Several factors contribute to Novato's growing appeal. The city boasts a well-regarded public school system, enjoys a favorable climate, and features a vibrant downtown core. Additionally, Novato offers a diverse range of housing options, providing exceptional value within Marin County.
Upscale residential options encompass the luxurious Black Point estates, waterfront living opportunities in Bel Marin Keys and Bahia Park, the wooded serenity of Alameda Del Prado, and the equestrian estates along Indian Valley Road.
For convenient shopping experiences, Novato offers the expansive Vintage Oaks shopping center, featuring national retailers like Costco, Target, Macy's, and Marshall's. The revitalized downtown area along Grant Avenue thrives with a Tuesday farmers' market, outdoor movie nights, community parades, and vibrant art and wine festivals.
In the 1990s, the former Hamilton Field military base underwent a successful transformation. The repurposed site now houses cutting-edge biotechnology and digital development companies, the Marin Museum of Contemporary Art, and over 40 artist studios. Novato is also home to the headquarters of Fireman's Fund, a major insurance company, and the Buck Institute, a nationally recognized research institution dedicated to aging research. This diverse economic landscape positions Novato as a community suitable for residents of all ages.
53,214 people live in Novato, where the median age is 48.1 and the average individual income is $57,297. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Novato, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including 77 Social Club at Bay Club StoneTree, Pacific Stamp Exchange, and Train with Aim.
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| Dining | 2.66 miles | 8 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 1.27 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 1.31 miles | 15 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.35 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.43 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.21 miles | 20 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 4.48 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 1.38 miles | 14 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.04 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Novato has 20,682 households, with an average household size of 2.54. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Novato do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 53,214 people call Novato home. The population density is 1,936.83 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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