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listing_id: BA326028566
status: Active
price: 1495000
beds: 5
baths_full: 4
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 3000
sqft_lot: 6800
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1953
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "138 Tamal Vista Dr"
city: San Rafael
state: CA
zip: 94901
county: "Marin County"
lat: 37.9796598
lng: -122.5501254
days_on_market: 36
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 2
list_agent: "George De Salvo"
list_office: "Compass"
list_agent_phone: "(415) 722-7851"
list_agent_license: 00451249
mls_source: REBAREIS
modified: 2026-05-12
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | Marin County | San Rafael | 94901 | 138 Tamal Vista Dr

138 Tamal Vista Dr, San Rafael, CA 94901

MLS: BA326028566 | Status: Active | Price: $1,495,000
Beds/Baths: 5 / 4
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
5 4 3,000 6,800 1953

Upcoming Open Houses

Date Time Hosted By
Sunday, May 17 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm

Remarks

Flexible Living with Two Separate Spaces in Prime San Rafael Location This light-filled mid-century home offers a rare opportunity for true dual living. With a fully separate lower level featuring its own entrance, deck, and efficiency kitchen, it is Ideal for multi-generational living, co-living, guest quarters, rental income, or a dedicated live/work setup with private client access. The main level features an airy living and dining space with open-beamed ceilings and a classic brick fireplace, along with a spacious kitchen and breakfast area that open to an expansive deck surrounded by greenery and a Mt Tam view. Three bedrooms and two baths, including a primary suite, complete this level. Downstairs, the independent lower level includes two bedrooms, two baths, a large living room, efficiency kitchen, and its own deck, offering flexibility and privacy that's increasingly hard to find. Set in a peaceful hillside setting just above Miracle Mile, the property also offers ample room and the potential to create a terraced garden or outdoor living space below the home (buyer to verify), adding another dimension of value and possibility. Minutes from shopping, dining, and everyday conveniences, this is a unique opportunity to shape a home that adapts to how you want t

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # BA326028566
MLS Source Bay Area Real Estate Information Services, Inc.
Days on Site 36

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bedrooms Primary Suite/Retreat, Primary Suite/Retreat - 2+
Bathrooms Shower(s) over Tub(s), Tile
Kitchen Breakfast Nook, Countertop - Granite
Appliances Microwave, Oven - Electric, Oven Range - Gas, Dryer, Washer
Dining Room Dining Area in Living Room
Family Room Deck Attached, Other
Fireplace Brick
Flooring Concrete, Tile, Wood
Laundry Laundry Area
Cooling None
Heating Central Forced Air, Electric

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Composition
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Pool None, Pool - No
Style Contemporary, Other

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Attached Garage, Facing Front, Garage: 2 Car(s)
Sewer Public Sewer

Contact Information

George De Salvo
Compass
License #: 00451249
Phone: (415) 722-7851

Property Units

# Buildings # Leased Units # Total Units
0

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Sun Valley Elementary School public K-5 0.39 mi 10
Short Elementary School public K-5 1.15 mi N/A
Wade Thomas Elementary School public K-5 1.16 mi 10
Archie Williams High School public 9-12 1.29 mi 10
Ross Elementary School public K-8 1.33 mi 10
San Rafael Adult Education public UG 1.38 mi N/A
Terra Linda High School public 9-12 1.43 mi 9
Brookside Elementary School public K-5 1.60 mi 7
James B. Davidson Middle School public 6-8 1.65 mi 6
Laurel Dell Elementary School public K-5 1.67 mi 8
Coleman Elementary School public K-5 1.69 mi 7
Vallecito Elementary School public K-5 1.84 mi 9
Adaline E. Kent Middle School public 5-8 1.89 mi 10
Anthony G. Bacich Elementary School public K-4 1.97 mi 10
Venetia Valley Elementary School public K-8 2.03 mi 5
San Rafael High School public 9-12 2.10 mi 6
Hidden Valley Elementary public K-5 2.20 mi 10
Madrone High Continuation School public 9-12 2.22 mi 1
Cam-Old Gallinas Childrens Center public KG 2.32 mi N/A
Marin County Special Education School public K-12 2.35 mi N/A

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Address Price Beds Baths Sq Ft Status
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1036 Lea Dr $1,649,000 6 4/1 3,282 Active
355 Butterfield Rd $1,299,000 4 2/1 2,605 Active
532 Tamarack Dr $1,295,000 3 2 1,526 Active
164 Camino De Herrera Unkn $1,495,000 4 2 2,028 Active

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This listing information is up-to-date as of May 12, 2026. For the most current information, please contact George De Salvo, (415) 722-7851.