Sycamore Park, Mill Valley, CA
At a glance
Sycamore Park is ranked #6 of 17 neighborhoods in Mill Valley with an overall score of 4.5/5. Its standout factors are schools (4.7/5, 16th of 17 in Mill Valley) and safety (4.4/5), at a median home price of $2.39M. No factor scores below 4.0/5, its weakest being public spaces, with prices running about 34% above the Mill Valley median.
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Sycamore Park is one of Mill Valley’s most convenient and community-oriented neighborhoods, located just a short walk from downtown shops, restaurants, and Whole Foods. The streets are flat and quiet, lined with sidewalks, mature trees, and well-maintained homes — many of which have been tastefully remodeled or newly built in recent decades. Despite its modest size, Sycamore Park packs in a lot of livability. Residents can stroll to Boyle Park for tennis or a picnic, or hop on a bike and be on the Mill Valley-Sausalito Path within minutes. Its central location also means quick access to schools, the community center, and Miller Avenue’s growing list of eateries and businesses. The homes here reflect a strong pride of ownership, and the overall curb appeal is high. While it doesn’t offer the tucked-away tranquility of Mill Valley’s hillier neighborhoods, Sycamore Park trades that for walkability and accessibility that’s hard to beat.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants4.2
Public Spaces4
Curb Appeal4
Overall Amenities score: 4
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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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Sycamore Park FAQs10 answers
Is Sycamore Park a good place to live?
Sycamore Park ranks 6th of 17 neighborhoods in Mill Valley with an overall Houseberry score of 4.5 out of 5. Its strongest factors are schools (4.7/5) and safety (4.4/5). The trade-off is a median home price of $2.39M against the Mill Valley median of $1.78M.
Is Sycamore Park safe?
Sycamore Park, Mill Valley scores 4.4 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 7th of 17 neighborhoods in Mill Valley.
What do homes in Sycamore Park cost?
The median home price in Sycamore Park, Mill Valley is $2.39M, compared with $1.78M for Mill Valley as a whole.
Are home prices in Sycamore Park rising or falling?
The median home price in Sycamore Park, Mill Valley is roughly flat over the past 12 months, at $2.39M against $2.39M a year earlier. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Sycamore Park?
Schools serving Sycamore Park, 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 Sycamore Park?
Sycamore Park, Mill Valley receives 78% of its possible sunshine, 6th of 17 in Mill Valley. Summer days run 54° to 71°F and winter days 44° to 58°F, September is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 35 inches a year.
Is Sycamore Park walkable to shops and restaurants?
Sycamore Park, Mill Valley scores 4.2 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 4.0 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 4.0 out of 5, 2nd of 17 in Mill Valley.
What is Sycamore Park known for?
Sycamore Park, Mill Valley is associated with Flat Walkable Streets and Downtown Access. Its highest-scoring factors are schools (4.7/5) and safety (4.4/5).
How does Sycamore Park compare to other Mill Valley neighborhoods?
Sycamore Park ranks 6th of 17 neighborhoods in Mill Valley. It ranks 16th of 17 in Mill Valley for schools (4.7/5) and scores lowest on public spaces (4.0/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Mill Valley are Muir Woods Park and Downtown Mill Valley.
What are the downsides of living in Sycamore Park?
Sycamore Park, Mill Valley scores lowest on public spaces (4.0/5). Its median home price of $2.39M runs about 34% above the Mill Valley median of $1.78M.
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