21 Newhall Drive, San Rafael
$3,450,000 | 5 BEDROOMS | 4 BATHROOMS | 4,708± SQFT | 0.57± ACRE LOT
21 Newhall Drive offers ample space, serenity, and a sense of scale built for a life well-lived
A modern take on the Craftsman-style home set on a private street in San Rafael's coveted Dominican neighborhood, 21 Newhall Drive offers ample space, serenity, and a sense of scale built for a life well-lived.
The entry to the home sets the tone immediately with soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and architectural rhythm. The living room opens up with oversized windows, along with a gas fireplace that anchors the space, giving a warm yet sophisticated feel that carries throughout the home. The dining room sits just two steps up, a subtle architectural detail that’s meant for enjoying formal meals. The kitchen is built for everyday living: silestone countertops, Dacor appliances, built-in side by side refrigerator/freezer, multi-zone wine fridge, U-Line in-counter champagne chiller, a large kitchen island with seating, and three pantry closets including a full-size slide-out and a walk-in. The family room, anchored by its own fireplace and built-in floating cabinetry, opens on one side to a patio garden with a fountain—and on the other, sliding glass doors lead out to a dining deck. From there, the outdoors unfold in three full tiers: lush, tropical landscaping of palms, banana tree, birds of paradise, roses, lemon & cherry trees, a large sport court, and crowning it all, stunning 20x40 pool, gated with motorized cover and paired with an outdoor fireplace, framed by sweeping views of Mount Tamalpais.
Upstairs, the primary suite is restorative in scale. A walk-in closet with custom shelving, and a second walk-in closet adjoins the spa-like bathroom, featuring a deep soaking tub, oversized walk-in shower, heated mirror & towel rack, and luxe finishes throughout. Three additional bedrooms and a dedicated laundry room round out the upper level for easy living. The main level offers a spacious guest bedroom or office with its own sliding glass doors to the patio, along with a full bath. On the lower level, you’ll find a dedicated fitness area alongside a full bathroom as a thoughtful addition for flexibility within the home.
What makes 21 Newhall Drive truly stand out is its craftsmanship and scale. This is a home that grows with you, one that has room for everyone and everything—quiet mornings, big gatherings, or spontaneous dinners that spill from the kitchen out to the outdoors. The layout flows with intention, the spaces are generous, and the head-to-toe renovation completed in 2022 means an easy move-in for the next owners. For those who entertain often, work from home, or stay active, this home is built to support it all.
PROPERTY HIGHLIGHTS
Completely renovated, move-in ready
5 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms
4,708 sqft on 0.57 acres
Grand scale on a large lot with a private street setting
Formal dining room
Remodeled chef's kitchen:
Dacor appliances
Soft-close cabinetry
U-Line champagne cooler
Wine fridge
Three pantry closets including walk-in
High-efficiency LED lighting throughout
Interior lighting
Under-cabinet lighting
Exterior light fixtures
Entryway landing lighting
Automatic lighting on entryway stairs
Family room with fireplace, built-in cabinetry, and sliding glass doors to outdoor spaces
Main level bedroom/office with sliding glass doors to patio garden
Main level full bathroom
Primary suite with two walk-in closets with organized shelving and spa-like en-suite bathroom (including heated towel rack and heated bidet)
Brand new carpeting throughout
Custom steel fireplace mantels, valor gas fireplaces w/ remote controls
Lower level gym and fitness area
Three tiers of outdoor living including deck dining, patio garden, sport court, and pool
Large pool with outdoor fireplace and views of Mount Tam
Newly repainted sport court
Turf lawn
Tropical, lush landscaping including mature lemon tree, palms, banana leaf, and birds of paradise
Fresh exterior retaining wall paint
Retractable window blinds
Marvin double-pane windows w/ UV-filtered glass
Newly installed water heater (2022)
Two-car attached garage w/ modern glass/aluminium garage door & automatic opener
SMARTHOME FEATURES
Chamberlin MyQ-enabled garage door opener (with battery backup)
Honeywell TotalConnect monitored alarm system with window/door/garage door/motion sensors (Google Home/Alexa-compatible)
Reolink hard-wired video HD surveillance NVR system (w/night vision, audio recording, and LED motion lighting)
Ring video doorbell
Google Nest smart thermostats, dual-zone HVAC dampers
High-speed CAT6 networking cable to multiple rooms & TV locations
Dacor remote-managed oven, refrigerator/freezer, wine fridge
In-ceiling/in-wall speakers & hidden HiFi component storage
RainMachine drip irrigation controller
Kidde smart Fire + CO detectors
LOCATION
Situated on a quiet, private street in the Dominican neighborhood of San Rafael
Close proximity to Dominican University of California
Nearby Downtown San Rafael with dining and weekend farmers market
Easy access to local hiking and biking trails
Close proximity to Marin Tennis Club
Close proximity to China Camp State Park
Easy access to Highway 101 and Richmond-San Rafael Bridge
Served by Coleman Elementary and nearby top-rated Marin County schools
Short drive to Marin Country Club and open space preserves
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Located in the highly sought-after Dominican neighborhood, 21 Newhall enjoys the quintessential California indoor-outdoor lifestyle
The Dominican neighborhood of San Rafael has a way of pleasantly surprising people. It's quiet and residential, yet very well connected, known for its lush greenery and local parks. The manicured grounds of Dominican University weave through the neighborhood, offering easy walking routes alongside parks and open space trails. Nearby, China Camp State Park delivers some of the best hiking and biking in Marin, with trails that wind through oak woodlands and open out to the bay. Residents tend to know their neighbors here, the kind of place where morning walks turn into conversations. Downtown San Rafael is just minutes away, offering a lively corridor of restaurants, coffee shops, and nightlife. With close access to Highway 101 and the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge, the commute story is equally strong. It's a neighborhood that earns its great reputation through ease of livability and genuine character.
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