Community Type: Private Population: ~1,100
Vibe: Extremely private & independent, bohemian, deliberately off the grid, beach
Bolinas likes to keep a low profile, and locals have a tradition of removing highway directional signs to keep visitors from finding it. It is an artistic, free-spirited community of long-timers, surfers, organic farmers, and writers. The Bolinas Community Land Trust owns a significant share of local land, keeping housing more stable than neighboring towns.
Neighborhoods & Character
The town sits on a mesa above Bolinas Lagoon. The main town has a post office, a general store, and some shops and cafes. The surrounding residential areas are low-key and quiet. There is strong community activism around land use and environmental issues.
Amenities
The community owned Bolinas People Store, the Coast Cafe, BoVida, and a few small local businesses.
Nature & Outdoor Access
Bolinas Beach, RCA Beach, Duxbury Reef (one of the largest exposed reef areas on the Pacific Coast), access to the Point Reyes National Seashore. Excellent birding at the Bolinas Lagoon.
Things to Consider
Bolinas is intentionally hard to get to. If you need regular access to San Francisco or Marin towns, factor in a 45-90 minute drive depending on the route. This is for people who truly want privacy.
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Lunch Stop: BoVida – 6 Wharf Rd – Acai bowls, smoothies, panini, sandwich, bagels, salads |
1,217 people live in BOLINAS, where the median age is 64.6 and the average individual income is $85,429. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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BOLINAS has 551 households, with an average household size of 2.13. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in BOLINAS do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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