Southeast Novato, Novato, CA
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Key Words:
Waterfront Living, Restored Military Base, Coastal Trails
Southeast Novato includes both the Hamilton neighborhood and the waterfront community of Bel Marin Keys, giving it a distinctive coastal-suburban character. This area stands out for its unique geography—marshlands, levees, and open sky dominate the landscape, lending a remote and almost resort-like atmosphere. Hamilton is known for its well-planned layout, former military housing conversions, and walkable zones around the Hamilton Field History Museum and public art installations. Bel Marin Keys offers canal-front homes with private docks, catering to a boating lifestyle that's rare in the Bay Area. The Hamilton Wetlands Restoration Project has added valuable green space and habitat, and trails here offer broad views of the Bay. While the area feels quiet and insulated, it’s also one of the first Novato neighborhoods you hit coming from Marin or SF, offering a practical location for southbound commuters.
Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamilton Meadow Park | Primary | K-8 | |
| Olive Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Sinaloa Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Novato High | High | 9-12 | |
| San Marin High | High | 9-12 |
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants0.8
Public Spaces4
Curb Appeal3.5
Overall Amenities score: 3.2
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