71 Balboa Avenue, San Rafael
4 BEDS | 3 BATHS | 2,368± SQFT | SOLD $1.506M
Updated Ranch Style Home with Stunning Bay Views
In the highly sought after Villa Real neighborhood of San Rafael, 71 Balboa Avenue sits up on a knoll at the end of a quiet street with stunning Bay views. This quintessential ranch style home features 4 bedrooms, 3 total baths and a bonus en-suite den/guest bedroom on the lower level. Multiple view decks and a large, flat backyard are perfect for entertaining family and friends. A short drive to vibrant Downtown San Rafael, 71 Balboa enjoys close proximity to fantastic shops and restaurants, while also within walking distance to world-class hiking/biking trails.
Walking up to the glossy black front door, one is greeted by a large living room with a wall of windows that looks out to the bay, newly refinished hardwoods floors, and a charming brick fireplace. A spacious formal dining room with room to entertain up to 10-12 connects the living room, kitchen and lushly landscaped outdoors with a view deck. The remodeled eat-in kitchen features vaulted ceilings, Corian countertops, white shaker style cabinetry, two sinks, a walk-in pantry and stainless steel appliances including a brand new refrigerator, two ovens, a dishwasher and a stovetop built-in to an oversized center island. The eat-in kitchen table comfortably seats 4-6 guests and is the perfect space for a breakfast and casual dining.
Four large bedrooms, including the en-suite primary bedroom with a large walk-in closet, two bedrooms adjoined by a full bathroom and another bedroom with a built-in desk are also on the main level of the home. The downstairs bonus room with custom built-in's, a full bathroom and extra storage affords maximum versatility to be used as a media room, guest/au-pair suite, home office, yoga studio and more.
71 Balboa Avenue enjoys everything one would expect in a private, serene setting with amazing views, while in close proximity to everything that San Rafael has to offer. Enjoy the luxury of incredible weather, nearby parks, beaches, hiking trails, and the best Farmer’s Market in all of Marin. Minutes away from the Marin Tennis Club, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, Pure Barre and so much more, it’s hard not to fall in love with the lifestyle at 71 Balboa Avenue.
HIGHLIGHTS:
4 Beds | 3 Baths
Bonus guest suite downstairs (potential 5th bedroom)
2368± SF | 10,620 SF lot (per tax records)
Views of the bay
Newly landscaped front / backyard
Open-concept kitchen
Natural sunlight throughout
Remodeled eat-in kitchen with Corian counters
Walk-in pantry
Stainless appliances
Newly refinished hardwood floors throughout main level
2-car garage with 2 additional driveway parking
Easy access to downtown San Rafael's vibrant shops, restaurants and parks
Award-winning Glenwood Elementary School
Walking-distance to the world-class hiking/biking trails, China Camp, McNears Beach & Andy's Market
Easy commute location to San Francisco
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