Kentfield is a wealthy unincorporated village, bordering Larkspur and Ross. It is almost entirely residential, and there is no town to speak of. Strong family values dominate the society, and most residents are actively involved in the community. The physical and cultural center is the Woodlands Market off College Ave. Woodlands Market is one of the finest boutique markets in Northern California. Among the Kentfield's many attributes are: beautiful wooded neighborhoods, magnificent views, showplace homes and good schools. In addition, Kentfield s home of College of Marin (part of the California Community College system) and plenty of recreational opportunities.

Kentfield is marked by expensive showplace homes in wooded neighborhoods. Many of the homes sit on large lots, and architecture styles vary. Housing is in short supply, and new development is closely regulated. The average sold price for 2006 was $1,656,764 for a single-family home. Generally, real estate sales have stayed steady.

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Kentfield is a fairly small and well-to-do unincorporated area. The population is just over 6,000 residents, and almost three quarters are families. On the whole, the populace is very wealthy and educated.

The Kentfield School District serves both Greenbrae and Kentfield. Many families seek to locate in the region so their children can attend the highly regarded schools. The total district enrollment is approximately 1,045 students. It is comprised of two different sites: Bacich Elementary School and Kent Middle School. Graduates go on to Redwood High in the Tamalpais Union High School District.

Kentfield School District
699 Sir Francis Drake Blvd, Kentfield

Phone: 415-925-2230

Tamalpais Union High School District
395 Doherty Dr, Larkspur
Phone: 415-945-3720

Bacich School
25 McAllister Ave, Kentfield
Phone: 415-925-2220
Grades: K-4

Kent MS
250 Stadium Way, Kentfield
Phone: 415-458-5970
Grades: 5-8

Redwood HS
395 Doherty Dr, Larkspur

Phone: 415-924-6200

Grades: 9-12

Kentfield is the wettest spot in the Bay Area, with an average rainfall of 47 inches. Kentfield is warm in the summer and highs get into the mid 80s from June to September. Average temperatures range from 50 to 80 degrees.

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City of Larkspur
400 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur

Phone: 415-927-5110

Larkspur Building & Planning Department
400 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur

Phone: 415-927-5110

Larkspur Recreation Department
400 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur

Phone: 415-927-5110

Larkspur Chamber of Commerce
400 Magnolia Ave, Larkspur

Phone: 415-927-5110

College of Marin
835 College Ave, Kentfield
Phone: 415-457-8811