Corte Madera

Welcome to Corte Madera 

A gateway to biking and hiking.

Just over the hill from Mill Valley and Tiburon, nestled in the foothills of Mt. Tam is the quaint town of Corte Madera.  Originally known for producing redwood tree lumber which was used primarily in the construction of San Francisco.  Today, it’s a mecca for young active families, who have direct access to mountain recreation, balanced with great school options and a sense of community.  

Professionals, retired, and a plethora of families enjoy the fantastic atmosphere of the area throughout the year, with easy access to the other surrounding communities of Mill Valley and Larkspur, there is always something to do.

A mix of topography runs from flat lands with proximity to conveniences and the FWY, to hillside lots on windy streets with views to boot.  A variety of luxury, contemporary, modern and modest homes can all be found in town. Corte Madera really does have a little bit of everything when it comes to real estate.

WHAT TO LOVE

• A community of outdoor enthusiasts and
• Very family centric
• Beautiful natural surroundings and access to Mt. Tam
• Proximity to other town and lots of conveniences
  
  

LOCAL LIFESTYLE

Corte Madera is a small town in southern Marin and was originally knows for the dense redwood trees and logging. Today it’s a town full of  families, retired folk and simply good people who love the outdoors and all the recreation that living at the foothills offer. The commute is easy to get to the 101 FWY, much easier than being off Sir Francis Drake. During the weekends, there al always families at their kids soccer games, kids enjoying the skate park or just hanging at the open air malls for shopping or for a quick bite. The best draw is for sure living on the foothills, as many of my friends are avid mountain bikers and hikers. A great way to balance your day after work is to get up into the mountain.

DINING, ENTERTAINMENT & SHOPPING

Shopping are especially close in the town of Corte Madera, offering abundant shopping Corte Madera Town Center, which also hosts a Wednesday afternoon framers market that is often packed with locals and fresh food. Find name brand storefronts such as REI, Athleta, Barnes & Noble, to smaller boutique clothing stores to everyday needs found at Rite Aid.

If you need a want more shopping options then simply travel to the other side of the freeway to the Village at Corte Madera. Another open-air shopping experience where you will find its anchor stores of Nordstroms, Apple, The Gap and many more.

Many dining options are available to tempt your tastebuds, from the exquisite meals at Il Fornaio, serving a wonderful array of Italian cuisine.

A newer addition to the restaurant seen is RH Rooftop Restaurant, in the Village of Corte Madera. Residing on the top of the newly built design gallery, the restaurant offers amazing views and an open air dining experience, with timeless classics for brunch and dinner, with a wonderful selection of wines from esteemed US. and European vintners.

Last but certainly not least is a well-known classic to locals throughout Marin county. Marin Joe’s was established in 1954 and has been cooking up award winning food for years. Known for its amazing Italian American Cuisine and Piano Bar.

THINGS TO DO 

Looking for a little exercise with stunning views, go for a hike on Ring Mountain Preserve with water views overlooking the central bay and towards Sausalito. This easy hike is not on everyone’s radar, so don’t be surprised when you find yourself alone on top of the world. Also, be sure to find the Native American petroglyphs, you will see a sign on the Tiburon side of the trail.

Well, I would not me without mentioned the annual Corte Madera Lion’s Club EV and Classic Car Show, started just a few years ago but with great turnout, enjoy the afternoon with other classic car enthusiasts and see all the new EV vehicles on the market sponsored by the local auto dealers.

SCHOOLS

The Larkspur / Corte Madera School District does a fabulous job supporting the families in the area.

Choice schools are:

• Neil Cummins School
• The Cove School
• Hall Middle School(Public)
• Marin Country Day School(Private)
• Marin Montessori School(Private)
• Marin Primary(Private)
• Redwood High School(Public, serves several towns)
• Patrick School(Private)