ROSS| SAN ANSELMO| SAN RAFAEL| SAUSALITO| TIBURON| WEST MARIN| MARIN COUNTY
| Population: | 7,319 |
| Number of Homes: | 3,306 |
| Number Sold in 2010: | 84 |
| Median Price in 2010: | $577,000 |
Fairfax, CA Real Estate
A Relaxed Community in a Perfect, Wooded Setting
Situated at the gateway to West Marin, Fairfax may be the most relaxed town in Marin.
Before the Golden Gate Bridge opened in 1939, local railroads carried San Francisco visitors from Sausalito to Fairfax for picnics, dancing at an open-air dance hall, walks along the northern reaches of Mt Tamalpais, and the warm, fog-free summer days. There are still large recreational facilities: horse stables and riding, the Canyon Swim and Tennis Club, and the Meadow Club. The evenings are balmy in Fairfax and the residents take to the streets for sunset strolls.
Fairfax still has the air of a place you can go to relax. Fairfax real estate provides serenity, privacy, space, and sun. The hills and canyons of Fairfax are reminiscent of Mill Valley, but without the foggy summer days. Fairfax homes are diverse, from 100 year-old cottages to beautiful contemporary homes.
The downtown area, close to Sir Frances Drake Blvd., is the shopping district, with informal restaurants, bars, an organic ice cream shop, and an organic supermarket. Fairfax is an unusual mixture of counter-culture and prosperity.
Just west of Fairfax, you go over White’s hill to the San Geronimo Valley, Nicasio, Stinson Beach, Point Reyes, Marshall, and beautiful seaside villages. Learn more about the hidden treasures and homes of West Marin.
Fairfax is in the excellent Ross Valley School District.
Fairfax Community Information
- Fairfax City Information
- Fairfax Festival Voted Best Music Festival in Marin
- Fairfax Chamber of Commerce
- Fairfax Historical Society
- Canyon Swim and Tennis Club 415-457-7766
- Fairfax history
- Fairfax News: Ross Valley Reporter
- Bus and Ferry Schedules
Favorite Places in Fairfax
Cataract Falls Hiking Trail Enjoy a fines walks with increcible waterfalls – great after a good rain. Take a picnic or return to downtown Fairfax for lunch after your hike!
Deer Park Villa Voted Best Place for a party. Idyllic, four-acre garden paradise set among the Redwoods; ideal for weddings. (415) 456-8084
Fairfax Lumber and Hardware This unique neighborhood store is 100% employee owned and takes pride in becoming Marin’s foremost expert in natural cleaning products. (415) 453-4410
Good Earth Organic and Natural Foods Catch the flavor of Fairfax at one of the best health food stores you will find. Great take-out food, unusual baked goods, and excellent produce. (415) 454-0123
Fairfax Restaurants
Fairfax Scoop Enjoy ice cream with all the locals. The honey vanilla lavender ice cream is recommended. (415) 453-3130
Fradelizio’s Located in Downtown Fairfax where all the nightlife happens. Serving Northern Italian “healthy” cuisine. Live music every Tues. night. (415) 459-1618
Szechuan Chef Voted “Marin’s Top 10.” Marinites come from all over to experience this modest but delicious food. (415) 456-1893
The Sleeping Lady Named after our own Mt. Tamalpais, this restaurant has music every night of the week and has been known to host some of the best talent in the area. (415) 485-1182
