Novato

Novato is the most northern town of Marin County and is the largest with 28 square miles of area, including an enormous amount of open space. And along with the open space is a dwindling amount of buildable space, being one of the only areas where a substantial amount of new construction occurs (by Marin County standards). Old Town has shops and buildings constructed in the early 1900s and a pleasant strolling main street. Vintage Oaks shopping center provides a huge shopping area of general and specialty stores for all Marinites, including Target and Costco.

Novato is well situated for exploring the north bay: north on Highway 101 leads to the Sonoma wine region, while the Napa Valley lies to the east. Heading west from town you can easily find your way out to the Point Reyes National Seashore and the Pacific Ocean.

Being the farthest north from San Francisco, Novato offers the most home for the dollar. If the distance doesn’t bother or affect you, homes and lots are generally larger and newer than in other towns. Different subdivisions offer a variety of price ranges. Homes feature bay views, views of Mt. Burdell or open space.