117 - 119 Altena Street, San Rafael, CA 94901, USA

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Property Overview:

117-119 Altena St is a multi-family duplex in San Rafael, CA, built in 1966. It features 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 2,080 sq. ft. of living space (each unit approx. 1,035 sq. ft.). The property includes a parking garage, on-site parking, and bay views. Not on the market in over 30 years. Owners prefer to sell with contiguous parcel (MLS #21507672), also a duplex, for $670,000.

Neighborhood Highlights:

  • Crime Rate:

    • Personal crime risk: 6.1% (lower than state average of 11.8%).
    • Property crime risk: 9.2% (lower than state average of 10.8%).

  • Schools:
    Nearby schools include Bahia Vista Elementary, Madrone High Continuation, and James B. Davidson Middle.

    • Average SAT score: 1078 (540 Math, 538 English)—above state average of 975.

  • Job Market:

    • 64.7% white-collar jobs, 35.3% blue-collar jobs.
    • Unemployment rate: 3.4% (lower than state average of 4.7%).

  • Demographics:

    • Community population: 38,300 (8% growth since 2000).
    • 58% families with children.
    • Largest age group: 25-34 years (16.14%); second largest: 35-44 years (15.1%).

  • Natural Disaster Risk:

    • Low flood risk, low tornado risk, high earthquake risk.

  • Weather:

    • Average temperature: 54.3°F (January), 73.7°F (July).
    • Average rainfall: 16.2 inches/year.
    • Average snowfall: 0 inches/year.

  • Cost of Living:

    • Median household income: $82,044.
    • Average annual spending: $59,514.

Property Features:

  • Two large 2-bedroom, 1-bath units with open floorplans (~1,035 sq. ft. each).
  • Updated kitchens:
    • Quartz countertops, spacious islands (seating for four), ample cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, subway tile backsplashes.
  • Living/Dining:
    • Combination spaces with brick fireplaces in each unit.
  • Top unit:
    • Midcentury flair, beamed ceilings, spectacular water view.
    • White-washed wide plank flooring, specialized acrylic window inserts for quiet living.
    • New ductless mini-split system for heat & A/C.
    • Large private deck off primary bedroom.
  • Lower unit:
    • Ground floor, private patio, breezeway to side yard.
    • Fully fenced yard with three large storage sheds.
  • Parking: Garage and ample on-site parking.
  • Long-term tenants on month-to-month leases; rents are low with upside potential.

Location Benefits:

  • Bay views and quiet residential setting.
  • Strong rental upside and investment potential.
  • Convenient to schools, jobs, and amenities.
  • Flexible use: Live in one unit, rent the other, or invest in both parcels for expanded opportunity.
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Price and Status History

date type price
1984-03-15 Sold 266000
2015-04-14 For Sale 695000
2015-07-11 For Sale 670000
2015-09-25 Sold 786250
2021-12-29 Sold 838200
2023-08-28 Off Market NaN
2025-03-21 For Sale 1195000
2025-03-30 For Sale 1195000
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Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
SPECIFICATION CHROMIUM CORPORATION 712 Francisco Boulevard West SUITE 14, San Rafael, CA 94901-3927, USA N N NF 0 CAD982316523 0.64
PG&E GAS PLANT SAN RAFAEL 104 5 SW COR 3RD & LINDERO STS, San Rafael, CA 94901, USA N N NF 0 CAD981415896 0.78

Toxic Release Inventory

No data found within 1.0 miles for this property.

Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
GOLDEN GATE TRANSIT 1011 Andersen Drive, San Rafael, CA 94901-5318, USA OPR: Operating 0.26
IMPERIAL AUTOMOTIVE 111 Verdi Street, San Rafael, CA 94901-4714, USA OPR: Operating 0.55
NORTH BAY MOTORSPORTS 61 Belvedere Street, San Rafael, CA 94901-4838, USA OPR: Operating 0.59
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Flood Risk Info

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AO 0 0 0 0
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code meaning
A 1% annual chance flood zone determined using approximate methods. No BFEs shown. Flood insurance and management standards apply.
AE 1% annual chance flood zone determined by detailed methods. BFEs shown. Insurance and floodplain management required.
AH Shallow flooding (ponding) zones with depths between 1-3 feet. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.
AO Shallow flooding (sheet flow) zones with depths 1-3 feet. BFEs or average depths shown. High-velocity areas may exist.
VE Coastal 1% annual chance flood zone with wave action. BFEs shown. Insurance and management required.

Earthquake Risk Info

zone_name quad_name very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 2.0 miles moderate impact: up to 10.0 miles
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Landslide Risk Info

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Liquefaction Risk Info

Suscept very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.05 miles moderate impact: up to 0.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 1.0 miles
High 0 0 0 0
Very high 0 0 1 1

Wild fire Risk Info

haz_class very high impact: up to 0.0001 miles high impact: up to 0.5 miles moderate impact: up to 1.5 miles low-moderate impact: up to 3.0 miles
High 0 0 0 1
Very High 0 0 0 0
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