Set behind a private gated drive on approximately 1.12 acres in San Rafael’s coveted Dominican neighborhood, 176 Highland Avenue is a striking contemporary residence offering exceptional privacy, expansive grounds, and sweeping Mount Tamalpais views. The home offers approximately 5,900 square feet of living space designed for modern indoor-outdoor living, with six bedrooms or five bedrooms plus an office, five full baths, and one half bath. The upper level includes a private in-law suite offering excellent flexibility for extended family or guests. A spacious motor court provides parking for four cars in addition to the attached two-car garage, while the beautifully landscaped grounds feature a lawn, mature garden with year-round fruit trees, vegetable garden, a sports court, and a solar-heated pool positioned to capture full sun and the surrounding natural beauty. Expansive windows, balconies, and terraces create a seamless connection to the outdoors throughout the home. Located just minutes from Dominican University, downtown San Rafael, and miles of nearby hiking and biking trails, this exceptional property offers contemporary design, privacy, and a premier Marin County setting.
Property Details
Price:
$3,995,000
MLS #:
326020773
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
6
Type:
Single Family
Subtype:
Single Family Residence
Neighborhood:
sanrafael
Finished Sq Ft:
5,900
Lot Size:
48,900 sqft / 1.12 acres (approx)
Year Built:
1960
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Schools
Interior
# of Fireplaces
4
Appliances
Compactor, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave
Basement
None
Bath Features
Double Sinks, Skylight/Solar Tube, Window
Cooling
Central
Family Room Features
Cathedral/Vaulted, Open Beam Ceiling, Skylight(s)
Fireplace Features
Family Room, Gas Starter, Living Room, Wood Burning
Flooring
Wood
Full Bathrooms
5
Half Bathrooms
1
Heating
Central, Multi Units, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Cathedral Ceiling, Formal Entry, Open Beam Ceiling, Wet Bar
Kitchen Features
Island, Kitchen/Family Combo, Pantry Closet, Skylight(s)
Laundry Features
Cabinets, Dryer Included, Ground Floor, Inside Room, Sink, Washer Included
Living Room Features
Cathedral/Vaulted, Skylight(s)
Master Bedroom Features
Closet, Ground Floor, Walk- In Closet
Exterior
Lot Features
Garden, Landscape Back, Landscape Misc, Private
Parking Features
Attached, Enclosed, EV Charging, Garage Facing Front, Guest Parking Available, Interior Access, Side-by- Side, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+
Pool
Yes
RESIVIEW
Hills, Mt Tamalpais
Stories
2
Financial
HOA
No
Map
Community
- Address176 Highland Avenue San Rafael CA
- CitySan Rafael
- CountyMarin
- Zip Code94901
Subdivisions in San Rafael
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in San Rafael as of Apr 13, 2026
68
Single Family Listed
39
Avg DOM
740
Avg $ / SqFt
$1,897,477
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 176 Highland Avenue San Rafael CA is a Single Family for sale in San Rafael, CA, 94901. It is listed for $3,995,000 and features 5 beds, 6 baths, and has approximately 5,900 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1960. The current price per square foot is $677. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in San Rafael is $740. The average listing price for Single Family in San Rafael is $1,897,477.
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176 Highland Avenue
San Rafael, CA


