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listing_id: BA326078582
status: Active
price: 3895000
beds: 6
baths_full: 4
baths_half: 0
sqft_living: 3966
sqft_lot: 10062
lot_acres: 
year_built: 1929
property_type: Residential
property_subtype: Single Family Residence
address: "87 Forbes Ave"
city: San Rafael
state: CA
zip: 94901
county: "Marin County"
lat: 37.9779122
lng: -122.5369402
days_on_market: 3
hoa_fee: 
hoa_frequency: 
garage_spaces: 2
list_agent: "Evoke Group Nead & Ott"
list_office: "Coldwell Banker Realty"
list_agent_phone: "(617) 872-1491"
list_agent_license: 01988110
mls_source: REBAREIS
modified: 2026-09-15
transaction_type: buy
---

Home | Marin County | San Rafael | 94901 | 87 Forbes Ave

87 Forbes Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901

MLS: BA326078582 | Status: Active | Price: $3,895,000
Beds/Baths: 6 / 4
Property Type: Residential

Quick Facts

Beds Baths Sq Ft Sq Ft Lot Yr Built
6 4 3,966 10,062 1929

Remarks

Exquisite and storied, this magazine-worthy 1929 Tudor home was designed by San Francisco architect Wm. Winner as an exact replica of the honeymoon home that captured the hearts of original owners the D.F. Hanlons. Privately set in the flats of San Rafael's coveted Forbes neighborhood, the home sits close to Marin Academy, downtown San Anselmo & San Rafael, and miles of hiking & biking trails, with easy access to SF. A steeply pitched gable roof with numerous gables and bays, hip dormers, and stucco chimneys with brick detailing - anchored by a massive side chimney - give the home its unmistakable storybook silhouette. Beyond the front door, timeless craftsmanship unfolds throughout. Beautifully ornamented ceilings carry into the long entry hall, while a hand-carved travertine marble mantelpiece anchors one of the home's gracious gathering spaces. Soaring ceilings, architectural depth, and abundant natural light elevate every corner. The beautifully scaled rooms are layered with warmth, casual elegance, and old-world charm. The leaded glass dining room windows faithfully reproduce the character of the original Tudor home's own windows, down to their charmingly imperfect repaired panes, and original hardware found throughout the home offers a charming, authentic connection to its

MLS Listing Information

Field Value
MLS # BA326078582
MLS Source Bay Area Real Estate Information Services, Inc.
Days on Site 3

Features

Interior Features

Feature Details
Bedrooms Primary Suite/Retreat, Remodeled, Studio
Bathrooms Primary - Tub, Updated Bath(s)
Kitchen Other, Updated
Appliances Dishwasher, Freezer, Garbage Disposal, Hood Over Range, Other, Oven - Gas, Oven Range - Gas, Refrigerator
Dining Room Formal Area, Other
Family Room Deck Attached, Other
Fireplace Living Room, Wood Burning
Laundry In Laundry Room, Laundry - Yes
Cooling Central Forced Air
Heating Central Forced Air, Fireplace

Exterior Features

Feature Details
Roof Composition
Pool Pool - No
Style Tudor

Parking, School, and Other Information

Feature Details
Garage/Parking Detached, Garage: 2 Car(s)
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Public

Contact Information

Evoke Group Nead & Ott
Coldwell Banker Realty
License #: 01988110
Phone: (617) 872-1491

Property Units

# Buildings # Leased Units # Total Units
0

School Ratings

School data provided by GreatSchools.org

Nearby Schools

School Type Grades Distance Rating
Short Elementary School public KG 0.71 mi N/A
Sun Valley Elementary School public K-5 0.91 mi 10
Coleman Elementary School public K-5 0.97 mi 7
James B. Davidson Middle School public 6-8 1.05 mi 6
Laurel Dell Elementary School public K-5 1.14 mi 8
Madrone High Continuation School public 9-12 1.37 mi 1
San Rafael High School public 9-12 1.50 mi 6
Ross Elementary School public K-8 1.61 mi 10
Wade Thomas Elementary School public K-5 1.72 mi 10
Venetia Valley Elementary School public K-8 1.75 mi 5
San Rafael Adult Education public UG 1.75 mi N/A
Anthony G. Bacich Elementary School public K-4 1.76 mi 10
Terra Linda High School public 9-12 1.79 mi 9
Adaline E. Kent Middle School public 5-8 1.85 mi 10
Archie Williams High School public 9-12 2.01 mi 10
Cam-Old Gallinas Childrens Center public KG 2.03 mi N/A
Vallecito Elementary School public K-5 2.11 mi 9
Brookside Elementary School public K-5 2.28 mi 7
Bahia Vista Elementary School public K-5 2.28 mi 4
Marin County Rop School public 9-12 2.58 mi N/A

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100 Meadowcroft Dr $3,995,000 3 2 2,055 Active
56 Miwok Dr $4,395,000 6 4 4,475 Active

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This listing information is up-to-date as of September 15, 2026. For the most current information, please contact Evoke Group Nead & Ott, (617) 872-1491.