96 Forrest Ave, Fairfax, CA 94930
OFF MARKET
  • 1 Bed
  • 1 Bath
  • 500 sqft

96 Forrest Ave, Fairfax, CA 94930

Home Highlights

Apartment
500 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Quiet and private one bedroom one bath ADU with access to a small private yard. There are exterior stairs down to a private entrance. Available for 1 person only with good references and credit.
Washer/dryer, hardwood floors. Off street parking for 1 small car, Utilities and Wifi included. Pet considered. No smoking.
15 minutes easy walking distance to public transit, downtown, shopping and entertainment.

1 year lease.
Move in cost as follows:
If you don't have a dog: $5,200 which includes: 1st month rent + last month rent + $1,000 security deposit.
If you have a dog: $6,200 which includes: 1st, last and $2,000 security deposit
96 Forrest Ave, Fairfax, CA 94930 is a 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 500 sqft apartment. It last sold for $35,000 on Jul 5, 2000 (1,567% above the $2,100 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in January 2026 with an asking price of $2,100 per month. That rental listing was removed on February 10, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $2,511/month.

Home Details for 96 Forrest Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Central AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood, Tile

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Apartment

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 96 Forrest Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1520 San Anselmo Ave, San Anselmo, CA
0.25
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$19,500
07/29/26
1
1
-
300 Tamalpais Rd, Fairfax, CA
0.90
Apartment
$1,200,000
12/12/25
1
1
800 sqft
6 Forest Ln, San Rafael, CA
2.01
Apartment
$528,000
06/22/26
2
2
984 sqft
28 Ayala Ct, San Rafael, CA
2.13
Apartment
$137,500
10/24/25
1
435 sqft
134 Surrey Ln, San Rafael, CA
2.18
Apartment
$485,000
12/12/25
2
2
968 sqft
155 Nova Albion Way, San Rafael, CA
2.31
Apartment
$9,150,000
01/13/26
2
1
853 sqft
19 Merrydale Rd, San Rafael, CA
2.76
Apartment
$4,341,000
06/29/26
1
1
595 sqft
44 Martens Blvd, San Rafael, CA
2.98
Apartment
$1,085,000
06/29/26
2
1
2,196 sqft
1060 Los Gamos Rd #A, San Rafael, CA
2.87
Apartment
$3,700
11/01/25
3
2
1,390 sqft
525 Belle Ave, San Rafael, CA
3.55
Apartment
$2,280,000
06/03/26
1
1
700 sqft
Home facts updated by county records

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Rental Market Trends in Fairfax

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$2,511/mo
Average rent
$3.6K
$100MoM
Available listings
16
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What Locals Say about Fairfax

At least 45 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 97 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 93 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 88 % Say there's wildlife

  • 83 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 81 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 80 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say kids play outside

  • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 73 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 68 % Say it's quiet

  • 67 % Say car is needed

  • 65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 63 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 51 % Say there are community events

  • 35 % Say streets are well-lit

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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 10, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,100
Jan 29, 2026
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,100
Sep 25, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,500
Sep 12, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,500
Aug 7, 2023
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved

Frequently asked questions about 96 Forrest Ave

  • What is the price history for 96 Forrest Ave?
    96 Forrest Ave in Fairfax, CA last sold for $35,000 in July 2000.
  • Is Fairfax a buyer's or seller's market?
    Fairfax is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Fairfax?
    Residents describe Fairfax, CA as dog-friendly, walkable to restaurants, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in Fairfax, CA.
  • What are the closest schools to 96 Forrest Ave?
    The closest schools to 96 Forrest Ave in Fairfax, CA are Archie Williams High School (rated 10/10), Brookside Elementary School (rated 7/10), White Hill Middle School (rated 9/10).
  • Does 96 Forrest Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 96 Forrest Ave in Fairfax, CA has air conditioning.
  • Does 96 Forrest Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 96 Forrest Ave in Fairfax, CA has in-unit laundry.

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