Good grades translates in higher home prices. Understandably many parents are willing to pay a premium to live in better school districts, which is one of the reasons that makes Marin County such a desirable location.  Whether you're a family with school aged children, or empty nesters, a real consideration when purchasing any home is it's potential "Resale Value" down the line.  Your school district, oftentimes, can make the difference. Especially, in a weak real estate "Buyers" market.



    The San Francisco Chronicle reported in March of 2010 that Bay Area residents know the school districts most in demand "Communities like PIedmont, Tiburon/Belvedere, Orinda, Palo Alto, and Ross/Kentfield, attract their fair share of buyers most covetous of their schools. And, they're glad to pay up.  What exactly is the school district premium?  Some real estate agents believe it's 10 to 25 percent of a home's value.

    On August 17, 2010 the Marin Independent Journal reported that based on California's Star Exam Results (Annual Standardized Testing and Reporting) that Marin students outpaced the State. Educators report gains overall in English and Math.
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