Why Live in Dominican
Dominican, a suburb in San Rafael, offers a blend of culture, recreation, and striking architecture. Nestled at the foothills of San Pedro Mountain, this neighborhood is characterized by its narrow, winding roads that traverse streams and forested areas filled with towering pines, redwoods, and tropical palms. The area features a mix of updated mid-century homes, large contemporary builds, and historic turn-of-the-20th-century Victorians, many with indoor-outdoor layouts and scenic views of the San Rafael Bay. Dominican University of California, a private institution founded in 1890, is a central feature of the neighborhood, known for its 80-acre park-like campus and cultural events, including a popular lecture series. Residents enjoy proximity to nature preserves like San Pedro Mountain Preserve and Harry Barbier Memorial Park, offering rugged trails and panoramic views. For daily needs, Montecito Plaza provides grocery options such as Trader Joe’s and Whole Foods, along with fitness centers and local retailers. Downtown San Rafael, with its Victorian-style buildings, offers a vibrant commercial corridor for dining and nightlife. The neighborhood's schools, including Coleman Elementary, James B. Davidson Middle, and San Rafael High, are all within a 10-minute drive and have overall good ratings. Dominican is a walkable community with sidewalks lining most streets, though many residents use cars for longer trips, benefiting from easy highway access to the Golden Gate Bridge and Richmond. Public transportation options include Marin Transit buses and the SMART train station, facilitating commutes throughout the Bay Area.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Dominican a good place to live?
Dominican is a good place to live. Dominican is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Dominican is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Dominican has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.2 people per acre and a median age of 45. The average household income is $151,713 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 54.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Dominican are home owners, with 47.6% of residents renting and 52.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Dominican can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Dominican neighborhood guide.
Is Dominican, CA a safe neighborhood?
Dominican, CA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Dominican?
The median home price in Dominican is $379,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $75,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,960 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $84K a year to afford the median home price in Dominican. The average household income in Dominican is $152K.
What are the best public schools in Dominican?
The best public schools that serve Dominican are:
What are the best private schools in Dominican?
The best private schools that serve Dominican are:
- Marin Academy has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 4.2.
- Brandeis Marin has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 6:1 and an average review score of 4.9.
- The Marin School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 7:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
What are the most popular zip codes in Dominican, San Rafael, CA?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Dominican, San Rafael, CA?
Are home prices dropping in Dominican?
Yes, home prices in Dominican are down 86% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Dominican, CA
On average, homes in Dominican, San Rafael sell after 21 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Dominican, San Rafael over the last 12 months is $375,000, down 90% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$375,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$375,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$349,888
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$241
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median List Price
$379,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-90%