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Property Details
- Property Type Office
- Property Size 29,923 SF
- Lot Size 0.46 Acre
- Cap Rate % 5.4
- NOI / YR $525,611.00
- Zoning T5N 50/70
- Parking Spaces Avail. 59
- Parking Ratio 1.97 / 1,000 SF
- Property Tenancy Multi-Tenant
- Building Class B
- Year Built 1982
- Date Updated Aug 30, 2025
851 Irwin Street is a 29,923 square-foot, three-story office building located in the heart of San Rafael. The property offers 59 on-site parking spaces and excellent visibility with frontage along Irwin Street.
Centrally located just off Highway 101 directly across from the San Rafael Transit Center, the building provides unmatched regional connectivity. Recent capital improvements under current ownership include HVAC system upgrades with new boilers and heat pumps, enhanced security systems, and interior renovations that modernized office layouts.
The property is located adjacent to Highway 101, receiving visibility from over 151,000 daily vehicle trips, and sits one mile from the Interstate 580 interchange. The building is within walking distance of the San Rafael Transit Center and Montecito Plaza retail center. The surrounding area includes a mix of commercial, retail, and dining establishments in downtown Sa Rafael's central business district. The building's location in Marin County provides access to both local San Rafael amenities and regional transportation networks connecting to the broader Bay Area market.
HIGHLIGHTS:
Stabilized Downtown Asset – 29,923 SF three-story office building with diversified tenancy including professional offices, community organizations, and creative users.
Recent Capital Improvements – Building has undergone upgrades under current ownership, reducing near-term CapEx and providing operational stability.
Prime Marin County Location – Situated in the heart of San Rafael with excellent access to Highway 101, public transit, and walkable amenities including Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, and national retailers.
Strong Parking Ratio & Visibility – 59 on-site parking spaces (covered and surface) plus high visibility along Irwin Street, just off Highway 101.
Upside in Rent Growth – With market rents trending upward in Marin County and strong tenant demand for well-located small office suites, new ownership can benefit from rollover and renewal opportunities.
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Location
- City San Rafael, CA
- Zip Code 94901
- Market San Francisco
Points of Interest
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Larkspur
1.68 miles
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Marin Civic Center
2.27 miles
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Marina Way / 16th Street
9.42 miles
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Novato Downtown
9.63 miles
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Shell
0.04 miles
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Chevron
0.16 miles
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Valero
0.16 miles
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MCE Solar Charge
0.19 miles
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ChargePoint
0.21 miles
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Tesla Supercharger
0.23 miles
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Arco
0.62 miles
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Circle K
1.13 miles
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Beacon
1.18 miles
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eVgo
3.00 miles
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Hetherton Park And Ride
0.05 miles
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MISSION AVE Park and Ride
0.22 miles
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Lincoln Park And Ride
1.25 miles
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Golden Gate Ferry Parking
1.75 miles
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City of Larkspur Public Parking
2.51 miles
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Smith Ranch Park And Ride
3.49 miles
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Panama Hotel
0.56 miles
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Motel 6
0.77 miles
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Gerstle Park Inn
0.87 miles
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Villa Inn
0.93 miles
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Marin Lodge
1.02 miles
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Courtyard San Francisco Larkspur Landing/Marin County
1.71 miles
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Extended Stay America
2.26 miles
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Embassy Suites by Hilton San Rafael Marin County
2.41 miles
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Marin Suites Hotel
2.64 miles
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Best Western Corte Madera Inn
2.80 miles
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United Markets
0.09 miles
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Sprouts Farmers Market
0.19 miles
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Whole Foods Market
0.24 miles
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Trader Joe's
0.28 miles
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Jasmine Market Mediterranean Groceries
0.31 miles
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Safeway
0.43 miles
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Bret Harte Super Grocery
0.56 miles
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TJ Maxx
0.65 miles
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Grocery Outlet
1.07 miles
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Ross
1.07 miles
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