Spanish Ambassadors Residence

Investment Overview

1629 Fifth Avenue is a two-story office building built in 1898, retaining its original wood-frame character. The property has seen meaningful capital improvements over the years—including electrical upgrades, a seismic foundation retrofit, HVAC upgrades to name a few. The building offers a rare opportunity for a business owner to own their space, control occupancy costs, and create a true building identity. The site also includes a fenced yard/outdoor area and parking, providing flexibility that many small office buildings lack. Local lore suggests it once served as a turn-of-the-century Bay Area Spanish consular residence.

Investment 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