Dillon beach named after its initial founder George Dillon is in the Marin county of California state. The population of the place is just 319 according to the 2000 census, with a population density of about 107 residents per square mile which is very low. Dillon beach is situated in the hills of northern Marin County, 1hour north of the golden gate bridge and just 4miles west of highway 1 near Tamales town. It has a New England charm about it. All the homes are within walking distance to the beach and café. The hill view homes are located with an excellent view of the Pacific Ocean. Swimming, surfing, surf boarding and digging for giant clams are some of the recreational activities one enjoys in Dillon beach. Dillon beach is known for its dog friendly atmosphere and as a great fun place for kids with its soft sand.

There is not very much real estate activity in Dillon beach as there are very few residents. However the following figures of properties for sale indicate the prevailing situation in the real estate market at Dillon beach.
(1) The average sales price of a two bedroom home is $682,500 in the Sep-Nov 2007 quarter, compared to $790,000 in the previous quarter, indicating a fall of more than 13%.
(2) The average sales price of a three bedroom home is $859,000 in this quarter as against $1,400,000 in the previous quarter, showing a decline of more than 38%.
(3) The average price per square foot of a two bedroom home was $576 in this quarter against $501 in the earlier quarter, registering an increase of 15%.
(4) The average price per square foot of a three bedroom home was $433 in this quarter compared to $712 in the preceding quarter, showing a decline of 39%.
(5) The number of two bedroom homes sold is I and 2 respectively in this quarter and the earlier quarter.
(6) The number of three bedroom homes sold is the same as the earlier quarter.

The following expensive homes are for sale at the present moment at Dillon beach.
(1) 6 kameha way, Dillon Beach ---- $1,285,000 ---- 3 Br, 3 Ba,3132 Sq.ft
(2) 50 Oceana Dr, Dillon Beach ---- $895,000 ---- 4 Br, 2 Ba, 1667 Sq.ft
(3) 584 Oceana Dr, Dillon Beach ---- $794,900 ---- 2 Br, 3 Ba, 2687 Sq.ft
(4) Dillon Beach ---- $699,000 ---- 3 Br, 3 Ba, 2450 Sq.ft
(5) 19 Ocean View Ave, Dillon Beach ---- $599,500 ---- 2 Br, 1 Ba, 1742 Sq.ft
Living is comparatively cheap and the average cost of acquisition of a home is also less compared to other areas. You can look into the properties for sale and buy a second home here to enjoy the weekends and the occasional sunshine.
Overall the quiet atmosphere of the place and the sparse population presents a good buy at a cheap price compared to other beach front properties around the country and the value of the investment will give good returns in the long term.

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