$1,575,133Average Value$937Average Price per Sq Ft3Homes For Sale
A welcoming community
In the heights of San Rafael, Sun Valley is a charming spot dappled with delightful restaurants and homes nestled in the hills with picturesque views. Resident and Pink Owl Coffee co-owner Saandra Bowlus talks warmly about the community: “It's centrally located so you can get to all the downtown areas nearby like San Anselmo and Fairfax. We have great weather most of the time and when you move into this neighborhood, you feel like a part of it almost instantly. It’s very open and welcoming.”
You can also enjoy the local farmers market in Sun Valley.
Locals from Sun Valley love to gather at Pond Farm Brewing for cold beers.
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Shop and dine in Sun Valley
With a diverse range of dining, Sun Valley diners can enjoy grabbing a meal or a drink at any of the establishments in the neighborhood. Sabor a Mexico brings South of the Border dishes to the plate while Italian restaurant The Kitchen Table makes homemade pastas daily. Pond Farm Brewing is a microbrewery featuring locally brewed beers with quirky names like Surreal Appeal and Gin and the Giant Peach. Pink Owl Coffee bakes its own pastries, roasts its own coffee and offers a cozy place to hang out and get work done. Tucked in between a collection of homes, residents will find Andy’s Sun Valley Market. The grocer doubles as an eatery thanks to its barbecue menu, wine available on tap and outdoor patio tables. There are also local businesses like West End Nursery, a great place to pick up plants to jazz up interiors and backyards. Bananas at Large – in spite of the misleading name – sells musical instruments. Locals can also visit the Sunday Marin Farmers’ Market. The market is the third largest in the state and has served the community since 1987.
A variety of small boutique shops line the street in Sun Valley.
Betzy's Tacos offers street style Mexican tacos, Cervezas, and more in San Rafael, CA.
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Parks for hiking and relaxing
A name like Sun Valley is fitting for a place with extensive views of the landscape. When ascending the ridge at Sorich Ranch Park, residents can see Mount Tamalpais, Bald Hill and even the San Francisco Bay. The Robert Dollar Hiking Trail is both a scenic drive and a moderately challenging hike. Other nearby trails include the Abraham Trail and the Crestwood Trail. For a less demanding park experience, Sun Valley Park offers differently sized play structures for kids of all ages and large grassy areas to run around or hold picnics. Membership at the Rafael Racquet Club includes access to several swimming pools, tennis courts and a gym.
Sorich Ranch Park is located in San Anselmo.
A lady calls her dog over so she can get started on her hike through Sorich Park.
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Homes in the San Rafael hills
Sun Valley homes are a mix of midcentury bungalows, Mediterranean styles and split-levels. Some sit atop the heights to offer stunning views while others are at ground-level and are within walking distance of Sun Valley’s popular shops and restaurants. Home prices run between $1.2 million and $3.4 million. Properties in this area typically remain on the market for about 24 days.
A row of beautiful modern houses in Sun Valley.
Some of the homes are truly picturesque in Sun Valley.
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Sun Valley schools
The San Rafael City High School District serves the neighborhood. Sun Valley Elementary School was given a B-plus grade from Niche while James B. Davidson earned a B-minus. With an A-minus rating, Terra Linda High School offers several ways for students to creatively express themselves through courses like film, ceramics and photography.
Sun Valley Elementary School serves students in the Sun Valley community.
Welcome to Terra Linda High School in San Rafael, CA.
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Access to US-101
Driving east through the neighborhood, the local streets give way to US-101. This state route transports southbound drivers to San Francisco, about 18 miles. For Sun Valley residents meeting flights, the San Francisco International Airport is 31 miles away.
Highway 101 connects the north bay to the greater bay area
Some houses have incredible views overlooking Sun Valley.
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Parks in this Area
San Anselmo Memorial Park
Sorich Ranch Park
Sun Valley Park
National Geographic Kids Play Area
Red Hill Community Park
Los Ranchitos Park
Transit
Airport
San Francisco International
54 min drive
Sun Valley Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Sun Valley, San Rafael sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Sun Valley, San Rafael over the last 12 months is $1,450,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
A light and bright home just off the flats of Sun Valley, one of San Rafael's most beloved neighborhoods. This special property offers a rare blend of comfort, space, and stunning views. Enjoy sweeping views of San Rafael and Mt. Tamalpais from your backyard, along with a flourishing orchard featuring avocado, peach, apple, fig, lemon, pear, oranges, pomegranate, grapes, and apricot. The
$200,000 price improvement! Smart investment property as a single family home OR two units! Upstairs 2BD/2BA + deck with interior staircase to a spacious downstairs with 1BD/1BA, kitchenette, deck and private exterior entrance. Bottom of interior staircase has double doors if used as two units. Al fresco dining, lounging and glorious sunsets from both upper and lower view decks. Large 14,300'
Nestled in the desirable Sun Valley neighborhood of San Rafael, this charming 2 BR, 1BA,1 attached garage bungalow is one you won't be able to resist. HUGE lot , move in ready, New roof and fully updated. Offering one-level living and inviting 8500sq lot, enough for a future in-law unit! Best neighborhoods in Marin, Lots of natural light with updated and a fully newly built backyard deck, short
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,163
Median Age
51
Population Density
7 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.8%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$129,702
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$161,982
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.7%
College Graduates
62.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23.7%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
32/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
48/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
30/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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