Emily M Schaffer

There&#39;s something instantly welcoming about this 2 bedroom, 2 bath single-level home tucked into one of San Rafael&#39;s most convenient neighborhoods. Freshly painted inside and out, the home blends charm with thoughtful updates and easy indoor-outdoor living.  Warm hardwood floors lead you into a light-filled living room where a gas fireplace with natural looking logs creates an inviting space to relax. The remodeled kitchen with granite countertops opens naturally to the dining area and flows out to the spacious back deck, making everyday living and entertaining feel effortless.  Outside, the professionally landscaped yard offers multiple places to enjoy Marin&#39;s beautiful weather. A versatile side yard provides space for a dog run, vegetable garden, or tucked-away storage, while the backyard deck becomes the perfect setting for dinners with friends or quiet mornings with coffee.  The home also offers exceptional storage rarely found in homes of this size, including exterior storage closets off the deck, near the carport, and beneath the deck. A full-footprint attic with pull-down ladder access provides even more valuable space. Additional highlights include central air conditioning, a paver driveway with off-street parking for up to three vehicles, and a newer roof.  Just minutes away, you&#39;ll find the restaurants, shops, and energy of downtown San Rafael&#39;s 4th Street, along with nearby open space hiking trails and convenient train, bus, and ferry options for commuters. The neighborhood itself is known for friendly gatherings and a true sense of community.  Charming, functional, and ideally located, 28 Hillcrest Ave offers the kind of home that simply feels good the moment you arrive.

When modern home meets small town charm

Exterior view of a one-story gray house with a brick driveway and green hedges under a blue sky.

Exterior view of a gray, single-story home with a tall, green hedge and a white-barked tree in the front yard.

Exterior view of a gray house with a brick driveway and a covered carport. Green trees and blue sky in the background.

Front entrance of a gray house with a red door, brick steps, and potted plants.

Bright, open-concept living and dining area with hardwood floors. A gray sofa and chairs sit on a patterned rug. Art hangs above a console table.

Bright living room with hardwood floors, white walls, and a fireplace. Two gray chairs face a brown sofa. Large windows offer a view of greenery.

Bright living room with hardwood floors, white walls, and a large window. A gray sofa, two armchairs, and a fireplace create a cozy atmosphere.

Bright living room with white walls, hardwood floors, and gray sofa. Fireplace with mantle, round mirror, and floral arrangement.

Living room with hardwood floors, a gray sofa, and a white armchair on a patterned rug. A fireplace and built-in bookshelves add charm.

Bright, open-concept living and dining area with hardwood floors. Gray sofa, white chairs, round wood dining table, and white built-in shelving.

Living room with white paneled walls, a fireplace with a round mirror above, and a gray sofa and chair.

Outdoor patio with gray wood deck, white railing, and vine-covered pergola. Metal table and chairs with cushions. Green trees in background.

Outdoor patio with a glass table and metal chairs with yellow cushions on a wooden deck. Vines grow on a pergola.

A dining room with a round wooden table, four chairs, and a white china cabinet. A silver chandelier hangs above. Hardwood floors and a sliding glass door.

A dining room with a round wooden table, four chairs, white built-in shelves, and a chandelier.

A kitchen with white cabinets, granite countertops, and a stainless steel sink. A window overlooks a building.

Close-up of a kitchen sink with a stainless steel faucet and granite countertop. A basket of bread and pastries sits nearby.

A galley kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a small table by the window.

A breakfast nook with two chairs and a small round table by a window. The chairs have patterned cushions. Outside is a building with a blue sky.

A bright kitchen with white cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a view into the dining room.

Bright laundry room with white washer and dryer, white cabinets, and a woven basket. A white door leads to the outside.

Hallway with wood floors, white walls, and three doorways. One leads to a bathroom, two to bedrooms. A painting hangs on the wall.

Bedroom with a white headboard bed, floral quilt, wood floors, and a white vanity with a mirror. Natural light from windows.

Bedroom with a white headboard bed, wood floors, and light gray walls. Two dark wood nightstands with lamps flank the bed. A window with curtains is on the right.

Bedroom with a white bed, gray pillows, and a patterned quilt. A closet and doorway are visible. The walls are light gray.

Bright bathroom with white tile, toilet, and sink. Two framed floral prints hang above a towel rack. A large mirror reflects the shower.

Bathroom with white tiled walls, chrome shower head and grab bars, floral shower curtain, and white bathtub.

Bedroom with hardwood floors, a white bed with floral bedding, and a window overlooking a yard. A round mirror hangs on the wall.

Bedroom with a queen bed, light gray walls, wood floors, and a gray dresser with lamps and flowers.

Bedroom with a gray dresser, white closet doors, and an open bathroom door. A bed with a patterned comforter is in the foreground.

Bright bathroom with white tiled shower, glass door, grab bars, and white sink with silver fixtures. A window and mirror are above the sink.

A backyard with a stone path leading to a table and chairs, surrounded by trees and a wooden fence.

A backyard with a stone path leading to a table and chairs, surrounded by trees and greenery.

Backyard patio with a glass table, two chairs with pillows, and a green pitcher. The house has a deck with plants.

A backyard patio with a round glass table and two chairs on a stone path, surrounded by trees and a wooden fence.

Floor plan of a house with dimensions. Includes bedrooms, baths, kitchen, living room, dining area, deck, and storage.

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