For Sale – Owner-User Office Building
Property Description
1629 Fifth Avenue is a two-story office building situated in Central San Rafael. Built in 1898 and subsequently upgraded, with classic wood-frame character, the property offers a rare opportunity for a business owner to own their space, control their occupancy costs long-term, and create a true building identity. The site also includes a fenced yard/outdoor area, parking, providing flexibility that many small office buildings lack. Local lore suggests the building may have served as a turn-of-the-century Bay Area Spanish Ambassador’s residence.
Location Description
1629 Fifth Avenue is located in Central San Rafael, in an established professional corridor with strong day-to-day accessibility. The property offers quick connections to Highway 101 and convenient access to the broader North Bay and San Francisco via the Richmond–San Rafael Bridge. Nearby amenities include downtown services, restaurants, and retail—making this a practical location for client-facing businesses and professional users.
Property Highlights
- Owner-user opportunity — control your space and long-term occupancy costs
- Freestanding identity with strong signage/branding potential
- Fenced yard / outdoor area
- Zoning: RO/D (Residential Office)
- Central San Rafael location with convenient regional access
- Historical lore: rumored former Spanish Ambassador’s residence
- Upgraded seismic, electric and more
Testimonial: “Ces Cecchin, our Commercial Real Estate Agent, was great! He and his partner handled our partnership meetings professionally and helped us resolve our differences in a neutral manner. His marketing effort was efficient and got us a great price fast. I would recommend Ces to anyone looking to sell their investment property.” — Andrew Lamden, Investment Property Owner