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    $4,750/mo

    15 Alvina Ave, San Rafael, CA 94901

    3beds
    2,001sqft
    Price may not include required fees and charges.
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    Single family residence
    Available now
    Cats, dogs OK
    Ceiling fan
    In unit laundry
    Covered parking
    Forced air

    What's special

    Open planUpstairs laundry roomTile floorsStained glass doorsStained glass doorSunny south-facing dining areaWalk-out deck
    OPEN HOUSE Saturday, Oct 18, 1-4pm and Sunday Oct. 19, 1-4pm. This single-family home has a huge master bedroom featuring an ensuite bathroom with two sinks and a walk-in shower. Multi-paned windows c. 1912 overlook Gerstle Park neighborhood. Stained glass door in master BR opens to screened-in upstairs porch. All three bedrooms have new carpeting and large closets. Front screen porch upstairs with north and east views - great morning sun. Upstairs laundry room is south-facing with washer/dryer. New tankless water heater - never runs out of hot water. Downstairs features an open plan with tile floors in the entry and kitchen and a sunny south-facing dining area, hardwood floors, full bath, living room, an extra home office room and a large flat backyard. All three bathrooms are beautifully tiled on both floors and walls. Extensive wood wainscoting in dining room and master bedroom. Two bedrooms have stained glass doors. The second upstairs bathroom is shared by bedrooms two and three. The walk-out deck is perfect for entertaining, with a bower of shade from a Pyracantha hedge. Central forced-air heating throughout the house. Kitchen features a new gas stove with oven and broiler, large new refrigerator, Bosch dishwasher. Lots of cabinets and a pantry. Cable-ready. Located in the charming Gerstle Park neighborhood - off C Street near Wolfe Grade in southern San Rafael, walking distance to Davidson Middle School, Short School Childcare, Panama Hotel, Safeway, downtown shops, restaurants and the Rafael Movie Theater. BioMarin campus less than one mile away. Off street parking in driveway holds three cars, with abundant street parking available, and a covered carport - no garage access. Quiet neighborhood with great neighbors. Nearby hiking trails above Wolfe Grade and Gerstle Park. The entire house has been recently painted and refurbished inside and out. A minimum 18 month lease is offered. Tenant pays all utilities and is responsible for routine landscaping (see description under Lease details.) Pets are considered on a case-by-case basis with additional pet deposit. No smoking on the property. TOURS: Please review our credit score and income requirements. Apointments to view are available for qualifying applicants. Questions: Please message through ZILLOW.COM Good luck with your search! Term is 12 months + at $4750/month. Security deposit is $4750. A late payment fee is applied if rent is unpaid after three days. Tenant pays all utilities: gas, electricity, water, trash pickup. Maintaining the exterior of the house and gaedening are tenant's responsibilities, excluding paint, annual tree trimming and major storm damage cleanup. (Tenants are encouraged to plant in any open areas of the yards.) A handyman service is available to address major trouble with the house, but tenants are expected to handle minor issues on their own (repairs under $125, costs are reimbursable.) Each tenant responsible for lease payment must complete an application through ZILLOW.COM. No smoking on the premises. Tenant must show evidence of a Renters Insurance policy with landlord listed as additional named insured. Pets considered on a case-by-case basis - an additional pet deposit will be required.
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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 3
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    Rooms
    • Room types: Breakfast Nook, Dining Room, Master Bath, Office
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Ceiling Fan
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    • Laundry: In Unit
    Features
    • Ceiling Fan(s), Storage
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 2,001 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Parking features: Covered, Off Street
    • Details: Contact manager
    Features
    • Patio & porch: Porch
    • Exterior features: Balcony, Electricity not included in rent, Garbage not included in rent, Garden, Gas furnaces upstairs and downstairs, Gas not included in rent, Heating system: Forced Air, High-speed Internet Ready, Lawn, Living room, Nearby hiking trails above Gerstle Park, No Utilities included in rent, Stainless steel appliances, Vintage, Water not included in rent
    Details
    • Parcel number: 01223402

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Condition
    • Year built: 1912

    Utilities & green energy

    • Utilities for property: Cable Available

    Community & HOA

    Location
    • Region: San Rafael

    Financial & listing details

    • Lease term: 1 Year

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    10/8/2025Price change$4,750-4%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    9/30/2025Listed for rent$4,950+28.6%$2/sqft
    Source: Zillow Rentals
    3/24/2021Listing removed--
    Source: Owner
    12/16/2019Listing removed$3,850$2/sqft
    Source: Owner
    10/24/2019Listed for rent$3,850$2/sqft
    Source: Owner

    Neighborhood: Gerstle Park