$1.3M
Median Home Price
19
Avg. Days on Market
$800K – $4M+
Price Range
7/10
School Rating
About San Rafael
San Rafael is the oldest and largest city in Marin County, located just north of the Golden Gate Bridge. With 30+ unique neighborhoods, Frank Lloyd Wright’s iconic Marin Civic Center, and a vibrant 4th Street corridor of boutique shops and diverse restaurants, San Rafael offers the most urban lifestyle in Marin while maintaining easy access to nature.
Location
Central-North Marin; SMART Train + Highway 101 access
Schools
San Rafael City Schools; Dominican University of California
Market
Median home price ~$1.3M; diverse housing options
Lifestyle
4th Street corridor, Marin Civic Center, China Camp State Park
Life in San Rafael
San Rafael’s downtown 4th Street corridor features boutique shops, diverse restaurants, cafes, and art galleries. The Marin Civic Center — Frank Lloyd Wright’s last major commission — hosts community events and the Marin County Fair. Two weekly farmers’ markets (downtown and Civic Center) draw 150+ vendors, making it the third-largest weekly market in California. China Camp State Park, Sorich Ranch, and Terra Linda-Sleepy Hollow Ridge offer hiking. The SMART Train provides rail access throughout Marin and into Sonoma County.
Schools & Education
San Rafael is served by the San Rafael City Schools District and is home to Dominican University of California, Marin Academy, and several other educational institutions. The city’s 30+ neighborhoods each have their own character and school options.
Frequently Asked Questions
What neighborhoods are in San Rafael?
San Rafael has 30+ unique neighborhoods including Terra Linda, Gerstle Park, Dominican, Sun Valley, Peacock Gap, Marinwood, Lucas Valley, and many more. Each has its own character, from hillside homes with Bay views to flat, walkable neighborhoods near downtown.
What is the farmers’ market like in San Rafael?
San Rafael hosts two weekly farmers’ markets — downtown and at the Marin Civic Center — with over 150 vendors combined. The Civic Center market is one of the three largest weekly farmers’ markets in California, featuring local produce, artisan foods, and crafts.
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