Several fine art galleries have opened recently and regularly invite the public to join in their monthly opening nights. Housing possibilities range from small tract homes to large, modern houses with fine finishes. Lots are generally small, sometimes flat but often on a sloping hillside.
Some people prefer the sun while others gravitate towards an older, woodsy setting.
Views are plentiful and can include hills, the Bay, San Francisco, or just the house next door, depending on elevation and orientation. At one time, Mill Valley served as an escape from San Francisco's foggy summers and some of the vestiges of country cottages still remain. Mill Valley's schools generally rank in the top ten percent of the state, making it an appealing town for young families. Mill Valley also houses its fair share of rock stars, writers, and theater people who appreciate the ability to live a quieter life among neighbors who are largely unimpressed by the trappings of fame. The library is set into a forest setting adjacent to Old Mill Park.