/sqft
$514/mo HOA
What's special
Gated waterfront enclavePicturesque marina-like settingWelcoming fireplaceWhite cabinetryNatural light and serenityCaptivating creekside outlooksMirrored-backed built-in cabinetry
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Listed by:
Raquel Newman DRE #02020923 415-450-8544,
Compass 415-789-8686
Source: BAREIS,MLS#: 326052633
Originating MLS: Marin County
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Baths Other, Dining Room, Kitchen, Living Room, Master Bathroom, Master Bedroom, Possible Guest
Primary bedroom
- Features: Balcony, Closet, Ground Floor, Outside Access
- Level: Main
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Primary bathroom
- Features: Tub w/Shower Over
Bathroom
- Features: Tile, Tub w/Shower Over
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Features: Dining/Living Combo
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Tile Counters
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Deck Attached, View
- Level: Main
Heating
- Baseboard
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Electric Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Washer/Dryer Stacked
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
- Windows: Window Coverings
- Basement: None
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Piped, Living Room, Metal
- Common walls with other units/homes: End Unit,No One Below
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,008
- Total interior livable area: 1,008 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Assigned, Covered, Guest
- Carport spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City Lights, Hills, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Navigable Water
Lot
- Size: 1,694 Square Feet
- Features: Low Maintenance
Details
- Parcel number: 01422009
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Architectural style: Contemporary,Traditional
- Property subtype: Condominium
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Materials
- Shingle Siding
Condition
- Year built: 1975
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security Gate, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Sabriski Cove
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Other, See Remarks
- Services included: Common Areas, Insurance on Structure, Maintenance Grounds, Roof, Sewer, Trash, Water
- HOA fee: $514 monthly
- HOA name: Sabriski Cove
- HOA phone: 833-926-8626
Location
- Region: San Rafael
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $546/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $698,160
- Date on market: 6/17/2026
Estimated market value
$539,800
$513,000 - $567,000
$3,503/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/11/2026 | Price change | $550,000-4.3%$546/sqft |
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| 6/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $575,000-10.9%$570/sqft |
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| 8/4/2021 | Sold | $645,000-7.7%$640/sqft |
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| 3/12/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 2/6/2021 | Listed for sale | $699,000$693/sqft |
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| 1/22/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 12/22/2020 | Listed for sale | $699,000-21.4%$693/sqft |
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| 2/28/2006 | Sold | $889,090+140.9%$882/sqft |
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| 11/4/2003 | Sold | $369,000$366/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | -- | $698,160 +2% |
| 2025 | $10,483 +3.8% | $684,474 +2% |
| 2024 | $10,100 +2% | $671,058 +2% |
| 2023 | $9,898 +5.5% | $657,900 +2% |
| 2022 | $9,380 +0.7% | $645,000 +5% |
| 2021 | $9,319 +20.1% | $614,166 +20.4% |
| 2020 | $7,760 +1.8% | $510,000 |
| 2019 | $7,626 +5.2% | $510,000 +7.4% |
| 2018 | $7,247 +9.9% | $474,724 +10% |
| 2017 | $6,595 +8.2% | $431,568 +8% |
| 2016 | $6,094 +11% | $399,600 +8% |
| 2015 | $5,488 +4.3% | $370,000 +1.5% |
| 2014 | $5,263 | $364,480 +12% |
| 2013 | -- | $325,430 +4% |
| 2012 | -- | $312,914 |
| 2011 | -- | $312,914 |
| 2010 | -- | $312,914 -4% |
| 2009 | -- | $325,954 -27.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $450,000 -9.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $496,230 +32% |
| 2006 | -- | $376,000 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $368,628 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $361,400 +79.4% |
| 2003 | -- | $201,454 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $197,505 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $193,631 |
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