Seller's Agent in 2025
Bernadette Krystow
Engel & Völkers
(415) 524-3898
1 in this area
38 Total Sales
59 Knoll Rd San Rafael, CA 94901
Gerstle Park Neighborhood
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,868
Sq Ft
7,200
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Bay View
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- Contemporary Architecture
- Sun Valley Elementary School Rated A-
- Deck
- Living Room with Fireplace
About This Home
As of May 2025Gerstle Park Gem - Built in 2003, this contemporary home has an open floor plan offering valley views as well as a peekaboo view of the bay. It includes 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. On the main level, the living room has vaulted ceilings and a wood-burning fireplace and is adjacent to the dining area. The updated kitchen includes quartz countertops, a 6-burner gas cooktop, and double wall ovens, as well as a peninsula/breakfast bar. The family room with a gas fireplace, opens to an Ipe deck with access to a small grassy yard. Also on the main level is a bedroom and a full bathroom suitable for guests, an office, workout space, art room, or nanny quarters. The lower level contains 3 bedrooms (including the primary), two bathrooms, a laundry room, and additional storage. The primary suite has its own deck and a spa bathroom with two sinks, a large shower, and a jetted tub. Additional features of this well-thought-out home include tall ceilings and dual-pane windows throughout, as well as central heat and air conditioning. The 2 car garage offers interior access to the house. The property is located near Gerstle Park, downtown San Rafael, and fantastic West End dining and shops.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Engel & Völkers License #01935073 Listed on: 04/05/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $12,919
Year Built
- Built in 2003
Lot Details
- 7,200 Sq Ft Lot
- Back Yard Fenced
- Landscaped
- Low Maintenance Yard
Parking
- 2 Car Direct Access Garage
- Front Facing Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Property Views
- Bay
- Hills
- Valley
Home Design
- Contemporary Architecture
- Traditional Architecture
- Side-by-Side
- Concrete Foundation
- Frame Construction
- Floor Insulation
- Composition Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,868 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Cathedral Ceiling
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Bay Window
- Formal Entry
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Storage Room
Kitchen
- Breakfast Area or Nook
- Double Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Quartz Countertops
- Concrete Kitchen Countertops
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Maid or Guest Quarters
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Stone Bathroom Countertops
- Tile Bathroom Countertop
- Dual Sinks
- Bathtub with Shower
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Deck
Utilities
- Central Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
- 220 Volts
- 220 Volts in Kitchen
- Gas Water Heater
- Internet Available
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 012-162-01
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 5, 2025
Closed on
May 5, 2025
Sold by
Mcauley/Cotter Trust and Mcauley Laurence
Bought by
Liu Mountainsheep Family Trust and Kohn
Seller's Agent
Bernadette Krystow
Engel & Völkers
Buyer's Agent
Gabrielle Cutler
The Seabrooke Group
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,690,000
Premium/Discount to List
$195,000
13.04%
Views
41
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$34,491
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.24%
Original Mortgage
$1,352,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,349,428
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$306,081
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 30, 2018
Sold by
Cotter Ellen T and Mcauley Laurence
Bought by
Mcauley Laurence and Cotter Ellen Teresa
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 29, 2007
Sold by
Cotter Ellen T
Bought by
Mcauley Laurence and Cotter Ellen T
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$960,000
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant Deed | $1,690,000 | Fidelity National Title Compan | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Old Republic Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $1,352,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $960,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/27/2025 05/27/25 | Sold | $1,690,000 | +13.0% | $589 / Sq Ft |
| 05/12/2025 05/12/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/05/2025 04/05/25 | For Sale | $1,495,000 | -- | $521 / Sq Ft |
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $12,919 | $908,569 | $37,777 | $870,792 |
| 2024 | $12,919 | $890,759 | $37,036 | $853,723 |
| 2023 | $12,688 | $873,295 | $36,310 | $836,985 |
| 2022 | $12,004 | $856,177 | $35,598 | $820,579 |
| 2021 | $11,813 | $839,392 | $34,900 | $804,492 |
| 2020 | $11,692 | $830,785 | $34,542 | $796,243 |
| 2019 | $11,203 | $814,502 | $33,865 | $780,637 |
| 2018 | $11,092 | $798,537 | $33,201 | $765,336 |
| 2017 | $10,674 | $782,884 | $32,550 | $750,334 |
| 2016 | $10,318 | $767,536 | $31,912 | $735,624 |
| 2015 | $9,861 | $756,014 | $31,433 | $724,581 |
| 2014 | $9,456 | $741,208 | $30,817 | $710,391 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Bernadette Krystow
-
Nathalie Kemp
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Nathalie Kemp
Engel & Völkers
(415) 819-4225
1 in this area
38 Total Sales
-
Gabrielle Cutler
G
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Gabrielle Cutler
The Seabrooke Group
(408) 378-9950
1 in this area
1 Total Sale
Map
Source: Bay Area Real Estate Information Services (BAREIS)
MLS Number: 325029748
APN: 012-162-01
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