$2.5M
Median Home Price
45
Avg. Days on Market
$1.5M – $5M+
Price Range
~200
Total Residences
About Muir Beach
Muir Beach is a tiny coastal enclave of roughly 200 residents in West Marin, adjacent to Muir Woods National Monument and surrounded by the Golden Gate National Recreation Area. The community centers around a scenic cove popular with families, surfers, and dog walkers, and is home to the English-style Pelican Inn and the Green Gulch Farm Zen Center.
Location
West Marin coast; adjacent to Muir Woods National Monument
Schools
Mill Valley School District; Tamalpais High School
Market
Extremely limited inventory; $1.5M – $5M+
Lifestyle
Scenic cove, Pelican Inn, Green Gulch Farm, old-growth redwoods
Life in Muir Beach
Muir Beach offers an exceptionally private, nature-immersed lifestyle. The scenic cove is a favorite for beachcombing, surfing, and sunset watching. The Pelican Inn provides an English-style pub experience, while the Green Gulch Farm Zen Center offers meditation retreats and organic farming. Muir Woods National Monument — home to ancient old-growth coast redwoods — is just minutes away. The Golden Gate National Recreation Area surrounds the community with miles of coastal trails.
Schools & Education
Muir Beach children attend schools in the Mill Valley School District, with Tamalpais Valley Elementary and Tamalpais High School among the options. The small community size means families are closely connected.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is it like to live in Muir Beach?
Living in Muir Beach means exceptional privacy, direct access to a scenic cove, proximity to Muir Woods’ old-growth redwoods, and a tight-knit community of roughly 200 residents. It is one of the most secluded and private communities in Marin County.
How far is Muir Beach from San Francisco?
Muir Beach is approximately 20-25 minutes from the Golden Gate Bridge via Highway 1 and the Panoramic Highway. The drive is scenic but winding, which contributes to the community’s secluded character.
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