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197 Novato St, San Rafael, CA, 94901

$569,000

Home List Price

$6,757*

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3 Bedrooms
1 Full Bath, 1 Partial
1,344 SqFt
$423/SqFt
Condo
Schools Nearby

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197 Novato St, San Rafael$569,000

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$6,757*

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Property Highlights

Home TypeCondominium
ParkingGarage Facing Front, Interior Access, Uncovered Parking Space
Garage1 space
Year Built1966
HeatingFireplace(s), Multi Unit(s)
CoolingCeiling Fan(s)
FireplaceBrick, Living Room
ViewGarden, Hills, Ridge
Private PoolYes
MLS #323929889
Lot Size0.06 Acres
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent - Show)

About 197 Novato St

Welcome to 197 Novato St, a well appointed two level townhome-style condo located in San Rafael's Canal neighborhood. This spacious end-unit 3BD/1.5BA with 1344 sqft of living space is immediately ready for its next owner. There is a one car attached garage with interior access as well as a second uncovered spot right out front. The main floor offers an open layout with spacious living room and dining area which slider access to a private, fenced and partially covered patio. The galley style kitchen features abundant granite countertop space and cabinetry. The updated 1/2 bath has a beautiful epoxy countertop. All three bedrooms and a full bath reside on the second level. A generous south-facing primary bedroom with direct bathroom access sees great natural light and enjoys a wonderful view of Mt. Tam. Updated flooring and dual pane windows throughout. Washer & dryer are situated in a dedicated laundry room on the main level. The HOA fee includes exterior maintenance, exterior ground, roof and presents a pool for residents to enjoy. Only unit with a side area for storage. Come visit to see what this wonderful condo has to offer!

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Contemporary
  • Year Built: 1966
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,344 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Redfin
  • Office Phone: (877) 973-3346, 0
  • Listing Agent: Michael Viani

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave
  • Flooring Type: See Remarks
  • Interior: Skylight(s), Storage Area(s)
  • Fireplace: Brick, Living Room

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Private Pool: Yes
  • View: Garden, Hills, Ridge
  • Exterior: Entry Gate

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Parking: Garage Facing Front, Interior Access, Uncovered Parking Space

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot Size: 0.06 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Fireplace(s), Multi Unit(s)
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s)

School Info

Assigned Schools Information:

  • San Rafael High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • Terra Linda High School, Public District Grades 9-12
  • James B. Davidson Middle School, Public District Grades 6-8
  • San Pedro Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-5
  • Short Elementary School, Public District Grades KG-2

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: Take Francisco Blvd from 101, left on Bellam to Belvedere, right on Canal and another right on Novato

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $569,000
  • Price Per SqFt: $423/SqFt

HOA Fees:

  • Amount: $510
  • Frequency: Monthly

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $5,248
  • Tax Year: 2021
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Housing Market Comparison

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San Rafael, CA

City

Med. Sold Price

$1.3M

Med. Price/SqFt

$699

Avg. Days On Market

13

# of Sold Homes

44

197 Novato St vs San Rafael

138 DAYS ON ROCKET

+125 Days

$569,000

-$743.2K Less

$423/SqFt

-$277 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $743.2K less than the Median Sold Price and $277/SqFt less than other homes in San Rafael, CA.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: BAREIS MLS
  • MLS Number: #323929889

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: Redfin
  • Office Phone: (877) 973-3346, 0
  • Listing Agent: Michael Viani

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Jun 18, 2008Home Sold
$240,000
Mar 22, 2006Home Sold
$560,000

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2021$5,248$288,796
2020$5,074$285,834
2019$4,789$280,232
2018$4,618$274,739
2017$4,618$268,271

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Elementary School

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2
/10

  • San Pedro Elementary School

  • 498 Point San Pedro Rd

  • 1.07 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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2
/10

  • Short Elementary School

  • 35 Marin St

  • 1.64 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-2

Middle School

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5
/10

  • James B. Davidson Middle School

  • 280 Woodland Ave

  • 1.05 miles

  • Public District Grades 6-8

High School

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4
/10

  • San Rafael High School

  • 185 Mission Ave

  • 0.56 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

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6
/10

  • Terra Linda High School

  • 320 Nova Albion Way

  • 3.56 miles

  • Public District Grades 9-12

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $34,324. Most San Rafael, CA residents have annual incomes less than $35k. Typical family type is married, with kids. The majority of residents in this area have high school diploma education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 197 Novato St

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 197 Novato St property is $569,000.

What type of property is this?

The property 197 Novato St is a condo located in San Rafael, California, 94901.

Is this property for sale now?

Accepting Backup Offers: 197 Novato St is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

What are the assigned schools for this property?

The assigned schools for 197 Novato St are:
San Pedro Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10
Short Elementary School: GreatSchools Rating 2/10
James B. Davidson Middle School: GreatSchools Rating 5/10
San Rafael High School: GreatSchools Rating 4/10
Terra Linda High School: GreatSchools Rating 6/10

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2021 is $5,248 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on June 18, 2008 for $240,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 197 Novato St has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 197 Novato St is 1,344 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 197 Novato St is 1966.

Rocket Homes›California›Marin County›San Rafael›94901›197 Novato St

This home is located at 197 Novato St in San Rafael, CA and zip code 94901 in the Harbor Village neighborhood. This 1,344 square foot home, which was built in 1966, sits on a 0.06 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since December 17, 2023 and is currently priced at $569,000.

Over 32 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2024 in San Rafael, CA. In the same period over 9 listings were sold below the listed price and 3 listings were sold for the listed price. Between March 2024 and April 2024, San Rafael, CA real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 26.9%. The median list price of listings available in April 2024 was $1,312,200, while the average time on the real estate market was 13 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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