Why Live in Mare Island
Mare Island in Vallejo features two-story Mission Revival and New Traditional homes, primarily built around 2005, with four-to-five-bedroom layouts on compact lots. Crescent Park, a central greenspace, is a focal point for the community. The neighborhood is connected by Flagship Drive, offering views of San Pablo Bay. Mare Island residents pay additional fees for park upkeep. The Mare Island San Pablo Bay Trail and Mare Island Preserve provide scenic walking paths and vistas, while the Vallejo People’s Garden supports community agriculture. The area experiences cooler, breezier weather due to its coastal location, but faces seismic activity and potential flooding in undeveloped northern areas. Repurposed historical buildings house local businesses like The Quarters coffee shop and Mare Island Brewing Company, alongside a CrossFit gym and glassblowing studio. Dining options include Savage & Cooke, known for its whiskey and fried chicken. For groceries, residents travel to nearby Vallejo. Events such as the Light Night Holiday Tree Celebration and Mare Island Half Marathon are organized by the Mare Island Company, and Vino Godfather Winery hosts concerts and tastings. St. Peter’s Chapel, with its Tiffany & Co. stained glass windows, offers concerts and tours. Residents can walk or bike within the island, or drive across the Napa River to Vallejo. The Mare Island Ferry provides a direct route to San Francisco, and Oakland International Airport is 37 miles away.
Home Trends in Mare Island, CA
On average, homes in Mare Island, Vallejo sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Mare Island, Vallejo over the last 12 months is $229,900, down 48% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$229,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$292,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$381,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$214
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
19
Median List Price
$399,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-48%