San Rafael Land for Sale

San Rafael Land for Sale

Welcome to San Rafael, a picturesque gem nestled in Marin County, California. Known for its vibrant culture, stunning landscapes, and rich history, San Rafael offers the perfect blend of urban convenience and natural beauty. With its charming downtown area filled with boutique shops, gourmet restaurants, and art galleries, residents enjoy a lively community atmosphere while being surrounded by the breathtaking views of Mount Tamalpais and the Marin Headlands.

San Rafael is not just a place to live; it’s a lifestyle. The city boasts an array of outdoor activities, from hiking and biking along scenic trails to kayaking in the tranquil waters of the Bay. Families will appreciate the top-rated schools and numerous parks, providing ample opportunities for children to play and explore. The city’s diverse neighborhoods cater to various lifestyles, whether you're seeking a cozy single-family home or a modern condo with panoramic views.

For those looking to invest in their future, we are excited to present prime land for sale in San Rafael. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of this enchanting city and create your dream home or develop a unique project that complements the local charm. The available parcels are conveniently located near major highways, ensuring easy access to San Francisco and the wider Bay Area, while still offering a peaceful retreat from the hustle and bustle of city life.

Don’t miss your chance to be part of San Rafael’s thriving community. Explore the possibilities today and discover why so many are proud to call this beautiful city home!

Newest San Rafael Land for Sale

$15,000,000
326059605 MLS
Perched atop one of Marin County's most spectacular private ridgelines, this once-in-a-generation legacy estate offers an extraordinary opportunity to own over 54 acres of unparalleled beauty just minutes from San Francisco. Behind private gates, the property commands breathtaking panoramic views spanning the San Francisco Bay, city skylines, rolling hills, bridges, and unforgettable sunsets. The estate features three exceptional residences thoughtfully positioned for maximum privacy, including an impressive main residence, an elegant guest home, a detached studio, private fitness pavilion, multiple garages, and an array of ancillary structures including a pool house ready for a pool to be built. Designed for those who value privacy, prestige, and possibility, the property offers a rare combination of luxury living, multigenerational flexibility, executive retreat potential, and expansive grounds unlike anything else available in Marin. The three legal parcels provide exceptional long-term value and future opportunities, while the park-like setting creates a peaceful sanctuary only moments from world-class dining, yachting, hiking, and the cultural amenities of Marin and San Francisco. Whether envisioned as a private family compound, luxury retreat, or one of Northern California's most iconic estates, 300 Margarita Drive represents an irreplaceable offering where scale, privacy, and extraordinary natural beauty converge. A truly rare opportunity to own one of Marin County's landmark estates.

300 Margarita Dr, San Rafael
$249,000
326056367 MLS
Imagine the home you've always wanted now make it a reality on this private, lush 1.98-acre lot overlooking Santa Venetia. This location gives you the best of both worlds: peaceful surroundings and quick access to Highway 101, the SMART train, Marin Civic Center, China Camp & shopping. Just a quick drive to SF. Preliminary plans for a 3,500+ sq ft home, driveway engineering, and a Topo map are available. Electricity, water, and sewer are accessible too. A lot of the heavy lifting has been done! If the right home isn't out there, it might be time to build it yourself!

141 Granlee Rd, San Rafael
$150,000
326050530 MLS
Build Your Dream Home with Stunning Bay Views! Rare opportunity to own a hillside lot in desirable San Rafael featuring sweeping views of San Pablo Bay, the San Rafael skyline, and surrounding hills. This downslope parcel offers the chance to create a custom home in a peaceful setting while remaining close to shopping, dining, schools, parks, Highway 101, and the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge. Enjoy spectacular sunrises, twinkling city lights, and the natural beauty Marin County is known for. Buyers are advised to investigate building requirements, utilities, permits, and development potential with the appropriate agencies. A unique opportunity to design a home that captures the views and lifestyle this exceptional location has to offer. Also Some photo's with building where created by AI for Imagination.

236 Tiburon Blvd, San Rafael
$395,000
326043415 MLS
A rare and private 2+ acre property just minutes from Highway 101 and downtown San Rafael. Surrounded by mature Redwood, Oak, and Bay trees, the land offers both serene wooded areas and cleared, level sections ideal for building your dream estate. Much of the preliminary work has already been completed, including survey, drawings, and utility access to the lot. This is an exceptional opportunity to create a custom retreat in a natural setting while enjoying quick access to town. Buyer to verify all information and conduct their own due diligence. Come explore the possibilities and bring your vision to life.

31 Red Rock Way, San Rafael
$2,499,000
326024952 MLS
Rare chance to purchase eight lots together in the Chula Vista Drive area of San Rafael. Combined, the parcels total approximately 88,712 square feet and offer an impressive land opportunity in a scenic hillside neighborhood surrounded by rolling terrain, mature trees, and broad valley views. Positioned above the valley floor, the property enjoys an elevated setting with a strong sense of openness and natural beauty. The assemblage benefits from its location within an established residential area while remaining close to downtown San Rafael, Highway 101, shopping, dining, and key commute routes. The combination of scale, setting, and convenience makes this a standout offering in central Marin. With sun-filled slopes, greenery, and a prominent neighborhood presence, these eight parcels create a compelling opportunity to secure a sizeable piece of land in a desirable San Rafael location. Buyer to verify buildability, zoning, utilities, access, lot lines, and potential uses. Seller and broker make no representations regarding development potential.

Chula Vista Drive, San Rafael
$2,500,000
326023410 MLS
Development Opportunity - Approximately 28 Acres in Central Marin! Tucked into the Oxford Valley area of San Rafael, this expansive 27.8-acre property offers a rare chance to create something exceptional in one of Marin's most desirable and centrally located settings. The land unfolds with a gentle, bowl-shaped topography - ideal for thoughtful planning and efficient infrastructure. A rustic dirt road meanders through the property and leads to a peaceful central meadow, surrounded by a natural mix of grasslands, mature trees, and brush. The County of Marin has designated the parcel as a priority housing site (HOD), further underscoring its long-term development potential. Just minutes from key transit routes and established neighborhoods, the location offers both convenience and opportunity. Utilities are nearby.

70 Oxford Dr, San Rafael
$143,000
326020630 MLS
Positioned in the Chula Vista Terrace enclave of San Rafael, with sweeping views toward the San Pedro Open Space and China Camp, 57 Fair Drive offers a rare, ready-to-develop parcel in one of Marin County's most convenient locations. The 6,780 sq ft lot has been thoughtfully advanced toward build readiness by the seller, a registered civil engineer and land-development consultant, giving future owners a valuable head start in both time and cost. Completed groundwork includes a Record of Survey, Topographic Survey, recorded access easements, preliminary grading, drainage, and utility plans, plus a retaining wall design for the existing driveway. Geotechnical studies, conceptual architectural drawings, and 3D renderings highlight the site's potential for a modern hillside residence with open-space views. Utilities are available at the lot line, and nearby homes confirm build feasibility. Just minutes from Highway 101, downtown San Rafael, and Marin's renowned mountain bike and hiking trail systems, 57 Fair Drive is a turnkey opportunity ready for your design and vision.

57 Fair Dr, San Rafael
$100,000
326011947 MLS
Opportunity knocks. This east facing hillside lot has views across San Rafael, and the San Francisco Bay from the upper portion. Hook up to city services; electric, water, and sewer. Build your new home in the well-established Chula Vista Neighborhood. Enjoy the nearby expansive Robert Dollar Scenic Trail that runs between Chula Vista and Boyd Park near downtown San Rafael; a moderate hike w/rewarding views. Quick access to HWY101, and the city of San Rafael. An easy drive to San Francisco, the east bay, West Marin, Tomalas Bay, and Point Reyes National Seashore. Just an hour to Sonoma/Napa wine country. An Additional ADU may be allowed - Check with San Rafael planning dept.

Coleman Drive, San Rafael
$1,799,000
326008089 MLS
Opportunity knocks. We have a Four Lot Subdivision ready for construction. Preliminary conceptual drawings were completed approximately 20 years ago, but no further development has taken place. This listing includes APNs 165-240-02, 165-240-03, 165-240-04, and 165-240-05. Access is from the driveway from Lucas Valley Road. Lots are on the Right side going up the hill. Contact listing agent for more details and additional site information.

103 Lucas Valley Rd, San Rafael
$165,000
325072620 MLS
Downslope vacant lots at a great price!! Build your dream home. Take advantage of the current pro-grown planning department. San Rafael has Marin's best weather and is growing into Marin's best hospitality City!! Print and take maps with you. There are 3 vacant lots on this driveway. This is the middle lot.

59 Fair Dr, San Rafael
$60,000
325091293 MLS
Beautiful views on cul-de-sac lot in West End. Don't miss this opportunity to build your dream home in Downtown San Rafael!

51 El Camino Ave, San Rafael
$249,000
321050559 MLS
Almost 2-acre lot near the end of Sunny Oaks Drive with privacy is here for you. It is in an exclusive enclave of multi-million-dollar homes situated high above Santa Venetia. Enjoy fabulous views of San Pablo Bay, ridge of Marin hills, McGinnis Park, golf course, homes below and the San Rafael Airport too. Build your dream home from seller's 2004 architectural plans, survey, topo maps or begin fresh with your personal vision. Access to public utilities, water and sewer. Street to street lot is downslope from Sunny Oaks Drive to N San Pedro Road. This opportunity is located near China Camp, the Civic Center and Central San Rafael. If you are having a tough time securing your ideal home, now is the time to consider building your own! Seller has older blueprints and illustrations of a possible +/- 3,500 square foot home.

110 Sunny Oaks Dr, San Rafael
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