Riviera Circle is an upscale, waterfront neighborhood in Larkspur where homes have private docks along Corte Madera Creek. This sought-after, North Bay community was built during the late 1960s and early 1970s and it features elegant midcentury homes. Residents enjoy views of the water on one side and forested mountaintops on the other. It’s also zoned for some of the best schools in the region, some of which are within walking distance. “It’s a wonderful neighborhood, and it’s very popular with families who want their kids to go to Larkspur schools,” says Realtor Garrett Burdick of Coldwell Banker Realty, who lives in neighboring San Rafael. “Once people get in there, they don’t want to leave.”
Riviera Circle offers many custom mid-century modern homes to choose from.
Riviera Circle residents enjoy waterfront activities like kayaking on the Corte Madera Creek.
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Elegant, upscale homes built in the 1960s and 70s
Riviera Circle, also known as Larkspur Marina, has 160 homes that sit either along a man-made lagoon at the center of the neighborhood or on the Corte Madera Creek, which wraps around the outer edge. All the homes facing the creek have their own docks, where residents can set sail along the water as it tumbles down to the San Pablo Bay. Architectural styles range from long, flat ranch homes to two-story Craftsman homes, many of which have been remodeled and renovated over the years. Prices range from $2 million to $4 million, putting it well above the Marin County median.
Head to Riviera Circle for life in the shadow of Mt. Tam and all it has to offer.
Find your perfect craftsman-style home in Larkspur at Riviera Circle.
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Sought-after public schools
Students in Riviera Circle can attend some of the Bay Area’s top-rated schools, including Redwood High School, which earns an A-plus rating from Niche. The high school is directly across the street from the neighborhood, so many students have the option of walking or biking. It’s a three-time recipient of the California Distinguished Schools Award. Students also attend Neil Cummins Elementary School and Hall Middle School, both of which earn A ratings.
Redwood high school is a California distinguished school.
Neil Cummins Elementary School believes all children are capable of learning.
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Piper Park and Mount Tamalpais
Outdoor recreation, relaxation and local parks are within walking — or boating — distance. “There are walking trails, beautiful parks and it’s pretty close to Mount Tam, which is one of the best spots for hiking and biking in Marin,” Burdick says. The neighborhood sits right next to Piper Park, a sprawling community space with tennis courts, ballfields, playgrounds, a community garden and an indoor recreation center. It’s one of the most active parks in the city, bringing together people of all ages who want to get outside. The neighborhood is also just a few minutes from some of Marin County’s best-known outdoor destinations, Mount Tamalpais and Baltimore Canyon Preserve. These vast open spaces are crisscrossed by hiking and biking trails with spectacular views of Bay Area scenery.
Enjoy a game of beach volleyball with friends at Piper Park.
Children play in a tree trunk as hikers pass by at Dawn Falls Trailhead.
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Walk or bike to Downtown Larkspur shops and restaurants
While there’s no shopping or dining within Riviera Circle, there’s plenty of it close by. Residents are less than 2 miles from The Village at Corte Madera and Town Center Corte Madera, both of which are outdoor shopping malls with upscale apparel shops, department stores, restaurants and grocers like Safeway and Trader Joe’s. Also nearby is Larkspur’s sleepy downtown district where locals will find cozy cafes, bakeries, pizzerias and boutique shops in a festive, small-town atmosphere. It’s also home to The Lark, an historic art deco movie theater.
Riviera Circle residents head to Downtown Larkspur or Corte Madera to enjoy community gathering spots.
Riviera Circle grocery shopping options include Safeway in Corte Madera.
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Getting around the Bay Area
Riviera Circle is about a mile from State Route 101, a major commuter corridor that offers a direct route to the Golden Gate Bridge and San Francisco to the south and San Rafael to the north. Those who prefer to travel by rail can hop aboard the Sonoma-Marin Area Rail Transit train, which runs from Larkspur all the way to Santa Rosa and the Sonoma County Airport. The Marin Health Medical Center, just a few miles away, is a long-running community hospital that’s been serving the region since 1952.
Riviera Circle commuters can hop a ferry to get all around the Bay Area.
The SMART station offers Riviera Circle residents transport through the region to the Sonoma County Airport.
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Flooding is a risk for Riviera Circle
Because of Riviera Circle’s low-lying, waterfront locale, it is at a high risk for flooding. Homeowners may want to consider purchasing flood insurance.
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Parks in this Area
Shorebird Marsh
Corte Madera Town Park
Piper Park
Dawn Falls Trailhead
Transit
Airport
San Francisco International
48 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Riviera Circle
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
164
Median Year Built
1974
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,496
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,771
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,147
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
358
Median Age
57
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
18.2%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
37.2%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$112,500
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$171,045
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.4%
College Graduates
79.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
38.9%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
63.8%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
80/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
47/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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