Novato Real Estate & Luxury Living Guide

A city in northern Marin County, in the North Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area.

Welcome to Novato

Novato is a city in northern Marin County, in the North Bay region of the San Francisco Bay Area, in the U.S. state of California. Major geographical features nearby include Mount Burdell and Mount Burdell Open Space Preserve to the north and Big Rock Ridge to the southwest. Stafford Lake to the west is a secondary water supply for Novato, with the Russian River in Sonoma County to the north supplying most of the city’s water.
 
The city is home to the Buck Institute for Research on Aging and several biotech firms, such as Biosearch Technologies and BioMarin Pharmaceutical. Several small technology companies are also based in Novato, such as 2K Marin, Radiant Logic, Toys For Bob, One Legal, International Genetics Incorporated, Channel Management Solutions, Enwisen, Sonic Solutions, and DriveSavers. It is also home to a development studio for Take Two Interactive, the parent company of Rockstar Games.

Property Listings

Aerial view of a two-story home with a red tile roof, landscaped grounds, and a putting green beside wetlands.
For Sale
MLS® 326049052

$4,250,000

10 Deer Island Lane, Novato, CA 94945
5 Beds 3.5 Baths 4,760 Sq.Ft.
75 Fairway Drive
For Sale
MLS® 326086909

$3,950,000

75 Fairway Drive, Novato, CA 94949
3 Beds 3 Baths 3,005 Sq.Ft.
23 Prestwick Court
For Sale
MLS® 326084580

$3,698,000

23 Prestwick Court, Novato, CA 94949
4 Beds 4.5 Baths 3,145 Sq.Ft.
Single-story home behind a swimming pool and spa, with illuminated windows and a landscaped patio at dusk.
Active Under Contract
MLS® 326039425

$3,499,000

2288 Vineyard Road, Novato, CA 94947
3 Beds 3 Baths 3,811 Sq.Ft.
Shingle-style home with rooftop solar panels and a backyard pool bordered by brick paving and lounge chairs.
For Sale
MLS® 326079370

$3,295,000

13 W Brooke Drive, Novato, CA 94947
5 Beds 4.5 Baths 5,629 Sq.Ft.
Landscaped home exterior with broad oak trees, entry steps, and green hills beyond.
Pending
MLS® 326081799

$2,998,000

36 Capilano Drive, Novato, CA 94949
5 Beds 4.5 Baths 3,349 Sq.Ft.
Backyard swimming pool with colorful lounge chairs, palm trees, and a blue pool cover beside the home.
For Sale
MLS® 326060375

$2,995,000

37 Carnoustie Drive, Novato, CA 94949
4 Beds 4.5 Baths 4,548 Sq.Ft.
Blue-shingle home with a yellow front door, attached garage, and wide driveway.
For Sale
MLS® 326065746

$2,850,000

30 Oak Shade Lane, Novato, CA 94945
5 Beds 3.5 Baths 4,479 Sq.Ft.
457 Wilson Avenue
For Sale
MLS® 326086523

$2,800,000

457 Wilson Avenue, Novato, CA 94947
4 Beds 3 Baths 3,527 Sq.Ft.
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Overview for Novato, CA

59,997 people live in Novato, where the median age is 48.5 and the average individual income is $67,396. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

59,997

Total Population

48.5 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$67,396

Average individual Income

Around Novato, CA

There's plenty to do around Novato, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

87
Very Walkable
Walking Score
73
Very Bikeable
Bike Score
42
Some Transit
Transit Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Ec Brands, La Carreta Market, and Italian Delite.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Dining 0.23 miles 0 reviews 0/5 stars
La Carreta Market Logo
Dining 0.24 miles 2 reviews 5/5 stars
Italian Delite Logo
Dining · $$ 0.25 miles 491 reviews 4.3/5 stars
La Michoacana Logo
Dining · $ 0.26 miles 94 reviews 4.1/5 stars
Rojas Market Logo
Dining 0.26 miles 1 review 1/5 stars
Brothers Farmers Market Logo
Dining 0.27 miles 13 reviews 3.5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Novato, CA

Population Households Employment

Novato has 23,257 households, with an average household size of 2.533333333333333. 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. 59,997 people call Novato home. The population density is 1,086 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

59,997

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

48.5 years

Median Age

51 / 49%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
23,257

Total Households

2.533333333333333

Average Household Size

$67,396

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Novato, CA

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Mixed Schools ()
The following schools are within or nearby Novato. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Aerial view of Novato with a red church in the foreground and wooded hills beyond.

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