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Hillside neighborhood by the bay
Every house in Almonte is in the hills, and people who move there sometimes stay for life. “As far as the neighborhood fabric, there’s a lot of old-timers there,” says Joshua Deitch, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker. “People live there for a long time, but you do have a mix of new people moving in.” Shopping centers have sprung up around Almonte over the years, adding popular cafés, restaurants and stores to the landscape. “It’s become this kind of eclectic, family-friendly area,” says Deitch.
Every house in Almonte is in the hills, and people who move there sometimes stay for life.
Most houses in Almonte are built on hilltops, and prices range from $1.5 to $3 million.
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Properties on a perch
Most houses in Almonte are built on hilltops, and prices range from $1.5 to $3 million. Midcentury modern and contemporary styles are the norm. “Houses are typically in the 2,000 square feet range,” says Deitch. The sleek outlines contrast with the rolling, hilly landscape of the neighborhood. The narrow winding roads often turn corners where the thick tree cover along the roads falls away in favor of far-reaching views of Richardson Bay or Tamalpais Valley. “Almonte faces the Bay,” says Deitch, “So depending on your orientation, you get great morning sun.”
Tudor-style home on a hillside in Almonte.
A wide variety of architectural styles can be found on Almonte’s residential streets.
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Mill Valley School District
The area is served by Mill Valley School District, which has an A rating on Niche. Students begin at Edna Maguire Elementary School, which has an A rating on Niche and continue at A-rated Mill Valley Middle School. Students finish up at Tamalpais High School, known around the area as Tam. The school has an A-plus rating on Niche and is the No. 2 public school in Marin County. Tam offers a variety of activities for students, like anime, animal kindness and hiking clubs.
Edna Maguire Elementary School was designated a California Distinguished School in 2023.
At Almonte students finish up at Tamalpais High School, known around the area as Tam.
Colorful steps celebrate diversity and inclusion at Mill Valley Middle School at Almonte.
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Spots for hikers, bikers and beach-goers
Almonte’s hilly landscape doesn’t leave much room for parks, so residents looking to explore nature head toward the trails around Muir Woods. Bikers can use the Mill Valley-Sausalito Bike Trail, which runs by the bayside face of the neighborhood, to exercise and take in views of Richardson Bay. The trail leads all the way down to Sausalito, about three miles away. Muir Beach is a popular spot for a day trip, and residents from all over the area head to the sandy shores to toss frisbees, work on their tan or read a book.
Near Almonte the famous Muir Woods are popular for day trips among families.
Bikers can use the Mill Valley-Sausalito Bike Trail, which runs by the bayside face of Almonte.
At Almonte locals exercise often and take in views of Richardson Bay.
A view of the sun setting behind hillside homes and tranquil waterways in Almonte.
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Tam Junction
Tam Junction sits at the foot of Almonte, and it’s the primary place residents go to eat and shop. Locals descend from their hilltop homes to eat, shop and socialize at spots like Hook Fish Co. and Equator Coffee. “Equator Coffee is like the cool Peets Coffee in the area,” says Deitch. “It’s got a great product and logo.” Good Earth Natural Foods is the go-to spot for groceries.
Tamalpais Valley Junction connects Almonte with Mill Valley and the greater SF Bay Area.
Equator coffee offers Almonte residents delicious drinks, snacks and a place to enjoy them.
Locals in Almonte go to eat, shop and socialize at spots like Hook Fish Co.
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A colorful mural in Almonte brightens the day of shoppers from across the street.
Performing arts in Mill Valley
The Marin Theatre Company offers summer camps for the kids and play for all ages to enjoy. It’s been a staple in the Mill Valley since 1966, and offers residents of the entire area the opportunity to interact with its plays and programs.
Getting around Almonte
Locals cruise down from the hills and hop on Shoreline Highway to get around the area. “It’s a very good environment for commuting to the highway,” says Deitch. San Francisco is 12 miles away, or about a 30-minute drive via the Golden Gate Bridge, and the San Francisco International Airport is 25 miles away. Commuters can also utilize the Marin Transit system, which has bus stops along nearby Miller Avenue.
San Francisco is 12 miles away from Almonte, or a 30-minute drive via the Golden Gate Bridge.
Commuters in Almonte use the Marin Transit system, which has bus stops along nearby Miller Ave
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Crime and Safety
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Almonte
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Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Almonte Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Almonte, Mill Valley sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Almonte, Mill Valley over the last 12 months is $1,700,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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