Zamira Solari Presents
42 Ridge Ave, San Rafael
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$1,395,000
Property Details
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beds
3
baths
2.5
interior
1,700 sq ft
neighborhood
Outer Dominican
This well-loved beauty set in San Rafael's lovely Outer Dominican neighborhood is all dolled up and ready for its next lucky owner! With a versatile floorplan of ~1,700 sqft currently used as a 2 bedroom / 1.5 bathrooms on the main level plus exterior access to another grand suite with a spacious bathroom, and large walk-in closet just perfect for guest quarters, an office, possible conversion to an ADU, the list goes on. Enveloped in magnificent views, this sun-drenched home boasts soaring vaulted wood ceilings and a grand floor-to-ceiling Sonoma stone fireplace. The large-scale open floorplan with an abundance of windows welcomes the gorgeous surroundings into every room. At the heart of this home is a stunning remodeled kitchen with custom cabinets, stainless appliances, soft-close drawers and doors, quartz countertops, Heath tile backsplash, island, Italian hardware, and plentiful storage. With two entertaining decks, a flower-cutting garden, and a lovely and lush level backyard, it's an incredible spot for indoor/outdoor living. Gorgeous light fixtures and wood floors throughout. A/C, dual paned windows, large laundry room, loads of storage, 2 car carport. Centrally located close to all conveniences, shopping, schools, restaurants, freeway access, and so much more. It's all about turnkey living right here!
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Highlights & Features
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- 3 Bedroom | 2.5 bathrooms
- 1,700 Sq Ft house | 4,900 Sq Ft Lot
- Lower bedroom and bathroom with huge walk-in closet, wood ceilings, deck, extra large bathroom, and a separate entrance, perfect for home office, in-law unit or au pair suite. Possible ADU conversion (check with the City of SR)
- Stunning remodeled kitchen with custom cabinets, stainless appliances, soft close drawers and doors, quartz countertops, Heath tile backsplash, island, Italian hardware, stainless appliances and loads of storage
- Living room / dining area features soaring vaulted wood ceilings, newly refinished wood floors, expansive views, and a grand floor-to-ceiling Sonoma stone fireplace
- 2 separate decks to take in the tranquil views and twinkling lights at night
- Lovely private yard area with mature landscaping, patio area, and a stunning Magnolia tree
- Main floor has two sunny bedrooms connected by an updated adjoining bathroom
- Full bathroom has double sinks, honed marble, a walk-in shower and a separate bathtub
- Updated main floor powder room
- Air conditioning
- Dual pane windows throughout
- Freshly painted interior
- Beautiful light fixtures throughout
- Good sized laundry room with additional storage
- Two large storage areas downstairs
- Colorful cutting garden out front
- Two car carport
- Central location with easy access to shopping, restaurants & all conveniences
- Close proximity to Dominican University
Seller List of Improvements
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- Installed new foam roof (2022)
- Installed central air conditioning (2021)
- Installed new water heater (2017)
- Installed new sliding glass door and screen in living room (2017)
- New exterior painting (2015) - some additional touch up to railings and exterior wall off dining (2024).
- Kitchen remodel with custom cabinets, soft close drawers, and doors; with Heath tile backsplash, quartz countertops, and Italian hardware (2013)
- New electrical panel and general electrical upgrades (2011)
- Plumbing improvement
- Marble primary bathroom remodel. Honed marble (2022)
- Installed double-paned windows throughout
- Re-siding & weatherproofing outside
- Installed stairway from lower level to garden & created deck outside lower front door entrance
- Installed ceiling fans in the living room and primary bedroom
- Purchased and installed custom shades
- New ceiling and insulation for lower level
- Professional garden landscaping and patio installation; and installed handrails on garden stairs
- Installed double-pane windows throughout
- Replaced decking on upper floor patio
- Installed gate leading to upper front door
- Earthquake proofing: installed tie plates, flashing & plywood cross-bracing
- Installed flood lights for stairs and garden
- Insulated attic and floor
- Built fence at street, near parking spaces
- Added Toto toilets in both bathrooms - the toilet in the primary bathroom is new
- Added closet doors to main level bedrooms
Market Improvements Prior to Listing:
- Interior Painting throughout the upstairs, including smoothing the walls in the living room, kitchen, and hallway.
- Sanded & refinished hardwood floors throughout the upstairs level.
- Added closet doors to both upstairs bedrooms.
- Touched up caulking in the upstairs kitchen.
- Replaced ceiling fan in primary bedroom with new light fixture.
- Power washed the exterior of the entire property and painted stairs, railings, and upstairs walls along the front of the house and on the top deck.
- Painted interior of downstairs unit.
- Painted both front doors of upstairs and downstairs units respectively.
- Touched up caulking & grouting in all 3 bathrooms.
- Cleaned grout in the studio bathroom.
- Installed new cabinet hardware in the downstairs unit bathroom.
- Installed two new light fixtures in the downstairs unit bathroom.
San Rafael
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The county seat of Marin, San Rafael is large, diverse, eclectic, and historic. That history stretches from California's beginnings, with the 1817 founding of Mission San Rafael on the old El Camino Real, to the construction of the eye-popping Marin Civic Center in the 1960s. Designed by renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright, the Civic Center was completed in 1962 and is so futuristic that it pops up in science-fiction films.
San Rafael still looks to the future thanks to a vibrant downtown redevelopment effort. The focal point of downtown is the Smith Rafael Film Center, which features a state–of-the-art multiplex cinema that screens independent and foreign films. Cuisine is eclectic: within a few blocks of 4th Street diners can find sushi, Indian, Thai, Italian, Mexican, and Puerto Rican food. Thursday afternoons in the spring and summer find 4th Street hosting a farmers market, which features live music.
The neighborhoods of San Rafael are equally distinctive. From the sought-after midcentury Eichler homes of Terra Linda to the Victorians that surround Dominican College and the custom homes of Lucas Valley, San Rafael provides diversity of price and style.
It's also easy to get away from it all in San Rafael. Nearby China Camp State Park is a jewel by the bay, offering: a kid-friendly, walk-in campground for tents only; a shallow, protected swimming beach; and biking and running trails.
San Rafael still looks to the future thanks to a vibrant downtown redevelopment effort. The focal point of downtown is the Smith Rafael Film Center, which features a state–of-the-art multiplex cinema that screens independent and foreign films. Cuisine is eclectic: within a few blocks of 4th Street diners can find sushi, Indian, Thai, Italian, Mexican, and Puerto Rican food. Thursday afternoons in the spring and summer find 4th Street hosting a farmers market, which features live music.
The neighborhoods of San Rafael are equally distinctive. From the sought-after midcentury Eichler homes of Terra Linda to the Victorians that surround Dominican College and the custom homes of Lucas Valley, San Rafael provides diversity of price and style.
It's also easy to get away from it all in San Rafael. Nearby China Camp State Park is a jewel by the bay, offering: a kid-friendly, walk-in campground for tents only; a shallow, protected swimming beach; and biking and running trails.
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