Discover a lifestyle where every day feels like a vacation in this cherished 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath custom waterfront home. Built for himself by a prominent Marin builder, and remaining in the family for over 60 years, this property offers a rare sense of legacy and history.The home is perfectly situated on a sheltered cove off the San Rafael Canal, complete with a shared deep-water dock and its own private boat slip, also ideal for launching kayaks and stand up paddleboards.A home designed for light and flow, the living room boasts vaulted ceilings and a classic stone fireplace, while a comfortable family room off the kitchen features a second fireplace, dining area, and a built-in wet bar. Both primary gathering spaces open via sliders to a generous, sun-drenched patio-a tranquil and expansive setting for relaxing or entertaining with views of the water.The property is just down the street from Pickleweed Park, with a sports field, picnic area, and playground, and minutes from Highway 101. A large three-car garage plus bonus storage spaces provide ample room for everything.
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Price cut: $100K (3/6)
$1,595,000
120 Canal Street, San Rafael, CA 94901
4beds
2,590sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
6,599.34 Square Feet Lot
$1,562,100 Zestimate®
$616/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 171 days |
- 1,927 |
- 81 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 14, 2026 at 11:03am
Listed by:
Stephen Pringle DRE #01326676 415-720-7832,
Corcoran Icon Properties 415-496-2600
Source: BAREIS,MLS#: 325087293
Originating MLS: Marin County
Originating MLS: Marin CountyTour with a local agent
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Sitting Room
- Level: Upper
Bedroom
- Level: Main,Upper
Bathroom
- Level: Main,Upper
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen Island
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Laundry: In Garage
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s)
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,590
- Total interior livable area: 2,590 sqft
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Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Attached, Boat, Enclosed, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+, Workshop in Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Dock
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
- Waterfront features: Navigable Water
Lot
- Size: 6,599.34 Square Feet
- Features: Garden
Details
- Parcel number: 01720123
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: San Rafael
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $616/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $598,743
- Annual tax amount: $9,146
- Date on market: 9/30/2025
Estimated market value
$1,562,100
$1.48M - $1.64M
$5,888/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/6/2026 | Price change | $1,595,000-5.9%$616/sqft |
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| 11/18/2025 | Price change | $1,695,000-13.1%$654/sqft |
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| 10/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,950,000+420%$753/sqft |
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| 1/15/1998 | Sold | $375,000$145/sqft |
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Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $9,146 +6.7% | $598,743 +2% |
| 2024 | $8,568 +2.1% | $587,005 +2% |
| 2023 | $8,389 +5.5% | $575,497 +2% |
| 2022 | $7,948 +1.5% | $564,213 +2% |
| 2021 | $7,827 +0.4% | $553,150 +1% |
| 2020 | $7,794 +5.4% | $547,480 +2% |
| 2019 | $7,398 +0.8% | $536,748 +2% |
| 2018 | $7,338 +3.7% | $526,225 +2% |
| 2017 | $7,076 +3.5% | $515,910 +2% |
| 2016 | $6,836 +4.6% | $505,795 +1.5% |
| 2015 | $6,536 +4.5% | $498,198 +2% |
| 2014 | $6,257 | $488,440 +0.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $486,235 +2% |
| 2012 | -- | $476,703 +2% |
| 2011 | -- | $467,358 +0.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $463,867 -0.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $464,970 +2% |
| 2008 | -- | $455,853 +2% |
| 2007 | -- | $446,917 +2% |
| 2006 | -- | $438,157 +2% |
| 2005 | -- | $429,565 +2% |
| 2004 | -- | $421,143 +1.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $413,425 +2% |
| 2002 | -- | $405,322 +2% |
| 2001 | -- | $397,375 |
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Est. payment
$9,700/mo
Principal & interest
$8198
Property taxes
$1502
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Canal
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Bahia Vista Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10James B. Davidson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 6/10San Rafael High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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