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Moving to Corte Madera, CA
$1,450,000Median listing price
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About Corte Madera
Corte Madera is a Marin County town of about 10,000 on the bay's western shore, known for the Village and Town Center shopping districts, the Corte Madera Creek, and its marsh-front neighborhoods. A convenient Marin suburb with strong retail and trail access.
Home prices in Corte Madera
The median listing price in Corte Madera is $1,450,000.
Top places in Corte Madera
- The Village at Corte Madera and Town Center — major shopping districts.
- The Corte Madera Creek Path and marsh trails (aerial shown in the Commons photo below).
- The Corte Madera Ecological Reserve — shorebird habitat.
- Menke Park and the community center.
- The town's waterfront neighborhoods.
Commuting from Corte Madera
- Golden Gate Ferry from nearby Larkspur — roughly 35–45 minutes total to the Ferry Building.
- Golden Gate Transit buses — roughly 45–60 minutes.
- Approximate drive to downtown San Francisco via US-101 and the Golden Gate Bridge: ~25–45 minutes (toll and traffic dependent).
Schools in Corte Madera
Public schools: Larkspur-Corte Madera School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Corte Madera FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Corte Madera, CA?
The median listing price in Corte Madera is $1,450,000. Median listing price (September 2026 research snapshot) - How is the commute from Corte Madera, CA?
Golden Gate Ferry from nearby Larkspur — roughly 35–45 minutes total to the Ferry Building. - Which school district serves Corte Madera, CA?
Corte Madera is served by Larkspur-Corte Madera School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.