MILL VALLEY
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Nestled at the base of Mt. Tamalpais, which watches over the Pacific Ocean and the entire Bay Area, Mill Valley is a family-friendly paradise and a jumping-off point for mountain sports enthusiasts. Not only is Mill Valley an exciting place to recreate, shop and dine, it is also a great place to live. The Smithsonian Magazine recently called Mill Valley one of “The 20 Best Small Towns in America." Two national financial magazines, MONEY and CNN/Money, named Mill Valley “One of the 10 Top Cities in America in Which to Live.”
Mill Valley’s close proximity to San Francisco and access to Golden Gate Transit buses, which loop all the major roads in the area, makes it a convenient location for commuters. There are also many small businesses and start-ups in Mill Valley, and plenty of folks who work at home-based businesses. Mill Valley’s excellent public and independent schools make Mill Valley a perfect place to raise a family. Its high quality of arts and entertainment keep it exciting for people of all ages. Its ready access to outdoor recreation, locally grown foods and wellness practitioners helps residents lead healthy, vibrant lives.
Commute Times
San Francisco 35m by car
Oakland 45m by car
Silicon Valley 75m by car
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Key Details
WHAT TO EXPECT
Active neighbors and a bustle of families and bikers at local shops.
THE LIFESTYLE
Outdoorsy, upscale and friendly, Mill Valley has relaxed mountain-life vibes.
UNEXPECTED APPEAL
Families, teens and cyclists gather at the Depot in the center of town before tackling local adventures.
THE MARKET
High-end and undisturbed, properties here range from small hunter’s cottages to mountainside mansions.
YOU'LL FALL IN LOVE WITH
A casual, active way of life that just can’t be helped in a town surrounded by nature.
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The Market:
High-end and undisturbed, properties here range from small hunter’s cottages to mountainside mansions.
With median home prices at about $1.5 million, Mill Valley has some of the Bay’s most appealing homes, including estates tucked away along winding, wooded lanes, old hunting cabins, and condos closer to the city center. With the commute to San Francisco relatively close and easy access to the ocean and gorgeous mountainside views, it’s hard not to feel settled here.