Marin has lots of great places for breakfast. Probably one of the most well known is the Dipsea Cafe in Mill Valley. The Dipsea was named after the seven mile Dipsea trail which starts in downtown Mill Valley. The trail is famous for the annual Dipsea Race, the second oldest foot race in they country.
Interestingly enough, the Dipsea Cafe is not located on the Dipsea trail. It is located on shoreline just off the 101 freeway in Mill Valley. Parking can be tight at this busy Mill Valley restaurant.
The Dipsea is very casual. The interior is bright and cheery with a blue and yellow interior. The menu is diverse and has daily specials. Whether you like pancakes or huevos rancheros, everything I have tasted is excellent with generous portions. The biscuits are supposed to be amazing, although I have not tried them. My favorite lunch item is the gyro with greek salad. YUM. The Dipsea is a family friendly restaurant with a special menu for kids.
The Dipsea Cafe is located at 200 Shoreline Highway in Mill Valley, California. Phone (415) 381-0298. Reservations are not accepted.
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When evaluating real estate (or any investment for that matter), people often make the mistake of looking at it in a short term perspective. For most people who own Marin real estate, it often a long term investment. The chart below details the average Marin County home sales price in 2007, 1997, and 1987.
All I can say, is that I really wish I had purchased ten Marin County homes in 1987 or even just ten years ago in 1997.
City | Average Marin Home Sales Price 2007 | Average Marin Home Sales Price 1997 | Average Marin Home Sales Price 1987 |
| All Marin County | $1,223,678 | $443,135 | $240,875 |
| Belvedere | $3,880,903 | $1,248,804 | $665,053 |
| Corte Madera | $1,214,431 | $382,677 | $219,925 |
| Fairfax | $841,837 | $325,912 | $160,930 |
| Greenbrae | $1,052,236 | $398,074 | $230,308 |
| Kentfield | $2,427,872 | $855,384 | $408,581 |
| Larkspur | $1,301,432 | $500,874 | $241,193 |
| Mill Valley | $1,400,526 | $524,941 | $283,479 |
| Novato | $757,815 | $303,576 | $188,771 |
| Ross | $3282,336 | $1,003,212 | $452,700 |
| San Anselmo | $1,056,271 | $416,676 | $232,160 |
| San Rafael | $905,599 | $368,903 | $225,358 |
| Sausalito | $1,309,383 | $453,109 | $230,151 |
| Tiburon | $2,207,819 | $801,875 | $451,038 |
Marin County real estate is a great investment at any time- just think long term!
Statistics from BAREIS Marin County MLS®.
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Here are some new sales charts comparing Marin County real estate in 2007 through 2004. The number of Marin County homes sold in 2007 has continued to decline each year since 2004. Despite the number of Marin homes sold going down, both the median and the average sales price of Marin County homes has increased since 2004.
Statistics from BAREIS MLS® January 10, 2008.
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The city of Novato was named the the "Best Affordable Suburb in California" by Sperling's BestPlaces. Novato is definitely the most affordable spot in Marin. In addition, Sperling ranks it high because of factors like low crime and good schools. If you are thinking about moving to Novato, this 3.5 minute video is worth a look.
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This just in... the Marin IJ reported late this afternoon that Trader Joes is planning to add a third Marin location. According to the IJ, Trader Joes is set to take over a 10,000 square foot spot at Cost Plus Plaza, just off the 101 freeway at Lucky Drive in Larkspur (in the old Tower Records spot). Beverages & More just opened up in the center as well. Southern Marin Trader Joes' fans like myself will be happy to avoid the San Rafael congestion at this new central spot!
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