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Mill Valley Heights

Mill Valley Heights

$2,347,274 Average Value
$215 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

Woodsy Northern California mountain getaway with culture and character

Homeowners peer through spindly redwood trunks from their mountain abodes in lush Mill Valley Heights. Ten miles north of San Francisco, this upscale, residential Marin County suburb edges some of Northern California’s most beloved open spaces, from the Muir Woods National Monument to the popular hiking and biking trails of Mt. Tam, plus the nearby Richardson Bay shores. Next door to the charming and walkable Downtown Mill Valley and about 10 minutes from the Tam Junction transit hub at Highway 1 and the 101, Mill Valley Heights is a convenient yet secluded location to set down roots.
Mill Valley Heights borders the Golden Gate National Recreation Area and other state-run parks.
Mill Valley Heights borders the Golden Gate National Recreation Area and other state-run parks.
Some homes in Mill Valley Heights are camouflaged within the hills of the mountains.
Some homes in Mill Valley Heights are camouflaged within the hills of the mountains.
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Midcentury mountain homes

It's an established community where Northern Californians have found respite for many years. “Most of the homes in Mill Valley Heights were built in the '50s, ‘60s and ‘70s,” says Whitney Potter, founder of Own Marin Real Estate and Marin native. Craftsman-inspired mountain cabins with weathered brown shingles meet midcentury modern sprawls with multi-story decks and the occasional contemporary Mediterranean style on these rugged hillsides. “The views are amazing, but since you have to drive to just about everything, the price point is a little lower than downtown,” Potter says. Properties typically range from about $2 million to $5 million, depending on the size, location and level of upgrades.
Lush foliage and native plants surround the homes in the Mill Valley Heights neighborhood.
Lush foliage and native plants surround the homes in the Mill Valley Heights neighborhood.
Larger homes away from neighbors can be found in some areas of Mill Valley Heights.
Larger homes away from neighbors can be found in some areas of Mill Valley Heights.
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Taking on Mt. Tam

The soaring mountain next door is part of the 82,000-acre Golden Gate Recreation Area, which includes the towering old-growth redwoods of the Muir Woods and dramatic coves along the Pacific Ocean. Mountain biking is thought to have started here, along the legendary Mt. Tam roads and trails, and there’s no shortage of running and hiking routes with the challenging Dipsea Trail nearby, which carves through several miles of woodland to the wide sands of Stinson Beach. This is all venerated public land, but with a home in Mill Valley Heights, it’s essentially in the backyard.
A lady hikes along a trail nearby Mt. Tam.
A lady hikes along a trail nearby Mt. Tam.
Mount Tamalpais is the focal point of the Mill Valley Heights neighborhood.
Mount Tamalpais is the focal point of the Mill Valley Heights neighborhood.
Mt Tamalpais can be seen in the distance towering over Mill Valley, CA.
Mt Tamalpais can be seen in the distance towering over Mill Valley, CA.
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Preserving history in cultural hang

The city of Mill Valley was named for its 19th-century sawmills, but the local lumber industry is long gone, leaving towering second-growth timbers in its wake. Locals can still explore the historic Reed Mill at Old Mill Park, strewn with picnic tables and a playground amid a redwood grove. The neighboring Mill Valley Lumber Yard is another popular area hangout, which dates to 1892, full of restored eateries like the creekside Watershed, known for locally sourced California cuisine, and independent shops like the bike emporium Mad Dogs & Englishmen. Here locals can gather with friends to cozy up to a firepit or join commuoutnity cornhole matches.
A mountain biker takes in the scenery in front of The Old Saw Mill in Mill Valley Heights.
A mountain biker takes in the scenery in front of The Old Saw Mill in Mill Valley Heights.
Mill Valley Lumber Co is located in the heart of Mill Valley Heights.
Mill Valley Lumber Co is located in the heart of Mill Valley Heights.
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Local eateries in Downtown Mill Valley

Downtown Mill Valley is full of trendy-casual restaurants like creative Mexican resto-bar Playa, and to the south, Sycamore Park offers dining options like the beloved Tamalpie Pizza, ice cream haven Mill Valley Swirl, and an outpost of Marin’s famed Puerto Rican mini-chain, Sol Food. Most locals visit the walkable, village-style downtown area to shop at the family-owned Mill Valley Market, where the homegrown produce includes organic fruit and veggies plucked from its own four-acre farm. Mill Valley Heights is also a few minutes from two Whole Foods and a Safeway to round out the weekly errands. On Friday mornings, homeowners head to the Mill Valley Farmers Market.
If you're looking for a healthy snack, stop into Urban Remedy and feel revitalized.
If you're looking for a healthy snack, stop into Urban Remedy and feel revitalized.
Some ladies and their dog enjoy a coffee outside Equator Coffee in Mill Valley.
Some ladies and their dog enjoy a coffee outside Equator Coffee in Mill Valley.
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Haven for outdoor theater

Mill Valley is a haven for outdoor theater. About 1,900 feet up by Mt. Tam, with killer views of the mountain and hills, Cushing Memorial Amphitheatre features serpentine-rock seating for about 3,700 and a “Mountain Play” each summer. Recent productions include the Sondheim musical, “Into the Woods.” Closer to sea level, The Curtain Theatre stages summertime Shakespeare performances in full historic costume at the redwood-rimmed amphitheater in Old Mill Park. Locals can also catch Summer Salons, featuring music, dance and poetry performances by area creatives at the non-profit O’Hanlon Center for the Arts.
Mill Valley Heights is in a perfect location between San Francisco and Napa.
Mill Valley Heights is in a perfect location between San Francisco and Napa.
Mill Valley Heights borders Muir Woods, offering beautiful mountain views.
Mill Valley Heights borders Muir Woods, offering beautiful mountain views.
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Students succeed at The Tam

Mill Valley is home to some of Northern California’s top-rated public schools. The neighborhood is zoned for the Mill Valley Public School District, which carries an overall Niche rating of A. Many kids start at the A-rated Old Mill Elementary, named a 2023-2024 California Distinguished School, before continuing to the A-rated Mill Valley Middle and earning their diplomas from the A-plus rated Tamalpais High (The Tam to locals). There are also several private schools nearby for those interested in exploring education alternatives.
Mill Valley Middle School in Mill Valley Heights ranks in the top 100 California Middle Schools.
Mill Valley Middle School in Mill Valley Heights ranks in the top 100 California Middle Schools.
Many high school-aged students in Mill Valley Heights attend the nearby Tamalpais High School.
Many high school-aged students in Mill Valley Heights attend the nearby Tamalpais High School.
Old Mill Elementary School is a high rated school in Mill Valley.
Old Mill Elementary School is a high rated school in Mill Valley.
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Easy 30 minutes to San Francisco

Homeowners in the Heights have to drive to leave the neighborhood, but Downtown Mill Valley is a pedestrian-friendly area, with sidewalk-lined streets and biking infrastructure built into most of the main roads. Commuters can drive south for roughly 30 minutes into the heart of San Fransisco by way of Route 101. Most homeowners here are drivers, but Marin Transit buses make stops along the main corridors for those who prefer a car-free ride into town. With a CAP Index score of two out of ten, Downtown Mill Valley also experiences less crime than the national average and some surrounding areas.
The 101 is only minutes away from Mill Valley allowing for convenience to  other areas.
The 101 is only minutes away from Mill Valley allowing for convenience to other areas.
The Larkspur ferry can be a less stressful option for commuting to the city from Marin.
The Larkspur ferry can be a less stressful option for commuting to the city from Marin.
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Transit

Airport

San Francisco International

48 min drive

Bus

Panoramic HWY & Bayview Dr

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Miller Ave & Una Way

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Panoramic HWY & Park Av

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Miller Ave & Montford Ave

Bus

Panoramic HWY & Ridge Av

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Mill Valley Heights US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 2 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Mill Valley Heights Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$399,900
Median Sale Price
$240,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$489,990
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$240,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$399,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
11
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-50%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$215

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,134
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1955
Months of Supply
6.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,159
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,489
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,614
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
712
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018

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
3,278
Median Age
50
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.7%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$174,739
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$189,362

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
98.5%
College Graduates
76%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
40.8%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.6%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
44''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

31 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

50 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.

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