Mill Valley
Wellness and community against the backdrop of Mt. tamalpais
The largest town in Southern Marin, Mill Valley is all about wellness, community, and an active, outdoor lifestyle - something that comes with the territory when the endless trails of Golden Gate National Recreation Area begin in your backyard. Although just minutes from SF, small town charm is also aplenty ... locals know that the vibrant downtown is the place to be for everything from live music and art shows to craft brews and some of the best dining in Marin.
the vibe
A progressive and family-friendly community rooted in a focus on wellbeing, an active lifestyle, and sophisticated small town charm.
the SF Commute
Aside from Sausalito, the fastest in Marin. Many opt for personal vehicles or private company busses - but if you really want to start your day off like a local, download Strava and join the Mill Valley bike path morning rush.
The Schools
Public Elementary Schools: (K-5 and available to all areas / not neighborhood assigned): Tam Valley, Strawberry, Old Mill, Park, and Edna Maguire.
Middle School: Mill Valley Middle School (6-8)
High School: Tamalpais High School (9-12)
Private: Marin Horizon School (PK - 8); Mount Tamalpais School (K-8); The Helix School, serving autistic learners (K-12); the North Bridge Academy, serving dyslexic learners (2-8); Terra Marin School (PK-8)
The Real Estate
Charming bungalows on tree lined neighborhood streets; striking estates with huge Mt. Tam and loads of sun; vintage cottages nestled in the canyon, surrounded by Redwoods ... Mill Valley's housing stock is eclectic yet highly coveted.
Local Favorites
Poet and the Bench for handmade art and jewelry by independent designers | Mint Design Play, where beautifully curated womenswear shares the stage with chic children's toys | Equator Coffee and Tea, the unofficial epicenter of downtown | Shoreline Coffee Shop for churros and classic diner vibes | CNL Native Plant Nursery for everything you need to start the garden of your dreams | Avatar's Punjabi Burrito for intense flavors wrapped in plush Indian flatbread | Flour Craft Bakery for the best gluten free treats | Good Earth Market, the most beautiful and environmentally aware grocery store you will ever see | Cafe Del Soul for vegetarian goodness | Proof Lab for an indoor skate park, complete surf shop, and easygoing California vibes | Red Dragon Yoga to sweat. A lot. | The Throckmorton Theater for everything from musicals and art exhibits to poetry and comedy nights | the Mill Valley Fall Arts Festival for an annual gathering of art in a Redwood forest | Hauke Park for soccer, biking, walking, kayak-launching and soaking up the last drops of afternoon sun.
