Greenbrae, CA
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Greenbrae is a relative newcomer to central Marin County. This 75 acres of land north of Sir Frances Drake Boulevard was annexed, in part, to Larkspur in 1949. The rest of Greenbrae is in Kentfield, a part of Marin County not incorportaed into a city. Large homes were developed in the 40's to grace wooded streets that wind through gentle hills. A minority of the Greenbrae homes are on the level streets close to Sir Frances Drake. Most of the homes climb the hill to the north, enjoying panoramic views of the North Bay, East Bay, and Mt. Tamalpais. There is a renaissance in the Greenbrae hills as owners remodel and modernize these solidly built homes.
Situated just minutes from Highway 101, the Larkspur Ferry Terminal, and the Richmond-San Rafael bridge, Greenbrae (along with the Twin Cities of Larkspur and Corte Madera) is ideal location for commuters.
Along Sir Francis Drake Blvd. is the Bon Air Shopping Center offering cafes, an excellent grocery store, specialty boutiques, services, and businesses. Further to the east along Sir Frances Drake is the Larkspur Landing Shopping Center, with popular, bustling restaurants and a variety of shops.
The Larkspur portion of Greenbrae sends its children to Larkspur-Corte Madera schools. The Kentfield portion uses the Kentfield elementary schools; both districts have excellent reputations.
With great weather and excellent schools, Greenbrae may be the perfect location for your next home.
Greenbrae Community Information
My Favorite Places in Greenbrae
- Bon Air Center is the central meeting place for this area and provides a diverse group of shops, eateries, and hangouts. The following are our favorites.
- Victoria Pastry, an old-fashioned North Beach Italian bakery with great pastries. For parties, try their Princess cake!
- Cafe Z serves wonderful salads, crepes, and all sorts of fresh foods. They serve excellent dinners.
- Peets Coffee, wonderful coffee and a morning gathering place. 461-2695
- Mollie Stones, one of the best grocery markets in a County of great markets....
- Noah's Bagels serves a wide variety of foods, mostly based on a choice of bagels. Hearty and honest take-out food.
- Jamba Juice offers a wide array of juices and drinks, our favorite being the orange.
- Arch Rival carries a great selection of athletic shoes and has a very knowledgeable staff.
- Lindissima, a boutique for women's clothes, ranges from conservative to moderately trendy. Good quality, mid-priced clothing. 461-9100