Lucas Valley is cradled between Marin County's gently sloping hills. The neighborhood is known for its unique architecture, quiet atmosphere and community gathering spaces. Lucas Valley is also next to Skywalker Ranch, a property owned by Star Wars filmmaker George Lucas. Proximity to the ranch doesn't affect daily life in this neighborhood, but it is nice to be next to the source of the force.
Trails are minutes from plenty of the homes in Lucas Valley. "There are trails, biking, and hiking," says Renee Adelmann, owner of Bay Area Modern Real Estate and a Lucas Valley Resident. "It's a big part of life." Big Rock, the Terra Linda Divide and Lucas Valley Loop are popular hiking areas nearby. Cyclists frequently go up and down Lucas Valley Road, with some taking journeys of many miles. "Lots of people take their bikes all the way to the ocean," says Adelmann. "Lucas Valley Road is a big biking road."
Homes in Lucas Valley tend to go for between $1.6 million and $2.7 million, according to Adelmann. The neighborhood is known for a particular style of midcentury-modern ranch home called Eichler Homes, which tend to sell at the top of the price range. "It's the ultimate in California living. Everything is on one level surrounded by walls of glass," says Adelmann. The neighborhood was built as a tract, and the builder, Joseph Eichler, is one of the California developers credited with bringing this style of home to California.
Big Rock Deli is the premier spot in town to grab a bite to eat and get together. "It's a pretty big hangout spot," says Adelmann. "They have a music venue in there. It's a big deal. Everyone loves it." Big Rock Deli has a casual vibe, with picnic tables and murals in the back, where people hang out and enjoy live music. It's also a go-to spot for groceries and beer. It's the only business in town. For more shopping and dining, most locals head to nearby Terra Linda, which has big box retailers and grocery stores. The town's lack of businesses is a feature of the neighborhood, not a bug. "You trade the shopping for the quiet," says Adelmann. "You can see the stars. It's very beautiful up there. There's so much greenery and nature up there."
The area is served by the Miller Creek Elementary School District, which has an A rating on Niche. Lucas Valley Elementary School is roughly in the center of the neighborhood, and Adelmann says students often walk or ride their bikes to the School. It has an 8/10 score from Great Schools. Miller Creek Middle School also has an A rating on Niche. Students enter the San Rafael School District to attend Terra Linda High, which has an A-minus rating on Niche and has popular activities for students like rock climbing, Taylor Swift and fantasy football clubs.
Lucas Valley is free from noisy traffic, train lines or any other commuter noise. The nearest major roadway is Redwood Highway, which is about three miles away and leads into San Francisco. For international travel, the San Francisco International airport is about 45 miles away.
Julie Widergren
Coldwell Banker Realty
(707) 665-1664
56 Total Sales
1 in Lucas Valley
$2,025,000 Price
Keith Offord
Ross Valley Real Estate
(628) 336-1358
73 Total Sales
1 in Lucas Valley
$1,755,000 Price
Renee Adelmann
Bay Area Modern Real Estate
(628) 288-7397
150 Total Sales
36 in Lucas Valley
$1.4M - $3.6M Price Range
Whitney Potter
Own Marin
(510) 988-5763
619 Total Sales
8 in Lucas Valley
$1.3M - $3.7M Price Range
Kathi Elliott
Compass
(650) 457-6421
25 Total Sales
6 in Lucas Valley
$1.9M - $2.3M Price Range
Shana Rohde-Lynch
Compass
(628) 227-2916
329 Total Sales
4 in Lucas Valley
$2.9M - $4.3M Price Range
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Lucas Valley | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Lucas Valley, San Rafael sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Lucas Valley, San Rafael over the last 12 months is $2,152,500, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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