Belvedere, Marin County
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Belvedere

$5M+

Median Home Price

35

Avg. Days on Market

$3M – $15M+

Price Range

10/10

School Rating

About Belvedere

Belvedere is one of the most exclusive residential communities in the San Francisco Bay Area, occupying a half-square-mile hillside island of fewer than 1,000 residences. Built on two former islands connected by causeways, Belvedere features architecturally stunning estates with panoramic views of the San Francisco skyline, Angel Island, and the Golden Gate Bridge. Incorporated in 1896, it is one of California’s smallest and oldest cities.

Location

Island peninsula in Marin; connected to Tiburon by causeway

Schools

Reed Union School District — among the highest-performing in Marin

Market

Median home price $5M+; ultra-luxury waterfront estates

Lifestyle

Private lagoon, SF Yacht Club, Tiburon Main Street access

Life in Belvedere

Belvedere offers a uniquely private, coastal-inspired lifestyle. Residents enjoy a private lagoon perfect for kayaking and children’s sailing, quiet tree-lined streets with virtually no commercial presence, and the San Francisco Yacht Club within walking distance. The community shares Tiburon’s Main Street and Ark Row boutiques, waterfront dining at Sam’s Anchor Cafe and The Bungalow Kitchen, and direct ferry access to San Francisco.

Schools & Education

Belvedere is served by the Reed Union School District, shared with Tiburon. Bel Aire Elementary, Reed Elementary, and Del Mar Middle School are all among the highest-performing schools in Marin County. High school students typically attend Redwood High School or private institutions like The Branson School.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Belvedere one of the most exclusive communities in Marin?

Belvedere’s exclusivity comes from its island geography — fewer than 1,000 residences on just half a square mile — combined with panoramic Bay views from nearly every property, a private lagoon, and proximity to the San Francisco Yacht Club. It has been one of California’s smallest incorporated cities since 1896.

What is the real estate market like in Belvedere?

Belvedere is one of the most expensive real estate markets in the Bay Area, with a median home price exceeding $5 million. Properties range from $3 million to well over $15 million for waterfront estates with direct Bay views. Inventory is extremely limited, making it a highly competitive market.

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