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Get to Gerstle Park
Gerstle Park has a lot going for it, especially its namesake park in the center of the neighborhood. “One of the great things about Gerstle Park is the beautiful setting,” says James Nead, a Realtor with Coldwell Banker Realty. Close to downtown San Rafael, while being comfortably quiet, this neighborhood offers an active neighborhood association and friendly community to potential homebuyers. “They have yearly block parties,” Nead says. “That goes along with the awesome community.”
Gerstle Park has a very popular dog community.
Gerstle Park residence enjoy playing with their dogs at the park at Gerstle Park
Gerstle Park residence enjoy the park at Gerstle Park
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More than a park
Bordered by a low stone wall with ivy growing over the top, the trees and fields of Gerstle Park are the cornerstones of the neighborhood. This park dates back to 1930, when it was donated to the city by Lewis Gerstle, a 20th century businessman. Today, children sprint around its playground, joggers circle the paths beneath trees, and laid-back visitors spread picnic blankets on the grass. Beyond the beloved park, residents will drive 10 miles to the trail system that makes its way up Mount Tamalpais.
Gerstle Park residence enjoy playing with their dogs at the park at Gerstle Park
Gerstle Park residence enjoy a walk-through the neighborhood on a sunny day
Gerstle Park has plenty of different parks to play with your dog.
The Gerstle Park neighborhood of San Rafael is bordered by open spaces to the south.
Gerstle Park has a very popular dog community.
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Charming homes
The neighborhood has a diversity of housing styles owing to its lengthy history, from contemporary bungalows to historic homes. "Architecturally, it's really charming," says Nead. Most properties fall in the million-dollar range, typically between $1-$2 million. Streetscapes are a mix of gridded suburban and windy, tree-lined streets and many homes are within walking distance of Gerstle Park. The neighborhood is also home to historic Victorian properties that rarely go up for sale, partially because some were destroyed in the 1950s to clear the way for apartment buildings. That prompted the establishment of the Gerstle Park Neighborhood Association, which still works to protect the history and character of the neighborhood.
The Marin History Museum celebrates the traditions, innovation, and creativity of Marin.
A traditional lakeside victorian home, and many like it, can be found in Gerstle Park
A mix of victorian and cottage styles, this home has beautiful architecture in Gerstle Park.
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Active neighborhood events
The Gerstle Park Neighborhood Association doesn’t only protect the neighborhood's past by maintaining the neighborhood’s aesthetics; it also maintains the neighborhood's present and future community by hosting seasonal events. Residents can get their hands dirty during the annual Earth Day mushroom hunt, or enjoy a casual evening with friends and neighbors at Gerstle Park takeout night.
Downtown San Rafael
For a bite to eat, residents take can walk to the restaurants around downtown San Rafael. “You can easily walk to downtown San Rafael,” says Nead. It’s home to plenty of different restaurants. Casa Manana and its Mexican cuisine draw patrons in on warm afternoons for lunch, and the sandwiches and lattes from Pink Owl Coffee bring in early risers for breakfast. For groceries, locals head to Safeway or Kuma Market.
Casa Manana is the go-to restaurant for Mexican food in Gerstle Park.
Casa Manana hasCas a lot of character and great Mexican food in Gerstle Park.
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Nearby schools
The area is served by San Rafael City Schools, which has an A-minus rating on Niche. The area’s youngest learners can begin their academic journeys at C-minus-rated Laura Dell Elementary School and continue at James B. Davidson Middle School, which has a B-minus rating. Students finish up at A-minus-rated Terra Linda High School, which has a variety of activities available for students, like hiking, fantasy football and Taylor Swift clubs.
Laurel Dell Elementary School serves students in the Picnic Valley community.
James B. Davidson Middles School in Canal has programs that include Drama and Maker's Tech.
Terra Linda High School has a brand new campus for students to enjoy.
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The Larkspur Ferry building offers access to The Bay Area from Gerstle Park.
Getting around Gerstle Park
Residents can hop on the train at the San Rafael Transit Center, which provides transportation into San Francisco. The Redwood Highway is minutes from the neighborhood and connects residents to San Francisco, which is about 20 miles away. Residents looking to take a flight can head to the San Francisco International Airport, about 30 miles away.
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Crime and Safety
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Gerstle Park
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Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
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4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Gerstle Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Gerstle Park, San Rafael sell after 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Gerstle Park, San Rafael over the last 12 months is $1,250,000, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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