8-units. Welcome to the Merrydale View Apartments, ideally situated at the top of a cul-de-sac on the west side of the freeway in San Rafael's vibrant Civic Center area. This two-story bread-and-butter building comprises a mix of three spacious two-bedroom and five comfortable one-bedroom apartments catering to various lifestyle preferences. Nestled against a picturesque hillside, the property offers breathtaking views across Terra Linda, providing a serene and scenic living environment. Residents can take advantage of convenient off-street parking and an on-site laundry facility. The lower units feature a charming fenced-in patio, while upper units boast a delightful view deck. Constructed in 1960, this building is wood frame on a concrete perimeter foundation.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Contemporary
Year Built: 1960
Living Area: 4,914 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: Golden Gate Sotheby's International Realty
Office Phone: (415) 464-9300, 34299
Listing Agent: Michael J Burke, Pamela Burke Pamela Burke
Exterior Features
Parking Information:
Parking: Off Street
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot Size: 0.50 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Central
Cooling: None
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: N San Pedro exit, west. Left on Merrydale to the end.
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $2,800,000
Price Per SqFt: $570/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $45,524
Tax Year: 2021
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Property Sales & Tax
Listing History
DATE
EVENT
PRICE
May 22, 2014
May 22, 2014Home Sold
$1,775,000
Sep 14, 2005
Sep 14, 2005Home Sold
$1,435,000
Mar 27, 2003
Mar 27, 2003Home Sold
$1,088,000
Tax History
YEAR
PROP. TAX
ASSESSMENT
2021
$45,524
$2,921,486
2020
$44,844
$2,891,574
2019
$42,657
$2,834,960
2018
$41,017
$2,779,436
2017
$41,017
$2,725,000
History based on county public records data.
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Nearby Schools
5
/10
Coleman Elementary School
800 Belle Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.13 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
8
/10
Sun Valley Elementary School
75 Happy Ln
Distance between this listing and this school1.18 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
6
/10
Vallecito Elementary School
50 Nova Albion Way
Distance between this listing and this school1.50 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
Nearby Schools
3
/10
Venetia Valley K-8 School
177 N San Pedro Rd
Distance between this listing and this school0.73 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
4
/10
James B. Davidson Middle School
280 Woodland Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.82 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
8
/10
Ross School
9 Lagunitas Rd
Distance between this listing and this school2.54 miles
Public District Grades KG-8
Nearby Schools
7
/10
Terra Linda High School
320 Nova Albion Way
Distance between this listing and this school1.38 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
2
/10
Madrone High Continuation
185 Mission Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.73 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
6
/10
San Rafael High School
150 3rd St
Distance between this listing and this school1.73 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $68,172. Most San Rafael, CA residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.
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This home is located at 7 Merrydale Rd in San Rafael, CA and zip code 94903. This 4,914 square foot home, which was built in 1960, sits on a 0.50 acre lot. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 12, 2024 and is currently priced at $2,800,000.
While more than 23 listings in San Rafael, CA in October 2024 were sold above asking price, there were more than 13 listings sold at asking price, and more than 17 were sold below. The inventory of homes for sale in San Rafael, CA between September 2024 and October 2024 increased by 11.1%. In October 2024 median list price was $1,303,000 and the average listing age was 50 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.
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