180 El Cerrito Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901, USA


Property Overview:

180 El Cerrito Ave is a single-family home in San Rafael, CA, built in 1990. It features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and 2,407 sq. ft. of living space. The home includes a 2-car attached garage, 2 fireplaces, central heating and cooling, and sits on over 1 acre in the highly sought-after Forbes/Upper Forbes area. The estimated home value is $1,674,000 (last sold for $1,275,000 in 2014).


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 Coleman Elementary, James B. Davidson Middle, Madrone High Continuation, and Marin County Special Education.

    • Average SAT score: 1,078 (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 (16.1%), followed by 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:

  • Breathtaking views of Mt. Tamalpais and the Marin hills.
  • Contemporary design with vaulted ceilings and wrap-around windows for abundant natural light.
  • Spacious, open kitchen with chef-grade appliances, granite counters, and breakfast nook.
  • Multiple decks (main and upper) for entertaining and relaxation.
  • Large master suite and two additional bedrooms.
  • Separate office, wine room, laundry room, and under-house storage.
  • Wood floors, two fireplaces (living and family rooms).
  • Fenced rear yard for privacy, pets, and gardening.
  • Lush landscaping and walking paths on a private road.
  • Resort-level outdoor living just minutes from downtown San Rafael.

Location Benefits:

  • Highly desirable Forbes/Upper Forbes neighborhood.
  • Moments from award-winning schools, trailheads, parks, downtown San Rafael, and freeways.
  • Commuter-friendly with easy access to amenities and transportation.
  • Safe, family-oriented community with strong schools and low crime.
  • Ideal for entertaining, relaxation, and enjoying panoramic views.

Price and Status History

date type price
1988-05-23 Off Market 125000
2014-09-24 For Sale 1250000
2014-10-07 Delisted NaN
2014-10-08 Pending NaN
2014-11-07 Sold 1275000
2025-05-05 For Sale 2125000

Superfund Enterprise Management System

SITE NAME ADDRESS FEDERAL FACILITY NPL STATUS NON-NPL STATUS CONTAMINANTS SEMS EPA ID DISTANCE (MILES)
PG&E GAS PLANT SAN RAFAEL 104 5A 4TH & A Street, San Rafael, CA 94901, USA N N NF 0 CAD981415953 0.50
PG&E SERV CTR SAN RAFAEL Second Street & LINDARO, San Rafael, CA 94901, USA N N NF 0 CAD980815674 0.65

Toxic Release Inventory

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Integrated Compliance Information System - Air

PLANT NAME ADDRESS OPERATING STATUS DISTANCE (MILES)
MENZIO’S AUTO REPAIR 55 Hillside Avenue, San Rafael, CA 94901, USA OPR: Operating 0.84

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