Fairfax
Fairfax is often referred to as “The Little Town that Time Forgot,” referring to its funky 1960’s style (you’ll see lots of tie-dye in the clothing shops), casual living, (many folks keep their own chickens), and a great community feel. There’s multiple music venues, with live music almost every night, and also great family neighborhoods with highly rated schools. It’s home to an amazing natural food store and other excellent options for groceries and casual dining, including a farmer’s market in the spring and summer months. The downtown landmark is the Fairfax Theatre, a multiplex with the feel of a small town theater.
Housing in Fairfax is eclectic, as is much of Marin. The combination of older summer cottages that have been modified, expanded and personalized over generations stand in the same block with large estates well in excess of $1,000,000. Much of the town is in the hills and many houses are on winding, rural roads. Fairfax is a great town for the young at heart, the progressive of mind, the lover of nature, and it’s one of the more affordable towns in Marin County.