Private boat dock w/access to the San Pablo Bay,Delta,& Pacific Ocean thru the Golden Gate Bridge.Sun-filled,single level living w/indoor-outdoor features,perfect for entertaining many guests at one time.Great,level parking options!Gated yard.The open floor plan offers privacy for guests & the space lends itself to large holiday gatherings.Tastefully decorated w/a traditional,coastal flair,the warm interior colors lend itself to living on the water.Lifestyle is what this property is all about!Outside on the low-maintenance patio enjoy a large jetted spa,covered patio w/remote electronic sunshades,large,circular built-in fire pit,& dock complete w/electrical tower,water,& a swim ladder,perfect for enjoying summertime activities.Nature surrounds this very special location!Across the street is the entrance to a nature path along the marsh & San Pablo Bay.Take your paddle board,kayak, or swim w/the many local animals that gather in the community.Join the San Rafael Yacht Club & take part in all of the local community events in the area.Need storage space?You'll be pleasantly surprised @ the storage in this home,& just wait until you see the open space above the garage!EV charger incl.Waterfront living doesn't get much better than this.Please view photo descriptions & lifestyle video!
Sold for $2,500,000
$2,500,000
78 Sea Way, San Rafael, CA 94901
3beds
2,760sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1951
8,498.56 Square Feet Lot
$2,537,900 Zestimate®
$906/sqft
$6,976 Estimated rent
Home value
$2,537,900
$2.28M - $2.82M
$6,976/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: October 10, 2025 at 07:44am
Listed by:
Candace Nordstrom DRE #01320089 415-302-7404,
Coldwell Banker Realty 415-461-3000,
Lynnette Kling DRE #01318366 415-847-2576,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Faber Real Estate Team, DRE #01913767
Compass
Source: BAREIS,MLS#: 325050752
Originating MLS: Marin County
Originating MLS: Marin CountyFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Outside Access, Walk-In Closet(s)
Bedroom
- Level: Main
Primary bathroom
- Features: Shower Stall(s), Tub, Walk-In Closet(s), Window
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Stall(s), Stone
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Area, Kitchen/Family Combo, Stone Counters
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Range Hood, Microwave, Wine Refrigerator, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Laundry Closet
Features
- Storage, Wet Bar
- Flooring: Stone, Tile, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s), Window Coverings
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,760
- Total interior livable area: 2,760 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 12
- Parking features: Attached, Boat, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Front, Guest, Inside Entrance, Paved
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Uncovered spaces: 10
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Covered Courtyard, Fire Pit, Dock
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Private
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Garden/Greenbelt, Hills, Mt Tamalpais, Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
Lot
- Size: 8,498 sqft
- Features: Auto Sprinkler F&R, Dead End, Garden, Landscaped, Landscape Front, Low Maintenance, Other
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 00905205
- Special conditions: Offer As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Composition
Condition
- Year built: 1951
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 220 Volts in Kitchen, 220 Volts in Laundry, Other
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Prewired, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: San Rafael
- Subdivision: Marina Vista
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2025 | Sold | $2,500,000+0.2%$906/sqft |
Source:  BAREIS #325050752 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2025 | Contingent | $2,495,000$904/sqft |
Source: BAREIS #325050752 Report a problem | ||
| 6/2/2025 | Listed for sale | $2,495,000+41%$904/sqft |
Source: BAREIS #325050752 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2017 | Sold | $1,770,000-1.6%$641/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2017 | Pending sale | $1,799,000$652/sqft |
Source: Vanguard Properties #21703885 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $27,479 +3.7% | $2,054,191 +2% |
| 2024 | $26,500 +1.4% | $2,013,923 +2% |
| 2023 | $26,139 +6.1% | $1,974,435 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Country Club
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10San Pedro Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10James B. Davidson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.7 mi
- 6/10San Rafael High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: San Rafael City Schools
Source: BAREIS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.