With a population of just over 20,000, as well as its unique culture and natural surroundings, Mill Valley was called one of the “Best Small Towns in America” by Smithsonian Magazine. Mill Valley is close enough to enjoy the neighboring big city attractions and small enough to enjoy the community feel. You may even run into an A list actor or actress at the Annual Mill Valley Film Festival.
If you are looking for a new home in a family oriented area in California, then Mill Valley might be the right place. Mill Valley is located less than a thirty minute drive from San Francisco. You will find very little new construction in the area, as land is at a premium. Mill Valley has a variety of home styles for just about every buyer, from those on a budget to those looking for their dream home. On average, Mill Valley residents enjoy a spacious 2,300 square feet of living space.
The average home median sale price in the area is slightly over $1 million. Last year Mill Valley had an increase in median home prices of roughly 22% over last year; an increase of 12% in home selling price based a $/SF basis.

Market activity in Mill Valley is impressive. Compared to an average of 100+ days on the market last year, 2013 saw a decrease to just over 45 days, significantly lower than the national average. Recently, there have been over fifty homes listed for sale each month in Mill Valley, with over 300 homes sold just last month.

If you’re in the market for investment properties, some good news here, the market is stable and average rents in Mill Valley are now over a $1,000 a month. Rental property in Mill Valley accounts for 31% of the total housing inventory. This figure is 12% higher than the national average.
Working with a real estate expert is key to navigating the market and finding a place to call home. www.MarinRealestate.net has been a trusted industry resource in the Marin County area with its agents having over sixty years of combined experience. While the real estate industry has certainly had its ups and downs in the last several years, Marin Real Estate has remained a strong partner by finding creative solutions to sell properties. Additionally, the extensive knowledge and ties to the Mill Valley community gives Marin Real Estate access to properties not yet on the market.
Mill Valley boasts its reputation of family-friendly activities for children; plus hiking, biking and golf. Or, you may decide to tour the scenic Golden Gate National Recreation Area on horseback. Mill Valley is home to the annual Film Festival and the Annual Wine and Gourmet Food Tasting event which showcases the local food and wine favorites. You will find the neighborhoods to be child friendly with a variety of both indoor and outdoor activities and a choice of excellent schools. The median income for Mill Valley residents is $114,000, and the median age of its residents is 43 years old.