3 Beds, 3 Baths, 1,400 sq ft
42 Billou St
San Rafael, CA 94901
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Bedrooms
3
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Bathrooms
2
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Square Feet
1,314 sq ft
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Available
Available Jun 1
About This Home
Tucked away in the highly sought after Bret Harte neighborhood, this beautifully updated single level home offers an ideal blend of comfort, style, and indoor-outdoor living. A charming front porch provides the perfect spot to enjoy morning coffee or unwind with an evening drink while taking in the neighborhood ambiance. Designed for easy everyday living, the open concept floor plan is complemented by thoughtful upgrades throughout. The kitchen is anchored by a premium GE Monogram range, making it a dream for home chefs, while custom millwork, designer tilework, and gleaming hardwood floors. The spacious primary suite features an en suite bath with a double sink vanity and step in shower. There are two additional spacious bedrooms with large closets, one if which could be a dedicated home office or flex space for remote work or creative pursuits. The backyard has been thoughtfully transformed into a private retreat, with direct access from both the kitchen and bedroom/flex space. Brand new decks and a covered terrace extend the living space outdoors, overlooking beautifully refreshed landscaping with new irrigation, gravel, and stone hardscape. Whether you enjoy gardening, entertaining, or simply relaxing outdoors, the yard offers both functionality and room to make it your own. Additional amenities include a single-bay garage equipped with EV charging for modern convenience. Ideally located just 13 minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge, this exceptional home combines neighborhood charm with easy access to San Francisco and all that Marin has to offer. Option to be leaseed furnished or unfurnished. If you have any specific questions about this property, please call or text Heather Sorber at . Sign up to get HOT new rental listings from our team direct to your inbox each week!! Application Criteria includes 700+FICO score. Review all criteria here on our APPLY NOW link: ANIMAL POLICY: Pet may be considered on a case-by-case basis for well-qualified applicant(s) unless otherwise noted. ADDITIONAL TERMS: No smoking. Please expect a $55.00 application processing fee per adult. Renter's Liability Insurance required. Filter changing fee/policy applies. -------> Also available: Members-Only Access to Private Listings "COMING SOON" Pocket List: Foundation Homes: Performance Built Property Management for Results Driven Investors. Listed By: Christopher Barrow, Broker + Team Foundation Homes Property Management Leasing ~ Management ~ Sales ~ Investments DRE #01885922 ****AUTOMATED SHOWING INSTRUCTIONS:***** Please use the following link to view available times and request an appointment 24/7 online: -OR- - Automated Schedule Request Hotline - 24/7 - New Client Inquiries Need to talk to us? Please call ext 8 for our awesome receptionists. Please call during normal business hours M-F for fastest response! AGENTS/BROKERS: If listed on MLS, please consult agent instructions for showing/application instructions. Cooperating compensation varies by listing and is offered only as published on MLS listings, thanks for understanding. Our agency will handle all applications, credit reports, and lease paperwork! PROSPECTIVE RESIDENTS: Tired of management companies that don't call you back? When renting a home professionally managed by Foundation Homes, you'll enjoy a convenient online resident portal, easy rental payment options with 24/7 emergency response and a friendly staff. We sponsor monthly exclusive resident activities + curated giveaways. We have programs to help get your qualified 4-legged family members approved by Housing Providers in our program. We have a concierge utility set up service. We also have a Buyers Program if your ultimate goal is to buy a home. Plus, we call you back. How great is that? INVESTORS: Ready to live the toes-in-the-sand lifestyle when you get LEVERAGE with professional property management? If you’re still trying to DIY manage your property, we’re in a rapidly changing legislative environment filled with risk for California Property Owners. Don’t undervalue your asset with discount or DIY property management that can cost you money, lose you a great tenant, and get you into legal trouble quickly. We're performance built and results driven and can help deliver the BEST tenants and protect your asset in a changing market. Contact our office today to learn how we can help you: ext 1. This property is offered for lease ONLY by Foundation Homes. Please look carefully at all email addresses and phone area codes. If you feel that you are not dealing directly with us or a member of our staff, please call us immediately at our published phone number and we will be happy to verify you are dealing with the correct person who represents this property. If there are terms or requirements that are mission critical to you in renting this property, you are responsible for verifying before leasing the property. The Landlord is only responsible for the terms in the lease. Sometimes popular syndication sites publish inaccurate rental info without our knowledge. We're responsible for ads on our website only; we can't offer the same guarantee of accuracy for any of our ads syndicated on other sites. Any question please call Thanks for being a savvy consumer! Be safe. Be well. Amenities: Decks, Fenced Yard, EV Charger, Front Porch
42 Billou St is a house located in Marin County and the 94901 ZIP Code. This area is served by the San Rafael City Elementary School District attendance zone.
Fees and Policies
The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.
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Fees not specified
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Contact
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San Rafael sits at the heart of Marin County, serving as the county seat with a downtown scene that balances big-city energy with a distinctly laid-back Northern California pace. The streets surrounding Fourth Street are lined with local shops, eateries, and galleries, making it easy to run errands, grab coffee, or spend a slow afternoon without ever getting in your car. City parks are plentiful, and the coastal preserves and vast national forests to the north put serious outdoor adventures well within reach.
The arts carry real weight here. Bay Area native George Lucas made San Rafael the home of Industrial Light & Magic, cementing the city's creative identity. The Smith Rafael Film Center screens an eclectic lineup of classic and contemporary films inside a stunning downtown Art Deco theater that's been a cultural anchor for decades. The monthly 2nd Friday Art Walk draws a lively local crowd to galleries and studios throughout the area.
Learn more about living in San Rafael| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
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| Colleges & Universities | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 24 min | 13.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 26 min | 15.8 mi | |
| Drive: | 28 min | 16.1 mi |
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Transportation options available in San Rafael include Richmond Station, located 11.1 miles from 42 Billou St. 42 Billou St is near San Francisco International, located 30.7 miles or 50 minutes away, and Metro Oakland International, located 30.8 miles or 43 minutes away.
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Drive: | 19 min | 11.1 mi |
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| Commuter Rail | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 4 min | 1.3 mi | |
| Drive: | 7 min | 2.7 mi | |
| Drive: | 9 min | 4.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 15 min | 8.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 11.0 mi |
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San Francisco International
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Drive: | 50 min | 30.7 mi |
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Metro Oakland International
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Drive: | 43 min | 30.8 mi |
Time and distance from 42 Billou St.
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| Walk: | 5 min | 0.3 mi | |
| Walk: | 15 min | 0.8 mi | |
| Walk: | 16 min | 0.8 mi |
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WildCare
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Drive: | 4 min | 1.1 mi |
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Hal Brown Park at Creekside
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Drive: | 9 min | 3.6 mi |
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Baltimore Canyon Open Space
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Drive: | 16 min | 5.6 mi |
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Ring Mountain Preserve
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Drive: | 14 min | 6.4 mi |
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China Camp State Park
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Drive: | 16 min | 6.5 mi |
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| Hospitals | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 9 min | 3.9 mi | |
| Drive: | 12 min | 5.0 mi | |
| Drive: | 18 min | 10.9 mi |
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| Military Bases | Distance | ||
| Drive: | 24 min | 14.1 mi | |
| Drive: | 28 min | 15.6 mi | |
| Drive: | 29 min | 16.0 mi |
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