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A woodsy, hillside community of San Rafael overlooking the bay
In Glenwood, midcentury ranch-style homes and spacious contemporary homes dot the hills that rise above San Rafael Bay in Marin County. Narrow lanes are etched into the wooded slopes, occasionally opening into clearings with sweeping views of the bay and surrounding ridgelines. Point San Pedro Road curves alongside the water’s edge, offering up some of the area’s priciest real estate. “It’s a pretty sought-after location. It’s very family oriented. It has great schools, nice parks and there's a ton of hiking and biking trails out there,” says Kristie Martinelli of Coldwell Banker Realty, a longtime area resident. “It’s great for outdoorsy people.”
Premium homes in Glenwood typically sell for between $2 million and $5 million.
In Glenwood narrow lanes are etched into the wooded slopes, occasionally opening into clearings with sweeping views of the bay.
Winding roads take you from the harbor in Glenwood to homes with hillside views of the bay.
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Upscale contemporary and midcentury homes perched on forested slopes
Glenwood consists of several distinct sections. Homes along Robinhood Drive and Rollingwood Drive are ranch-style on small lots that were primarily built in the 1960s. Their owners have taken good care of these homes, making tasteful renovations and upgrades to bring them into the 21st century. Prices there typically range from around $1.3 million to $1.7 million. Elsewhere, contemporary homes are perched along the low ridges, while others are situated along the shoreline. These homes fetch a premium, typically selling for between $2 million and $5 million.
Ranch-style homes with two-car garages are a common sight in Glenwood.
Ranch style homes built in the 1960s are popular in the Glenwood neighborhood.
Glenwood home owners have taken good care of these homes, making tasteful renovations and upgrades to bring them into the 21st century.
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Community parks, bayside marinas and hiking at China Camp State Park
Glenwood has plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation, from tiny community parks to sprawling nature reserves and waterfront marinas. Kids and parents can walk to Scott McNear Park, which has a small playground surrounded by trees, or take a stroll by the water at Bayside Park. The northern edge of the neighborhood is bordered by China Camp State Park. Its rugged trails twist and turn across 1,500 acres of forestland, some of which are accessible from neighborhood streets. Loch Lomond Marina Park, at the opposite end of the neighborhood, is where boat enthusiasts set sail across the deep blue bay. “Because Glenwood’s on the water, you get a nice cool breeze that cools things off in the summertime,” Martinelli says.
Loch Lomond Marina Park is the place where boat enthusiasts set sail across the deep blue bay.
Enjoy a brisk morning walk and game time at Scott McNear playground.
Expansive grass fields at Victor Jones Park are perfect for your furry friends to run around.
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Make the drive to buzzy Downtown San Rafael
A range of dining, shopping and grocery options can be found about 4 miles away in Downtown San Rafael. There, residents will find mom-and-pop shops, independent eateries, cafes and cocktail bars. Whether it’s authentic Puerto Rican cuisine at Sol Food, Laotian and Thai at Laos Kitchen, there’s something for every palate. For a little entertainment, film buffs can catch an indie flick or classic movie at the art deco-style Smith Rafael Film Center. Grocery stores include Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods and Sprouts Farmers Market.
Laos Kitchen along with shopping and grocery options can be found about 4 miles away in Downtown San Rafael.
Sol Food located in Downtown San Rafael, is minutes away from the Glenwood neighborhood.
Whole Foods in the Glenwood of San Rafael area is a local favorite for food shopping.
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Glenwood Elementary is one of the highest-rated schools in the city
Students can start their education at Glenwood Elementary, which earns an A-minus rating from Niche, before moving on to B-rated James B. Davidson Middle School. Upperclassmen attend B-rated San Rafael High School, which is in central San Rafael on an historic, 33-acre campus. It enrolls around 1,200 students every year. The high school is very diverse, with students coming from a wide variety of cultural backgrounds. More than 20 different languages are spoken at the school.
Witness the Warm Glow of Dusk Embracing Glenwood Elementary's Welcoming Sign.
Middle school-aged students in Country Club attend the nearby Davidson Middle School.
San Rafael High School focuses on the higher education of its students.
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Low crime rates along the coast
Glenwood gets a CAP Index crime score 1 out of 10, well below the national average of 4. The neighborhood’s secluded locale means there’s not much through traffic or foot traffic from other areas.
The Glenwood neighborhood is full of beautiful single family homes.
Glenwood residents love to get their groceries from Andy's Local Market.
Trader Joe is a hotspot in Glenwood for your everyday need.
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Commuting via Route 101 and SMART rail
The neighborhood is about 3 miles from U.S. Route 101, a major north-south highway that connects with large Bay Area cities like San Francisco. There are no bus routes within the neighborhood, but residents are just a few miles from the nearest SMART rail station, a commuter train that runs from Larkspur to Santa Rosa. The nearest hospital, MarinHealth Medical Center, is about 7 miles away.
Sonoma–Marin Area Rail Transit (SMART) is a rail line that runs through downtown San Rafael.
The nearest hospital, MarinHealth Medical Center, is about 7 miles away from Glenwood.
Glenwood is about 3 miles from U.S. Route 101, a major north-south highway that connects with large Bay Area cities like San Francisco.
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Glenwood is at an elevated risk for wildfires
Because of its woodsy location, Glenwood is at an increased risk for wildfires, which have become more frequent in recent years. Evacuations and thick smoke that affects air quality are common occurrences in parts of the Bay Area that are forested and remote.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Glenwood
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Glenwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Glenwood, San Rafael sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 56 days. The median sale price for homes in Glenwood, San Rafael over the last 12 months is $1,511,500, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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