Ross

Often described as the Greenwich of Marin, Ross is a close-knit community with large, estate homes on big lots set amidst a beautiful natural landscape. Because there is so little density the landscape feels like the countryside with tree-covered hills, meandering creeks, and manicured lawns and gardens. Ross is located approximately 18 miles from the Golden Gate Bridge, has a population of under 3,000 residents and comprises 1.6 square miles. The charming downtown has a few popular restaurants, snack shops and storefronts that primarily serve the locals. The mail is delivered to the local post office as opposed to home delivery, so everyone interacts at the post office to connect and chat about local news. Ross Common, a large sprawling lawn area in downtown that is a popular place for kids sports, cultural events and for folks to meet, share a coffee or throw a frisbee. The Marin Art and Garden center is an 11 acre historical site in Ross that hosts weddings, tours and many activities in this beautiful nature preserve. Ross is an insular community where everyone knows everyone and the residents want to keep it that way. This East Coast style oasis feels like a throwback to a bygone era ala Norman Rockwell.