111 Altena Street, San Rafael, CA, 94901
About This Home
PRICE REDUCTION! Featuring spectacular views, 111 Altena Street offers two 2-bedroom/1-bath units, perfect for First-Time Buyers looking to offset their mortgage with rental income. Seller will be removing the property from the market on August 8. All offers due before then. Seller is offering attractive seller‑financing terms: 18 months interest‑only, followed by a 10‑year amortized loan term. The property's hallmark is its sweeping, panoramic vistas of San Rafael Bay, the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, East Bay hills, and Mount Diablo, providing a serene backdrop from sunrise to sunset. Lower Unit (Leased): 2BD/1BA with a private layout, dedicated sitting area to maximize the views, dedicated laundry, a private outdoor patio, and dedicated parking. Upstairs Unit (Owner-Occupant Potential): 2BD/1BA featuring a classic layout, cozy fireplace, view-focused sitting area, separate dining space, functional kitchen, dedicated laundry, private patio and valuable one-car garage with storage. The property offers exceptional convenience, providing quick access to major thoroughfares for commuting toward San Francisco and across the Bay. Residents are moments from Marin's celebrated outdoor lifestyle, including waterfront strolling near Loch Lomond Marina and hiking at China Camp State Park, and are minutes away from the Bon Aire Shopping Center for daily needs. Buyer to verify all details including square footage, unit mix, and rental amounts.
Getting Around
Car-Dependent
Some Transit
Somewhat BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1938
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete
- Roof: Composition
- Construction materials: Wood Siding
Type & Style
- Home type: MultiFamily
- Property subType: Duplex
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Free-Standing Gas Oven,Free-Standing Gas Range,Gas Water Heater
- Laundry features: Common Area,Washer/Dryer Hookups
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Features
- Unit 1 - Beds: 0,Baths: 0,Square Footage: 2072 | Unit 2 - Beds: 4,Baths: 2,Square Footage: 2000 | Unit 3 - Beds: 0,Baths: 0,Square Footage: 2072 | Unit 4 - Beds: 0,Baths: 0,Square Footage: 2072 | Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Window features: Bay Window(s)
- Flooring: Wood
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Fireplace(s),Floor Furnace
- Cooling features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 2,200
- Total interior livable area: 2,200 sqft
Property
Details
- Parcel number: 01811333
- Special condition: Trust
Features
- Levels: Two
- Exterior features: Yard Space
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Bay,Bridge(s),Mt Diablo,Panoramic,Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Bay,Water
Lot
- Lot size: 7,457 sqft
- Features: None
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Deck,Garage,Off Street
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
- Uncovered spaces: 4
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Coastal Flooding
- Earthquake
- Inland Flooding
- Landslide
- Tsunami
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters in Marin County and California
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $5,536 | $66,432 |
| Home Insurance * | $215 | $2,580 |
| Property Taxes | $1,516 | $18,192 |
| Electricity | $471 | $5,661 |
| Total | $7,738 | $92,856 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
California FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
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vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-17 | Price change | $1,095,000 |
| 2026-05-13 | Listed for sale | $1,174,990 |
| 2002-10-31 | Sold | $532,000 |
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