Why Live in Belvedere
Belvedere, a bayside community known for its stunning views and luxury living, is situated on Richardson Bay. The neighborhood features a mix of midcentury modern, Cape Cod-inspired homes, storybook cottages, Mediterranean villas, and modern estates, many with private docks for boating. The area is historically rich, with homes designed by notable architects like Julia Morgan and Albert Farr. Belvedere Lagoon separates Belvedere and Corinthian Islands, creating a serene environment reminiscent of a seaside resort. The San Francisco Yacht Club, established in 1934, remains a social hub. Belvedere Park offers a playground and open field, while the nearby 122-acre Old Saint Hilary’s Preserve in Tiburon provides hiking trails with panoramic views. For indoor activities, residents frequent The Ranch and the Tiburon Peninsula Club. Essential shopping is available at CVS and Woodlands Market in Downtown Tiburon, which also hosts dining options like Sam’s Anchor Café, Tiburon Tavern, and Luna Blu. The Reed Union School District serves the area, with highly rated schools including Reed Union Elementary, Bel Aire Elementary, Del Mar Middle, and Tamalpais High School. Belvedere boasts a crime rate lower than the national average. Key roads like San Rafael Avenue and Beach Road connect residents to Tiburon Boulevard, and the Golden Gate Ferry offers a 30-minute trip to San Francisco.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Belvedere a good place to live?
Belvedere is a good place to live. Belvedere is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Belvedere is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Belvedere has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.9 people per acre and a median age of 55. The average household income is $214,550 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 84.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Belvedere are home owners, with 25.7% of residents renting and 74.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Belvedere can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Belvedere neighborhood guide.
Is Belvedere, CA a safe neighborhood?
Belvedere, CA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Belvedere?
The median home price in Belvedere is $7,463,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $1,492,700 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.51%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $37,780 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $2M a year to afford the median home price in Belvedere. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Belvedere is $215K.
What are the best public schools in Belvedere?
The best public schools that serve Belvedere are:
- Redwood High School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 20:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
- Del Mar Middle School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 12:1 and an average review score of 4.2.
- Tamalpais High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 20:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
What are the best private schools in Belvedere?
The best private schools that serve Belvedere are:
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Are home prices dropping in Belvedere?
Yes, home prices in Belvedere are down 1% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Belvedere, CA
On average, homes in Belvedere, CA sell after 82 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Belvedere, CA over the last 12 months is $6,750,000, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$6,750,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$7,178,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$7,300,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$2,287
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
19
Median List Price
$7,463,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
15%
