About Novato's Hamilton Field

An aging public pool at Hamilton Field, Novato is almost ready for a grand debut after a $5 million renovation. The pool is located across from Hamilton Field's "The Landing at Hamilton" new home development (which is set to break ground in coming months) and the existing neighborhood of South Gate.

The renovation was approved unanimously by the Novato City Council in November 2007 and final plans were approved in March 2008. The leaky old pool was not compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act and access to its bathhouse was restricted by the Marin County health department.

The revamped facility at 206 El Bonito Road includes a main pool of 185,000 gallons and a shallow pool of 12,000 gallons. There is new decking, piping, lighting and landscaping plus bathhouses.

Solar power and water leaks that have been fixed will lead to considerable savings compared with costs of the old pool, but the city will have to pay the water bill that was previously paid by the U.S. Coast Guard.

Traditionally, Hamilton Pool has been open Memorial Day through the end of September. If a private operator is signed to a contract, it could be open year-round, Shinault said.

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The above information was derived from an article in the Marin Independent Journal, 10/30/09. If you have any questions relating to Novato real estate, call Kyle Frazier at (415) 350-9440.

Kyle Frazier, CRS (Christies's Great Estates | Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate | Pacific Union International)

Hamilton Field, Novato CA Real Estate and Homes

Hamilton Field in Novato (Marin County), California, is a model community filled with a vitality and energy all its own. Since its inception as a planned community about ten years ago, Hamilton Field has seen vast improvements and is now a magnet community for folks of all different ages and backgrounds.

Hamilton Field is a jewel. The former military base, which was used by the Army and Air Force from the 1930’s to the 1970’s, is now a delightful community of over 1,000 homes. It is, to my mind, one of the very best communities in Marin as it has everything you need within easy walking distance (including shopping, dining, and all kinds of outdoor activities from swimming to skateboarding and biking to birdwatching).

The 408-acre Hamilton Field site in southern Novato sits east of HWY 101 at the Hamilton exit in desirable Southern Novato. The property is punctuated by old military buildings, most of which have been renovated and are used for community purposes, such as a theater, museum, and more.

The most impressive remnants of the military base are undoubtedly the old airplane hangers. The original hangers have been renovated and are now called Hamilton Landing. They are home to dozens of businesses, including Birkenstock, Disney’s ImageMovers, and many others.

Hamilton also features over 70 acres of parks and open space and 50 acres of community facilities, including: a library, art center, theater, soccer fields, baseball field, many open fields for picnics and romping, trails, open space, an ampitheater, pool, YMCA, and a skate park.

Hamilton Field’s housing units are situated in several neighborhoods: Bayside, Hamilton Meadows, Hamilton Park, Southgate, Traditions, Inspirations, Sunny Cove and Newport. Each neighborhood has a different feel. Hamilton Field is considered desirable by many because all the homes are relatively new, with the earliest being built in 1999 and the most recent being finished in the past couple of years. Newer homes simply have fewer problems. My many clients in Hamilton Field simply love where they live. Driving through Hamilton Field always brings a smile to my face because of all the people out and about enjoying the sunshine.

If you have any questions about Hamilton Field or if you would like a tour of the different neighborhoods, please let me know. Click Here for more information about Novato and Hamilton Field. My name is Kyle Frazier. I am a broker and Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) with Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate. And it is always my pleasure to be of service. I can be reached at (415) 350-9440.

This is a special home with immutable qualities not found in other South Gate at Hamilton Field offerings. Most signifricantly, this gorgeous home is on the levee and has no immediate neighbor to the south - very rare.

Unique opportunity to live in Hamilton Field's coveted South Gate neighborhood in the most sought after location - on the levee. Few South Gate homes on the levee have come to market in the past 3 years. The last one that did sold within a couple of weeks. This is your chance!

Great Room configuration. Kitchen with granite tile counters, dual-zone wine refrigerator, upgraded appliances, breakfast bar, and work station. Four spacious bedrooms (all upstairs) and 2.5 Baths. Dining Room, Living Room, Laundry Room, and more. Luxurious Master Suite with views across the Bayside open space and watershed. This home is absolutely move-in ready

Facts, Features, and Amenities:

• Mediterranean home on the levee
• No rear or immediate southerly nieghbors
• 4 Bedroom, 2.5 Bath, 2 car garage
• Master Bedroom with his-and-hers walk in closet and large master bath with views
• Living Room with vaulted ceiling opens to Great Room
• Formal Dining Room
• Chef's kitchen with island, pantry and black Corian countertops
• Dual-Zone wine refrigerator (36 bottle capacity)
• Utility Room
• Fabulous views toward The Bay
• Gorgeous garden with front and back tile patios
• Wood burning / gas fireplace
• Media unit in Family Room with surround sound wiring
• Internet, cable, and phone throughout house
• Distressed oak flooring downstairs
• Amazing landscaping includes hand crafted rock wall and large grassy area
• Window coverings included
• Pre-wired for alarm and Cat-5 wiring installed
• Pre-cast mantle with raised hearth and media niche with library shelves
• Art niches upstairs and down
• Fire suppression sprinklers throughout home
• Automated landscape and lawn irrigation system
• Backs to open space with direct access to the Bay Trail
• Walking distance to all Hamilton amenities: Southgate Park, Pool, YMCA, Public Library, Art Museum, Café, Hangars, Little League, Soccer Fields, Racquetball Courts, Tennis Courts, Basketball Courts and Gymnasium
• Nearby shopping and dining include the newly opened Hamilton Plaza including Safeway, Pete's Coffee, Sonoma Latina Grill and Toast
• Enjoy a 30-minute morning commute to SF with HWY 101 widening project approaching completion (southbond and northbound carpool lanes have both opened within the past two months)

• Property Address: 89 Moore Road, Novato, CA 94949
• Listing Price: $765,000

If you would like to learn more about this lovely South Gate home on the levee or set up an appointment to see it, please call Kyle Frazier, the listing agent, at (415) 350-9440.

Kyle Frazier, CRS
Morgan Lane Marin Real Estate

If you follow my writings, you know I am a big fan of Novato's Hamilton Field. With newer homes (which are relatively low maintenance), friendly atmosphere, lots of amenities, easy proximity to shopping, dining, and public transportation (even to San Francisco), it is truly an idyllic fit for many. And with the reduced commute times now that the HWY 101 widening project is largely complete, the Souther Novato location is in high demand.

Because of the easier commute and increased affordability, interest is very high. Hamilton Landing, the award winning business park created and effectuated by Barker Pacific is fully leased -- that fact translates to lots of jobs right there in Hamilton. In addition, Hamilton Plaza was recently completed and contains a monster, deluxe Safeway (with gas station), Peet's Coffee, Starbucks, Wells Fargo, several restaurants, and more.

As of this writing, there are numerous homes for sale in Hamilton Field and an almost equal number in escrow. There are 8 homes in escrow and another 11 currently active. That is a pending ratio of 42%--hot.

Several homes are located in the adjacent Sunny Cove and Newport neighborhoods. These homes have a wide range in price and top out at $769,000. Bayside features some smaller models and several distressed properties. Traditions is the neighborhood just across from the hangars at Hamilton Landing. We have several home there in the $750K price range.

Finally, there is South Gate, which has seen very few sales in the past year and just one distressed sale, as far as I know. Because of its location at the back corner of Hamilton Field, mature landscaping, and genuinely homey feel, these homes tend to sell for a premium -- particularly those which back up to the levee (which are super private and provide access to the Bay Trail). As of this writing, there is just one levee backing home on the market -- click here for a link to more information on that home.

Feel free to call me with any questions you may have regarding Hamilton--it is always my pleasure to be of service.

Kyle Frazier, CRS | (415) 350-9440 | Morgan Lane Real Estate