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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Savannah Robinson

Anyone regret moving to Novato?

Been meaning to ask this. Military spouse here. You can expect to pay around $2,422 for rent here. The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. The median home value here is around $1,007,100, which is pretty steep. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. It's a very car-dependen...

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Ellie C.

Is public transit usable in Novato?

First post here. My family moved here when I was a kid. Median household income is $112,193, which feels pretty solid for the area. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look. Anyone in a similar situation? The food scene here is su...

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Serenity W.

Career opportunities in Novato, CA

Hello, I've been here for 9 years and Average temperature is around 58--F, so the weather is moderate. Poverty rate is 5.3%, which is pretty low. The city has invested a lot in new development. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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Dylan Ortiz

Internet providers in Novato?

You can expect to pay around $2,422 for rent here. The median home value here is around $1,007,100, which is pretty steep. Crime rate is something to consider -Novato sits at 263.7 per 100K. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. It's a ver...

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Vivian B.

How is Novato for outdoor activities?

Hello, I'm retired and You can expect to pay around $2,422 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider -Novato sits at 263.7 per 100K. Average temperature is around 58--F, so the weather is moderate. Homes are going for about $1,007,100 on average. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus....

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Laura R.

Why I chose Novato over bigger cities

So, I relocated for work and Rent is about $2,422/month for a decent place. Median household income is $112,193, which feels pretty solid for the area. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Does this match your experience? The suburbs ar...

27 replies 20 upvotes living
Aaliyah R.

Best and worst neighborhoods in Novato

OK so Average temperature is around 58--F, so the weather is moderate. The city has invested a lot in new development. Property taxes are high but you get good services. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Honestly, I think...

22 replies 28 upvotes best-worst
Jacob Wilson

Just moved to Novato, any tips?

Curious what people think. I relocated for work and The median home value here is around $1,007,100, which is pretty steep. It's a a smaller city city with about 52,689 people. Night life is decent if you know the right spots. The suburbs are where most families end up. Has anyone dealt with this? ...

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Savannah Robinson

Moving to Novato with kids -good idea?

Random thought, We're a young couple and Poverty rate is 5.3%, which is pretty low. Average temperature is around 58--F, so the weather is moderate. Rent is about $2,422/month for a decent place. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What neighb...

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Serenity W.

Co-working spaces in Novato?

I'm originally from Minneapolis and Median household income is $112,193, which feels pretty solid for the area. Homes are going for about $1,007,100 on average. You can expect to pay around $2,422 for rent here. Poverty rate is 5.3%, which is pretty low. Honestly, I think it's a great place if you k...

5 replies 13 upvotes jobs
portland_kai

How much do you pay for rent in Novato?

Hi all, Just moved here 3 months ago and Crime rate is something to consider -Novato sits at 263.7 per 100K. The median home value here is around $1,007,100, which is pretty steep. The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. You can expect to pay around $2,422 for rent here. Property taxe...

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Ellie C.

Anyone else love living in Novato?

Curious what people think. Average temperature is around 58--F, so the weather is moderate.

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Riley M.

Working remotely from Novato

Hello, My family moved here when I was a kid. It's a a smaller city city with about 52,689 people. Poverty rate is 5.3%, which is pretty low. People here are genuinely friendly, not just surface-level. Has anyone dealt with this? There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. The weathe...

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portlandlife2020

Is Novato good for remote workers?

Curious what people think. I work in education and People here are genuinely friendly, not just sur

7 replies 28 upvotes jobs
Dylan Ortiz

Best kept secrets of Novato, CA

Anyone else feel this way? Average temperature is around 58--F, so the weather is moderate. The suburbs are where most families end up. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Should I be concerned? Appreciate any input. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The weather takes some get...

17 replies 22 upvotes best-worst
Dylan Ortiz

Novato is underrated, change my mind

I relocated for work and Average temperature is around 58--F, so the weather is moderate. With a population of 52,689, Novato is a smaller city. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that. Any advice would be great.

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Dylan Ortiz

Novato quality of life -am I missing something?

Hi all, With a population of 52,689, Novato is a smaller city. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Looking forward to hearing from you all. Property taxes are high but you get good services. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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portland_kai

The good and bad of living in Novato

The unemployment rate is 4.1%, which is about average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. What neighborhoods would you suggest?

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Logan Wood

Anyone else love living in Novato?

So, I relocated for work and Crime rate is something to consider -Novato sits at 263.7 per 100K. The median home value here is around $1,007,100, which is pretty steep. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. The city has invest...

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portlandlife2020

How is the nightlife in Novato?

First post here. I've been here for 1 years and Average temperature is around 58--F, so the weather is moderate. Homes are going for about $1,007,100 on average. The median home value here is around $1,007,100, which is pretty steep. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Night life is d...

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Riley M.

Things Novato needs to improve

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a remote worker and The median home value here is around $1,007,100, which is pretty steep. Average temperature is around 58--F, so the weather is moderate. Poverty rate is 5.3%, which is pretty low. Property taxes are high but you get good services. T...

2 replies 26 upvotes best-worst
Harold D.

Top 5 things I love about Novato

Hello, The city has invested a lot in new development. Let me know your thoughts.

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Waylon Castillo

Top 5 things I love about Novato

Not sure if this has been asked before, but I'm a remote worker and The median home value here is around $1,007,100, which is pretty steep. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. The school sys...

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Aaliyah R.

Things Novato needs to improve

Longtime lurker here, Just moved here 1 months ago and The median home value here is around $1,007,100, which is pretty steep. Homes are going for about $1,007,100 on average. The suburbs are where most families end up. Should I be concerned? It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The city...

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portland_kai

Best coffee shops in Novato?

Military spouse here. Is this normal for Novato? Traffic can be rough during rush hour, no sugarcoating that.

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Jacob Wilson

What Novato does better than anywhere else

I'm a college student here and It's a a smaller city city with about 52,689 people. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Any advice would be great. Any help is appreciated. It's not perfect, but the community is solid. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. The city has inve...

4 replies 24 upvotes best-worst
Savannah Long

Is it worth buying in Novato?

Hello, Crime rate is something to consider -Novato sits at 263.7 per 100K. Median household income is $112,193, which feels pretty solid for the area. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or worse. Anyone in a similar situation? It's changin...

1 replies 3 upvotes housing
portland_kai

Novato vs Salt Lake City -which is better?

Hey folks, With a population of 52,689, Novato is a smaller city. Property taxes are high but you get good services. Am I wrong here? Property taxes are high but you get good services. The suburbs are where most families end up.

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