Tomales Homes & Real Estate

See the newest Tomales homes for sale and more real estate in Marin County below. Tomales is a quiet, census-designated place that lies right alongside State Road 1 near the California coastline. Also situated directly east of Petaluma, Napa, and Sonoma, Tomales is also just as close to the heart of Wine Country as it is to many of the amenities and attractions that surround nearby Marin County. At last count, Tomales had a population of just over 200 people, which is likely to remain given the community's quiet, rural setting that feels worlds away from the hustle-and-bustle of San Francisco, or any other nearby city or town for that matter. But despite how small this Marin County community is from a population standpoint, Tomales still has a pretty unique and established downtown that features a small inn, bakery, cafe, general store, and a few other local businesses as well. For additional information on Tomales properties for sale or to schedule a home showing, contact your Bay Area real estate professionals today! Read more about Tomales real estate.

Homes For Sale in Tomales CA

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Tomales Real Estate Market

Most of the homes for sale offered in the Tomales Bay-Point Reyes housing market are single-family homes and reflect the nature of the area. They range from ranches to cozy cottages to sleek, custom-built homes. Many properties have views of the Tomales Bay or the surrounding mountains. West Marin is one of the few areas of Marin County where homes with acreage can still be found.

As a small, countryside community, there isn't a whole lot to the local housing market in Tomales, especially given just 200 people live here. What homes you will happen to see on the market, if any, will typically be priced somewhere in the $600,000 to $800,000 price range, and that's usually enough to get buyers between 1,300 and 1,500 square feet of living space and a pretty good size backyard in most instances, which adds just a little extra appeal to living in such a rural location. But if you're also hoping to live somewhat close to the coastline, Dylan Beach is also a relatively short drive from homes for sale in Tomales, which also makes buying a home here an intriguing proposition as well.

Tomales Community Amenities

Tomales is the place to go if buyers are looking for rural peace and quiet. Located about an hour's drive north of San Francisco, Tomales is a sleepy little town noted for its architecture. Vernacular houses and Italianate commercial buildings are side-by-side with charming little Queen Anne cottages.

The Tomales Bay is famous for its oysters. A favorite pastime for locals and visitors alike is stopping at one of the oyster farms. Several offer barbecue-style picnic areas on a first come, first served basis; or you can buy a bag of oysters and take them home for a get together with friends. Favorites include Drake's Bay Oyster Farm, Hog Island Oyster Company, the Tomales Bay Oyster Company, and Point Reyes Oyster Company.

Neighboring Point Reyes Station is the area's commercial anchor. Although small, the town has a hardware store, grocery, bank, and pharmacy. The world-renowned Cowgirl Creamery makes its famous cheese in a converted barn just off the main drag. Known as the Tomales Bay Food Company, the barn also houses several retail, delicatessen style shops that carry an assortment of gourmet treats, cheeses, and wines.

With the Point Reyes National Seashore and Tomales Bay estuary nearby, horseback riding, hiking trails, boating, and kayaking are popular activities. Guarding the treacherous approach to the San Francisco Bay, the Point Reyeslighthouse is a perfect vantage point for watching the annual migration of the California Gray Whales.

Tomales School Information

Below is a list of schools in the city of Tomales for buyers with school-aged children to consider:

• Tomales High School - 3850 Irvin Rd, Tomales, CA
• Tomales Elementary School - 40 John St, Tomales, CA

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