Marin County, California
Kentfield Real Estate
Established, wooded, and one of Marin's most desired addresses
34+
Years in Marin
94904
ZIP Code
1:1
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Kentfield is an unincorporated community at the base of Mount Tamalpais, known for large wooded lots, mature oaks and redwoods, and a school district that draws families from across the Bay Area. It is private in feel while sitting only minutes from central Marin services.
The community runs along Sir Francis Drake Boulevard between Greenbrae and Ross, with hillside estates above and traditional family neighborhoods on the flats near College of Marin.
Market data
Kentfield Real Estate Market Snapshot
How homes in Kentfield are pricing, selling, and appreciating right now.
Median Home Price
Among the highest in Marin County
Typical Price Range
Upper-tier family homes to multi-acre estates
Common Home Styles
Traditional two-story, shingled Craftsman, custom estate
Average Days on Market
Short for prepared homes at the right price
Appreciation Trend
Strong long-term growth, led by the upper end
Inventory Conditions
Very limited — often only a handful of active listings
Kentfield is one of the highest-priced markets in Marin County, with a median well above the county figure. Lot size, privacy, and level usable land are the primary value drivers, followed closely by proximity to the schools.
Housing includes traditional two-story family homes, substantial remodeled ranches, shingled Craftsman-era properties, and custom estates on multi-acre parcels. New construction is rare, so most transactions involve homes that have been renovated at least once.
Inventory is extremely limited. In a typical month only a small number of homes are actively listed, which keeps well-presented properties moving quickly and has supported long-term appreciation that consistently outpaces the county average at the upper end.
Daily life
Community & Lifestyle in Kentfield
Shopping, dining, parks, schools, and commuting — what living here actually feels like.
Shopping & Dining
Neighborhood shops along Sir Francis Drake, with downtown Larkspur, Ross Common, and Bon Air all within a few minutes.
Parks & Recreation
Mount Tamalpais trailheads, the Corte Madera Creek path, Marin Art and Garden Center, and College of Marin facilities.
Schools & Commuting
Bacich Elementary, Kent Middle, and Redwood High School, with Highway 101 and the Larkspur ferry close by.
Daily needs are handled at the Kentfield shopping area on Sir Francis Drake and at nearby Bon Air, with the restaurants and boutiques of downtown Larkspur and Ross Common a short drive away. The pace is deliberately quiet.
Outdoor life defines the community. Mount Tamalpais trailheads, the Corte Madera Creek path, and Marin Art and Garden Center are all close, and College of Marin brings a campus, theater, and athletic facilities into the neighborhood. Kentfield School District serves Bacich Elementary and Kent Middle School, with students continuing to Redwood High School.
Commuting is manageable: Highway 101 is a few minutes east, the Larkspur ferry terminal is nearby, and Sir Francis Drake Boulevard leads west toward Ross Valley and the coast.
For buyers
Why Buyers Choose Kentfield
Buyers choose Kentfield for space, privacy, and schools in combination. Level lots, mature trees, and quiet roads are increasingly rare in Marin, and Kentfield still has them within a short drive of the ferry.
At this price point, condition and land quality drive value far more than square footage alone. Understanding which lots are genuinely usable, which are in flood or fire zones, and how each affects insurance and financing is a core part of buying well here.
Highly rated schools
Bacich and Kent are a central reason families target this community specifically.
Large, private lots
Mature landscaping, level usable land, and separation from neighbors.
Mount Tam at the doorstep
Trailhead access for hiking and cycling within minutes of home.
Established character
Architecturally varied homes on wooded roads rather than uniform tract development.
Central location
Quick access to Highway 101, the Larkspur ferry, and Ross Valley.
For sellers
Why Sellers Benefit in Kentfield
Kentfield sellers benefit from durable demand at the top of the Marin market. Buyers relocating for schools or trading up from smaller central Marin homes have very few substitutes, and that keeps competition healthy even when the broader market cools.
Upper-tier sales are won on preparation and positioning. Pre-inspections, resolved deferred maintenance, professional staging, and photography that shows the land as clearly as the house all matter at this price point, as does an appraisal-aware pricing strategy.
Persistent scarcity
Few homes on the market at any time keeps qualified buyers in competition.
Relocation demand
Out-of-area families target this district before they choose a house.
Presentation drives premium
Staging, landscaping, and photography measurably move the final number here.
Appraisal-aware pricing
Upper-tier comparable analysis protects the deal from falling apart late.
Nearby
Explore More Marin Communities
Each town prices and negotiates differently. Compare before you commit.
Novato
Marin's most spacious residential setting, with ranch and traditional homes, mature street trees, and easy access to open-space trails.
San Rafael
The county seat, mixing hillside neighborhoods and downtown-adjacent streets with a genuine mix of architecture and price points.
Greenbrae
Refined, quiet streets with mature greenery, hillside homes, and a short walk or ride to Bon Air and the Corte Madera Creek path.
Corte Madera
Hillside neighborhoods with contemporary and midcentury homes, bay views, and everyday shopping minutes from the door.
Marin County
Rolling hills, protected open space, and a string of distinct small towns just north of the Golden Gate.
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