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Quiet coastal living in Bodega Bay
With its 15-mile stretch of the Pacific Ocean coast, Bodega Bay offers a unique lifestyle that has drawn people to make it their full-time home. "I've been told it takes a sturdy person to live out here," says Bodega Bay resident Jamie Trump, "probably because it's windy, cool, and remote. But honestly? This is the prettiest, most magical place I've ever been." Sebastopol is a 15 mile drive away, and the nightlife is limited. However, the stunning beauty of the area, combined with surprisingly strong Wi-Fi, attracts a diverse range of buyers, including those interested in coastal living, outdoor activities, and small-town communities.
The Bodega Head is a great place to whale watch and spend the day with friends.
Live along the water in these homes in Bodega Bay.
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Scenic mornings on the coast
For outdoor enthusiasts, Bodega Bay offers a plethora of activities. Locals can hike the paved walking path to the romantic cliffs of Bodega Head, a four-mile stretch that buffers the Pacific and is a prime spot for whale watching. North Salmon Creek Beach is a popular destination for surfing and driftwood bonfires, while the 2-mile shore at Doran Regional Park is perfect for flying a kite or walking the dog. The public, 18-hole Links at Bodega Harbour offer breathtaking ocean views, and equestrian trails provide a scenic route by the water. The Birdwalk Coastal Access Trail is home to a mile's worth of ponds, marshes, and waterfowl, and the marina is a great place to spot harbor seals and other wildlife.
Surfers enjoy the North Salmon Creek Beach in Bodega Bay.
The Bodega Head offers great hiking trails and views of Doran Beach and Bodega Bay's waterfront.
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Midcentury homes and coastal cottages
Bodega Bay offers a range of housing options, from primarily 19th-century farmhouses and rustic wood-shingled cottages to contemporary-style models from the 1980s and Craftsman-style estates. Single-family homes in Bodega Bay can range from $1 million to $2.5 million. They can be found along Highway 1, nestled in the hills and side streets of Bodega Harbor and clustered around the small inland town of Bodega. The high demand for housing in Bodega Bay is a testament to its beauty, but it also means that properties tend to sell quickly. However, potential buyers should be aware of the risk of flooding along Highway 1 and Salmon Creek and the potential for embers to reach the coast during wildfire season.
Right on the water you can find amazing custom homes in Bodega Bay.
Midcentury and modern Bodega Bay homes offer stunning views and golf access.
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Events at the community center
Residents gather to visit, do yoga and celebrate together at the Bodega Bay Community Center, which hosts annual events like late February’s Cabaret, a rollicking musical fundraiser where residents form the cast, crew and audience. After a lifetime of vacationing here, Jamie moved here in 2021 from the Sacramento area. “This is my happy place," she says. “It’s breathtakingly beautiful, and everyone who lives here loves it here. There’s a real sense of investment in a community.” Bodega Bay also hosts events like the Fisherman’s Festival and the annual Hitchcock Film Festival, thanks to the area’s white-clapboard icon – Saint Teresa of Avila Church in Bodega, made famous in Alfred Hitchcock’s 1963 horror film, The Birds.
Before long, you'll know just about everyone & see them all at the Bodega Bay Community Center.
Dock your sailboat at Bodega Harbor in Bodega Bay.
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Eateries and essentials in Old Town
Locals can head into Old Town for a bite to eat. Family-owned Spud Point Crab Company serves locals' favorite chowder and crab sandwiches, while Gourmet Au Bay is known for wood-fired seafood and wines by the glass. Hotel restaurants offer upscale dining, while the more casual Bluewater Bistro features live music on Thursdays and bayside views. In Bodega proper, Casino Bar & Grill is the go-to spot for fresh bay-to-table cuisine. Diekmann's Bay Store is the only spot in town for year-round grocery staples and serves as a bait shop, hardware store and gift shop. When it's time for a big shop, locals can make the 25 mile drive to Costco or Trader Joe's in Santa Rosa or head 15 miles to Sebastopol for Whole Foods.
Enjoy fresh caught and cooked crab at Spud Point Crab Co in Bodega Bay.
Diekmann's in Bodega Bay offers all the conveniences you will need for your weekend getaway.
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Drives to school in Bodega Bay
The Shoreline Unified School District serves the community, scoring average ratings on Niche. Elementary students may attend the B-plus-rated Bodega Bay School near the harbor. Though it could be better equipped for tech and recreation, it's known for having small class sizes and experienced teachers. Students then move on to the C-plus-rated Tomales Elementary School for middle school and the B-rated Tomales High School outside town. Due to its tight-knit community and geographical location, Bodega Bay scores a CAP Index of 1 out of 10 for crime.
Bodega Bay Elementary School is located in the center of Bodega Bay CA.
Tomales High School offers a peaceful campus for your child to learn at.
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Drives along Highway 1
Highway 1, or Shoreline Highway, is the main thoroughfare through Bodega Bay, running along the coast. Locals also benefit from the seasonal weekend bus service from Santa Rosa and Guerneville to Bodega Bay. US Route 1 diverges into Bodega Highway, leading residents to Sebastopol and Santa Rosa. Sebastopol also has the closest hospital, Palm Drive Hospital. Those looking to travel even further can head the 27 miles to Sonoma County Airport.
The Bodega Head offers great hiking trails and views of Doran Beach and Bodega Bay's waterfront.
In Sebastopol, 20 minutes from Bodega Bay, there is a hospital.
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On average, homes in Bodega Bay, CA sell after 65 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Bodega Bay, CA over the last 12 months is $1,407,500, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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