Best Neighborhoods in San Anselmo, CA
Sleepy Hollow ranks first of 2 ranked San Anselmo neighborhoods on overall score, at 4.2 out of 5. San Anselmo is next at 3.9 out of 5. 1 San Anselmo neighborhood score 4 out of 5 or higher overall.
Houseberry scores 2 San Anselmo neighborhoods on schools, safety, amenities, price, value and appreciation. Overall scores in San Anselmo run from 3.9 to 4.2 out of 5, and 1 scores 4 out of 5 or higher. Median home prices range from $1,512,510 in Sleepy Hollow to $2,256,590 in San Anselmo across 2 priced neighborhoods. Across the five nearest cities the average overall score is 3.9 out of 5, against 4.0 in San Anselmo.
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Sleepy Hollow, San Anselmo, CA
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Keywords: Wooded Retreat, Trail Access, Tucked-Away Quiet
Sleepy Hollow lives up to its name with peaceful, secluded streets that wind through wooded hills and wide-open lots. This tucked-away neighborhood in the hills of San Anselmo offers a semi-rural lifestyle while still being close to downtown amenities. Homes are typically ranch-style or custom estates, many with large yards and views of the surrounding ridgelines. ... See Full Page
San Anselmo, San Anselmo, CA
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Keywords: Charming downtown, Scenic trails, Community-oriented
San Anselmo offers a blend of small-town charm and outdoor access, with a lively downtown featuring unique shops, cozy cafes, and locally loved restaurants. The town’s walkability and friendly atmosphere make it a welcoming place for residents and visitors alike. ... See Full Page
Scores updated August 2026
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San Anselmo neighborhoods: your questions, answered
What are the best neighborhoods in San Anselmo?
Sleepy Hollow has the highest overall score in San Anselmo, at 4.2 out of 5. The next highest overall score in San Anselmo is San Anselmo (3.9 out of 5).
What are the best places to live in San Anselmo?
Houseberry's highest-scored San Anselmo neighborhoods are Sleepy Hollow (4.2 out of 5) and San Anselmo (3.9 out of 5), out of 2 ranked on safety, schools, amenities and value.
Which areas of San Anselmo score highest for safety, schools and amenities together?
2 San Anselmo neighborhoods score 3.5 out of 5 or higher for schools, safety and amenities: Sleepy Hollow and San Anselmo. Sleepy Hollow has the highest combined total in San Anselmo, at 3.7 out of 5 for schools, 5.0 out of 5 for safety and 3.6 out of 5 for amenities.
What do homes cost in San Anselmo's highest-ranked neighborhoods?
Across the top 2 San Anselmo neighborhoods by overall score, the median home price is $1,884,550. Prices among those top 2 San Anselmo neighborhoods run from $1,512,510 in Sleepy Hollow to $2,256,590 in San Anselmo.
How many neighborhoods does Houseberry rank in San Anselmo?
Houseberry ranks 2 neighborhoods in San Anselmo. 1 San Anselmo neighborhood score 4 out of 5 or higher overall.
How do San Anselmo neighborhoods compare with nearby cities overall?
San Anselmo neighborhoods average 4.0 out of 5 overall. The nearest cities average Ross 4.6, San Rafael 3.3, Larkspur 3.8, Corte Madera 4.3 and Novato 3.3.
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Ross · San Rafael · Larkspur · Corte Madera · Novato