Welcome to 452 Bret Harte, a rare gated contemporary estate perched on 1.5 expansive acres, offering majestic 270 degree panoramic bay, bridge, and valley views with abundant all-day sunshine, unparalleled privacy, yet close-in access. Recently renovated to perfection with exquisite finishes, this stunning 4,583 square foot (+/-) home features 4 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms, with a flexible floor plan that includes a chef's kitchen, a grand great room with cathedral ceilings, and a decadent primary suite with walk-in closet all on the entry level. Immerse yourself in the quintessential Marin lifestyle with lush mature gardens, a spa, pool, large deck and patio for celebrations, citrus orchard with three mature lemon trees, a mandarin orange tree, apple and plum trees, grape vine and a serene water feature that all create a private resort-like oasis. The property also includes a circular auto court, well for irrigation, a built-out 2-car garage, a gym, gardener's quarters, and an extensive solar system with Tesla PowerWall batteries. Experience luxury living at its finest at 452 Bret Harte. It's a place where cherished memories are made, where families grow, and where dreams come true.
Sold for $3,625,000 on 07/25/23
$3,625,000
452 Bret Harte Road, San Rafael, CA 94901
4beds
4,583sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1955
1.56 Acres Lot
$3,691,800 Zestimate®
$791/sqft
$9,268 Estimated rent
Home value
$3,691,800
$3.29M - $4.17M
$9,268/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: May 08, 2024 at 10:22am
Listed by:
Joshua Deitch DRE #01902477 415-572-5433,
Coldwell Banker Realty 415-388-5060
Bought with:
Marcia Skall, DRE #01077678
Golden Gate Sotheby's
Jennifer Glassman, DRE #02059113
Golden Gate Sotheby's
Source: BAREIS,MLS#: 323024281
Originating MLS: Marin County
Originating MLS: Marin CountyFacts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Ground Floor, Outside Access, Walk-In Closet(s)
Bedroom
- Level: Lower,Main
Primary bathroom
- Features: Double Vanity, Radiant Heat, Shower Stall(s), Soaking Tub
Bathroom
- Features: Shower Stall(s), Tub w/Shower Over
- Level: Lower,Main
Dining room
- Features: Dining/Living Combo, Formal Area
- Level: Main
Family room
- Features: Other
- Level: Main
Kitchen
- Features: Breakfast Area, Butlers Pantry, Island w/Sink, Skylight(s), Space in Kitchen
- Level: Main
Living room
- Features: Cathedral/Vaulted, Deck Attached, Great Room
- Level: Main
Heating
- Central
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Gas Range, Built-In Refrigerator, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Range Hood, Dryer, Washer
- Laundry: Cabinets, Inside Room, Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Formal Entry
- Flooring: Tile, Wood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Has basement: No
- Number of fireplaces: 4
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Living Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,583
- Total interior livable area: 4,583 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 10
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Faces Side, Uncovered Parking Spaces 2+, Paved
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Multi/Split,Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Awning(s), Patio, Deck
- Pool features: In Ground, Gas Heat, Pool Sweep, Salt Water
- Spa features: In Ground
- Fencing: Metal,Wood,Gate
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay, Bridge(s), Hills, Mt Tamalpais, Panoramic
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay
Lot
- Size: 1.56 Acres
- Features: Dead End, Landscaped, Landscape Front, Private
Details
- Parcel number: 01317509
- Special conditions: Offer As Is
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Other
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public, Cistern, Well
- Utilities for property: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: San Rafael
HOA & financial
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/25/2023 | Sold | $3,625,000-15.2%$791/sqft |
Source:  BAREIS #323024281 | ||
| 7/13/2023 | Pending sale | $4,277,000$933/sqft |
Source: BAREIS #323024281 | ||
| 4/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $4,277,000+96.2%$933/sqft |
Source: BAREIS #323024281 | ||
| 4/18/2006 | Sold | $2,180,000+14.7%$476/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
| 6/3/2005 | Sold | $1,900,000$415/sqft |
Source: Public Record | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $3,697,500 +2% |
| 2024 | -- | $3,625,000 +25.1% |
| 2023 | $45,557 +29.4% | $2,897,156 +2% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Picnic Valley
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Laurel Dell Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10James B. Davidson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10San Rafael High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi