$1,301,561Average Value$606Average Price per Sq Ft32Homes For Sale
Midcentury modern homes near modern convenience
Stretching from valley foothills to one of the area’s largest shopping malls alongside Highway 101, Terra Linda grew from a small dairy farm in the early 1900s to a suburb known for its midcentury modern homes about 21 miles north of San Francisco. Terra Linda, or “beautiful land” in Portuguese, is named in honor of the Portuguese immigrant family who owned the land for a few generations before the post-World War II housing boom led to new residential and commercial development.
Homes inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright
Most of the community’s ranch-style homes rose between 1950 and 1970, as builders and architects were inspired to incorporate then-trendy design elements such as open beam ceilings, high windows, concrete slab foundations and cork floors. Situated within San Rafael, Terra Linda is across from the landmark Marin County Civic Center designed by American architect and designer Frank Lloyd Wright, whose work influenced Joseph Eichler, a prolific California real estate developer who built hundreds of Terra Linda’s homes. For homes with three or four bedrooms, expect to pay between $1.4 million and $1.8 million.
This home sits atop a hillside overlooking Terra Linda
One can easily walk the neighborhood of Terra Linda.
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Santa Margarita Park and Terra Linda Preserve
Residents enjoy their community and its picturesque landscape by hiking or bike riding through the hills of the Terra Linda/Sleepy Hollow Preserve, a more than 1,000-acre natural area filled with coyote brush, valley oak and California bay trees. The smaller Santa Margarita Park features a tennis court, playground and a picnic area large enough for two dozen people.
Marin County Fair
While Architectural Digest readers marvel at Marin County Civic Center's distinct blue roof and pink grounds, the annual fireworks show and carnival rides at the Marin County Fair next to it illuminate the night and bring joy to thousands of people in the community. Across the duck pond behind the government complex, the county fairgrounds include the 2,000-sweat Marin Veterans' Memorial Auditorium, the smaller Showcase Theater that fits 348 people, and a children's playground.
Kaiser Permanente and Northgate Mall
Next to Vallecito sits a big local employer, the Kaiser Permanente San Rafael Medical Center. Terra Linda residents shop and see movies at the Northgate Mall, an enclosed shopping center anchored by a Macy’s, a Kohl’s and a Century Theatres multiplex. Groceries are available at the Safeway supermarket in a shopping center adjacent to the mall. Still, Scotty’s Market, in a smaller neighborhood retail center, is also a popular destination for necessities and deli sandwiches. While neighbors often run into each other at the market, The Monk’s Kettle, just a few steps away, is where they most often gather and unwind. The second location of a San Francisco establishment, it's a family-friendly neighborhood tavern that’s big on craft beer and grown-up comfort food with a menu that includes a fried chicken sandwich with celery apple slaw, shakshuka with an option to add grilled Halloumi cheese, and a roasted mackerel sandwich on a torpedo bun.
Northgate Shopping Mall caters to the Terra Linda community.
San Rafael Medical Center in Terra Linda.
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Technical courses at Terra Linda High School
There are three elementary school options in the Miller Creek School District, including Vallecito, which has an A rating on Niche. The school's official concept is that playing helps children build independent thinking and a can-do attitude. Students can go on to Miller Creek Middle School, which sits just northeast of the neighborhood and has an A Niche rating. Terra Linda High School, which gets an A-minus on Niche, is less than a mile from Vallecito Elementary. In addition to traditional academics, the high school offers career-oriented technical courses in engineering, graphic design, filmmaking and auto repair.
Bus stops and I-580
The Marin County Transit District operates local buses. From Terra Linda, drivers can take U.S. Route 101 -- either 35 miles north to Santa Rosa or 21 miles south to San Francisco. Another option, before reaching the Golden City, is to veer east on Interstate 580 and cross the San Francisco Bay toward Oakland and Fremont.
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Parks in this Area
Sorich Ranch Park
Freitas Park
Los Ranchitos Park
Terra Linda-Sleepy Hollow Divide Northern Preserve
Transit
Airport
San Francisco International
56 min drive
Bus
Las Gallinas Av & Las Colindas Rd
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Las Gallinas Av & Holly Dr
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Terra Linda Bus Pad
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Manuel T Freitas Pkwy & Las Gallinas Av
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Las Gallinas Ave & Northgate Mall
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Manuel T Freitas Pkwy & Montecillo Rd
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Manuel T Freitas Pkwy & Del Ganado Rd
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.815 Reviews
4.0Niche User
1/27/2016Niche Review
The people in this area are very kind and friendly. Everywhere you turn, there is a smiling face and someone to greet you. Although the land area is spread out, everyone seems to know one another which makes it seem like a small town community. People are generally helpful. There is a good mix of young families and elderly couples which adds to the value of the community.
4.0Niche User
3/19/2015Niche Review
There's not a lot of crime here.
3.0Niche User
3/19/2015Niche Review
The drought is affecting us.
3.0Niche User
1/12/2016Niche Review
It is expensive housing and so I am living in a house-share but I don't mind sharing a space so it is manageable for me.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Terra Linda
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Terra Linda, San Rafael sell after 73 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Terra Linda, San Rafael over the last 12 months is $1,047,906, up 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Welcome home to this beautifully upgraded single-level gem nestled in the heart of San Rafael's desirable Terra Linda neighborhood. This four bedroom, two bathroom home offers an expansive floor plan with seamless indoor-outdoor flow perfect for entertaining. Enjoy peace of mind with recent upgrades including a new electrical main and sub panels, a renovated hallway bathroom, and dual pane
Come experience this rare,two-story Eichler in a serene San Rafael cul-de-sacwhere mid-century design meets a deep, daily connection to nature. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame breathtaking views of rolling hills and ever-changing sky, while sliding-glass doors create a seamless flow between indoors and out. The airy layout features original redwood ceilings upstairs, signature Eichler lines, and
Nestled on an expansive 0.55+ acre lot, this stunning Kenney Atherton' Mid-Century Rancher offers a unique blend of privacy, comfort, & a deep connection to nature. The beautifully cultivated grounds are filled with drought-tolerant, bird & butterfly-friendly plants & trees, creating a peaceful & vibrant sanctuary. Inside, the updated Kitchen showcases refined finishes, including a copper sink,
Extensively remodeled and exceptionally rare, this sprawling modern compound in Terra Linda's Eichler neighborhood offers over 5,300 sq ft of indoor-outdoor living and extraordinary flexibility across 7+ bedrooms and 6 bathrooms. Anchored by a resort-style chef's kitchen with Sub-Zero, BlueStar, and LaCantina pass-throughs, the home also features a heated indoor pool, private movie theater,
Amazing property! Private resort-like setting for this updated one-level Eichler. Every opportunity to celebrate the landscaped environment can be enjoyed from the expansive windows that bring the view right inside while large sliding doors creating the perfect indoor-outdoor flow. The main entertaining areas include the open concept living room, dining area and kitchen surrounded by windows and
Spacious, Stylish, and Serene: A 3-Bedroom Gem in Quail Hill. Discover modern and effortless living in this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath condo, offering approx. 2,239 sqft (+ approx 414 sqft in storage) in the desirable gated community. San Rafael. Enjoy hilltop views from your private decks, centrally located in Marin. An open-concept floor plan is bathed in natural light, featuring
FULLY FURNISHED CONDO, 2Bdrm/2Ba Recently upgraded bathrooms and several other features. 30 minutes from San Francisco via the Golden Gate Bridge and 30 minutes to wine country Sonoma main Plaza, 50 minutes to Muir Woodsand Stinson Beach. Ideal location for a corporate or long vacation stay, FULLY FURNISHED.It's a beautiful 2bedroom, 2bath unit located in the Meadows ofTerralinda, a
Welcome to Terra Linda Manor, where affordable living meets convenience in the heart of our San Rafael apartments. Our garden-style apartment community offers a range of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom homes designed for everyone, from young professionals to multigenerational families. Located in the charming Terra Linda neighborhood, our apartments provide easy access to retail,
NOT FURNISHED Bright Top-Floor End Unit with Stunning Views and Expansive Deck in The Meadows of Terra Linda. Discover seamless indoor-outdoor living in this light-filled top-floor end unit, featuring an open and
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
9,302
Median Age
51
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
30.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$108,053
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$133,907
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.2%
College Graduates
57.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
24.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
62.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
81°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
42/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
47/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
28/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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