Median Age
52 Years
Largest Age Group
55-64 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
18%
Over 65
29%
Larkspur, CA Area Guide
Avg Rent
$3,916
Population
13,470
Renter Mix
50% Rent
A North Bay suburb perfectly positioned between "The City" and the coastal forests
Suburb
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Commuter
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Ferry
Nestled between Marin County's redwood-draped hills and San Francisco Bay's northern edge, Larkspur moves at an intentional rather than sleepy pace. The compact downtown along Magnolia Avenue draws locals with walkable boutiques, cafés, and long-standing eateries — the kind of strip that knows its regulars. San Francisco sits 30 minutes away by car, or skip traffic entirely via the Golden Gate Ferry from Larkspur Landing.
Outdoor access impresses for a four-square-mile city. Residents find themselves steps from open space preserves and hiking trails leading toward Muir Woods and the Marin Headlands. Nearby Corte Madera and Mill Valley expand dining and shopping options.
Larkspur's apartment communities feature well-maintained mid-size buildings and townhome-style rentals, from cozy studios to spacious multi-bedroom layouts. The city's decades-old Fourth of July parade cements its reputation as a place where local traditions still matter.
Explore the City
Left Bank is a popular French brasserie in downtown Larkspur.
The Art Deco style theatre in Larkspur is a favorite hangout spot for locals.
Downtown Larkspur was built between 1900 and 1930.
Mt Tamalpais rests right behind Larkspur.
Baltimore Canyon runs through Larkspur providing homes in the lush redwood forest.
The Larkspur Ferry Terminal connects Marin to San Francisco.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$122,619
Average: $156,925
Education
7,913
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
7,398
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
In Larkspur, there are roughly the same number of renters and homeowners.
Renters
50%
Non-Renters
50%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
53%
Other Education
47%
Rent Trends
As of September 2026, the average apartment rent in Larkspur, CA is $2,221 for a studio, $3,915 for one bedroom, $4,512 for two bedrooms, and $6,409 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Larkspur has increased by 20.8% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$3,915/month
778 Sq Ft
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Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Larkspur, CA is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
90
/ 100
Moderately Bikeable
Bikeability
70
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades 6-8
440 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,722 Students
Public
Grades 9-12
1,722 Students
San Andreas High (Continuation) School
Public
Grades 9-12
46 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Hal Brown Park at Creekside
- Baltimore Canyon Open Space
- WildCare
- Ring Mountain Preserve
- Friends of Mt. Tam
Military Bases
Airports
- Metro Oakland International
- San Francisco International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in September 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.