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James C. Sell
Modern Masterpiece
in San Rafael
in San Rafael
$1,499,000
Property Details
Bedrooms
3
Bathrooms
2.5
Square Feet
2,251 sq ft
Neighborhood
Lincoln-San Rafael Hill
Own a San Rafael Gem
| Tucked among the trees with a seamless blend of modern design and natural surroundings, this beautifully updated home offers a rare sense of privacy, comfort, and indoor-outdoor living. This 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom home offers approximately 2,250 square feet of thoughtfully designed living space. The main living room features soaring wood-beamed cathedral ceilings, a dramatic fireplace, and walls of windows framing serene, tree-filled views, with direct access to a spacious deck. The kitchen features quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, farmhouse sink, gas range, and flows seamlessly into the formal dining room. A second living area off the kitchen provides flexible space for a family room, media lounge, or office, with access to additional outdoor decking. The spacious primary suite features a remodeled bathroom, inviting sitting area, and private balcony, creating a peaceful retreat. A second bedroom offers an extensively updated en suite bathroom, while the third bedroom is well-positioned near a stylishly updated powder room. Multiple decks take advantage of the surrounding natural setting and capture elevated views, creating ideal spaces for outdoor dining and lounging. The property backs directly to open space and offers a unique opportunity to further enhance the yard and create a custom outdoor retreat. Extensive seller upgrades include hardwood flooring, dual-pane windows and sliding doors throughout, new exterior stucco and wood siding, updated decking and railing systems, new entry stairs, smart recessed lighting, new washer and dryer, and refreshed landscaping with irrigation. The two-car garage includes a sauna, with five additional private parking spaces in the driveway. Just moments from the Robert Dollar hiking trail, with Mountain Park and Boyd Memorial Park nearby, and minutes to downtown San Rafael and Hwy 101offering a special opportunity to enjoy the best of Marin living. |
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Neighborhood
Terra Linda-Santa Venetia represents a distinctive neighborhood within San Rafael that embodies the unique geographical and architectural character of Marin County. Nestled against the dramatic backdrop of Mount Tamalpais, this area is defined by its exceptional mid-century urban planning, characterized by thoughtfully designed residential clusters that prioritize community connectivity and natural integration. The neighborhood stands out for its remarkable landscape of rolling hills, protected open spaces, and carefully preserved residential developments that reflect a mid-20th century vision of suburban living.
The area's architectural identity is particularly notable, with a significant concentration of innovative housing designs that challenge traditional suburban models. Custom-designed homes intermingle with carefully planned residential developments, creating a diverse urban fabric that speaks to Marin County's architectural ambitions. The proximity to extensive trail systems and open spaces, including the adjacent Lucas Valley Open Space Preserve, provides residents with unparalleled access to natural landscapes, effectively blurring the lines between urban living and wilderness experience.
Community infrastructure defines the neighborhood's character, with Terra Linda Community Center and nearby schools serving as critical anchors of local life. The area's strategic location offers remarkable connectivity, providing easy access to both San Rafael's vibrant downtown and the broader Bay Area while maintaining a distinct sense of removed tranquility.
From the carefully planned street layouts to the preserved natural corridors, Terra Linda-Santa Venetia represents a unique expression of California suburban design—a place where architectural innovation, community planning, and natural beauty converge.
The area's architectural identity is particularly notable, with a significant concentration of innovative housing designs that challenge traditional suburban models. Custom-designed homes intermingle with carefully planned residential developments, creating a diverse urban fabric that speaks to Marin County's architectural ambitions. The proximity to extensive trail systems and open spaces, including the adjacent Lucas Valley Open Space Preserve, provides residents with unparalleled access to natural landscapes, effectively blurring the lines between urban living and wilderness experience.
Community infrastructure defines the neighborhood's character, with Terra Linda Community Center and nearby schools serving as critical anchors of local life. The area's strategic location offers remarkable connectivity, providing easy access to both San Rafael's vibrant downtown and the broader Bay Area while maintaining a distinct sense of removed tranquility.
From the carefully planned street layouts to the preserved natural corridors, Terra Linda-Santa Venetia represents a unique expression of California suburban design—a place where architectural innovation, community planning, and natural beauty converge.
James C. Sell
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