Strawberry, Mill Valley, CA
At a glance
Strawberry is ranked #17 of 17 neighborhoods in Mill Valley with an overall score of 3.8/5. Its standout factors are schools (4.7/5, 14th of 17 in Mill Valley) and public spaces (4.0/5), at a median home price of $1.77M. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (2.4/5) and safety (3.1/5).
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Strawberry feels like a small coastal town tucked just off the freeway. Surrounded on three sides by water and edged by green hills, this quiet neighborhood balances convenience and calm with rare views across Richardson Bay. It’s geographically distinct from downtown Mill Valley and feels more like its own peninsula enclave than a typical part of town. The housing mix includes hillside homes with sweeping vistas, low-slung mid-century ranches, and apartments around Seminary Drive. It’s a popular spot for those who want easy access to Highway 101 and San Francisco without giving up open space. The local shopping center has everything you need day-to-day, and nearby trails connect directly to Ring Mountain and Tiburon ridgelines. You won’t find the bustling downtown scene here, but Strawberry scores points for its easy access to water recreation, protected lagoons, and off-street walking routes. It’s a neighborhood that’s calm, coastal, and often overlooked - in the best way.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants2.4
Public Spaces4
Curb Appeal3.5
Overall Amenities score: 3.5
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edna Maguire Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Old Mill Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Park Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Strawberry Point Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Tamalpais Valley Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Mill Valley Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Tamalpais High | High | 9-12 |
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Houseberry School Score Data
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Strawberry FAQs10 answers
Is Strawberry a good place to live?
Strawberry ranks 17th of 17 neighborhoods in Mill Valley with an overall Houseberry score of 3.8 out of 5. Its strongest factors are schools (4.7/5) and public spaces (4.0/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (2.4/5) and safety (3.1/5).
Is Strawberry safe?
Strawberry, Mill Valley scores 3.1 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 17th of 17 neighborhoods in Mill Valley.
What do homes in Strawberry cost?
The median home price in Strawberry, Mill Valley is $1.77M, compared with $1.78M for Mill Valley as a whole.
Are home prices in Strawberry rising or falling?
The median home price in Strawberry, Mill Valley is roughly flat over the past 12 months, at $1.77M against $1.77M a year earlier. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Strawberry?
Schools serving Strawberry, Mill Valley include Edna Maguire Elementary (4.3/5), Old Mill Elementary (5.0/5), Park Elementary (4.8/5), Strawberry Point Elementary (4.7/5) and Tamalpais Valley Elementary (4.8/5). 2 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.
What is the weather like in Strawberry?
Strawberry, Mill Valley receives 77% of its possible sunshine, the least sunny of Mill Valley's 17 neighborhoods. Summer days run 54° to 71°F and winter days 44° to 59°F, September is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 33 inches a year.
Is Strawberry walkable to shops and restaurants?
Strawberry, Mill Valley scores 2.4 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 4.0 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.5 out of 5, 12th of 17 in Mill Valley.
What is Strawberry known for?
Strawberry, Mill Valley is associated with Bayfront Trails, Hidden Peninsula and Calm Convenience. Its highest-scoring factors are schools (4.7/5) and public spaces (4.0/5).
How does Strawberry compare to other Mill Valley neighborhoods?
Strawberry ranks 17th of 17 neighborhoods in Mill Valley. It ranks 14th of 17 in Mill Valley for schools (4.7/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (2.4/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Mill Valley are Tam Junction and Tennessee Valley.
What are the downsides of living in Strawberry?
Strawberry, Mill Valley scores lowest on nearby merchants (2.4/5) and safety (3.1/5).
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