Why Live in Lincoln-San Rafael Hill
Lincoln-San Rafael Hill is a hillside neighborhood overlooking downtown San Rafael, offering a blend of privacy, nature, and convenience. The area features winding roads and homes set among trees, with architectural styles including Craftsman, colonial, and bungalow. Boyd Memorial Park, a local highlight, provides hiking opportunities via the Robert Dollar Trail and includes a playground. For more extensive outdoor activities, residents can drive 10 miles to Mount Tamalpais. The neighborhood is within walking distance of downtown San Rafael, where residents can enjoy a variety of dining options such as The Kitchen Table, Le Comptoir, and My Thai Restaurant. Grocery shopping is convenient with Safeway and Kuma Market nearby. Cultural attractions include the Falkirk Cultural Center, a historic Victorian home that hosts events and houses a contemporary art museum. The area is served by highly rated San Rafael City Schools, including Sun Valley Elementary School and Terra Linda High School. Transportation options are accessible, with the San Rafael Transit Center providing train service to San Francisco, which is about 20 miles away, and San Francisco International Airport located approximately 30 miles from the neighborhood. Lincoln-San Rafael Hill is also noted for its low crime risk compared to the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lincoln-San Rafael Hill a good place to live?
Lincoln-San Rafael Hill is a good place to live. Lincoln-San Rafael Hill is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Lincoln-San Rafael Hill is a suburban neighborhood. Lincoln-San Rafael Hill has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 7.7 people per acre and a median age of 43. The average household income is $147,053 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 60.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Lincoln-San Rafael Hill are renters, with 60.3% of residents renting and 39.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Lincoln-San Rafael Hill can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Lincoln-San Rafael Hill neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Lincoln-San Rafael Hill?
The median home price in Lincoln-San Rafael Hill is $285,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $57,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,480 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $63K a year to afford the median home price in Lincoln-San Rafael Hill. The average household income in Lincoln-San Rafael Hill is $147K.
What are the best public schools in Lincoln-San Rafael Hill?
The best public schools that serve Lincoln-San Rafael Hill are:
What are the best private schools in Lincoln-San Rafael Hill?
The best private schools that serve Lincoln-San Rafael Hill are:
- The Branson School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 8:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
- 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.
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Home Trends in Lincoln-San Rafael Hill, CA
On average, homes in Lincoln-San Rafael Hill, San Rafael sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Lincoln-San Rafael Hill, San Rafael over the last 12 months is $325,750, down 27% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$325,750
Median Single Family Sale Price
$600,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$204,766
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$219
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
14
Median List Price
$285,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-27%