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Highlights

  • Dishwasher
  • Modern kitchen
  • Small-town charm
  • Fireplace
  • Private deck
  • Shared laundry

Location

168 Willow Ave, Fairfax, CA 94930, USA
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Property Overview

The property Willow scores an impressive 8.3 overall on Zumper, indicating strong appeal for renters, enhanced by a competitive price and features like a modern kitchen and private deck. It excels in amenities and location, with ratings of 9 out of 10, providing residents with a high-quality living experience and easy access to essential services. Furthermore, its transparency in description and management earns a trustworthiness rating of 8, reflecting a commitment to clarity for potential renters.

This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Zumper Expert Ratings” and “Things you’ll love” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.

Zumper Expert Rating

8.3
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, willow is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, willow has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.

Things you’ll love

  • High school nearby

Floor plans

2BR/1.0BA2 bed1 bath170 Willow Ave, Fairfax – Upper Unit in Duplex Upper unit in a quiet duplex, tucked into the hillside and surrounded by trees. This home has been fully renovated, freshly painted, and features all-new flooring throughout. The large living room includes a fireplace and opens to a dining area with access to a private deck, perfect for enjoying the natural setting. The modern, spacious kitchen is fully equipped with new countertops, a full-size refrigerator, gas cooktop, wall oven, dishwasher, and plenty of cabinet and counter space. The bathroom has been beautifully updated with a new vanity and a tub/shower combination. Both bedrooms are carpeted and offer comfortable, private spaces. Shared laundry and carport parking included. Located close to Good Earth Grocery and just minutes from downtown Fairfax. Fairfax is known for its small-town charm, access to hiking and biking trails, and a strong sense of community. Enjoy nearby open space, Mount Tamalpais, local cafes, shops, and an easy commute to San Rafael and the rest of Marin. A peaceful home with nature all around, in one of Marin’s most desirable towns.

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Amenities for willow

Apartment Amenities

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Appliances

DishwasherOven
RefrigeratorWall Oven
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About willow

HomeApartments in Fairfax willow

170 Willow Ave, Fairfax – Upper Unit in Duplex Upper unit in a quiet duplex, tucked into the hillside and surrounded by trees. This home has been fully renovated, freshly painted, and features all-new flooring throughout. The large living room includes a fireplace and opens to a dining area with access to a private deck, perfect for enjoying the natural setting. The modern, spacious kitchen is fully equipped with new countertops, a full-size refrigerator, gas cooktop, wall oven, dishwasher, and plenty of cabinet and counter space. The bathroom has been beautifully updated with a new vanity and a tub/shower combination. Both bedrooms are carpeted and offer comfortable, private spaces. Shared laundry and carport parking included. Located close to Good Earth Grocery and just minutes from downtown Fairfax. Fairfax is known for its small-town charm, access to hiking and biking trails, and a strong sense of community. Enjoy nearby open space, Mount Tamalpais, local cafes, shops, and an easy commute to San Rafael and the rest of Marin. A peaceful home with nature all around, in one of Marin’s most desirable towns.


Zumper Expert Rating

Our expert rating is based on a weighted average score of property attributes that renters care about most: price, amenities, location, quality, and trust.
8.3
/10
Very Good
With a solid 8.3 out of 10 overall, willow is a great option for renters. While some aspects, like Quality, might not be as distinguished as other properties nearby, willow has a number of attractive features—namely its Price— so you can be assured your rent will come with a high standard of living.
How we rated willow
Price·9A score that weighs the cost and location of the property, which we calculate by comparing rent prices of recent units to the median price of nearby rentals, adjusting for overall quality and features.
willow stands out with a remarkable rating of 9/10 for its cost per bedroom compared to other rentals in the area. Considering the excellent balance between price, convenience, and comfort that it provides, residents enjoy a high-quality living experience.
Amenities·9A score based on the amenities offered at this property compared to other rentals in the area. We consider the quantity, quality, and popularity of features both on site and within the units.
willow goes above and beyond to provide sought-after conveniences and desirable perks, including dishwasher. Renters looking for popular or luxurious features will find them here—and for that reason, willow receives one of the highest amenities scores.
Location·9A score based on proximity and ease of access to shops, restaurants, schools, and public transportation while considering the desirability of the area.
willow is exceptional when it comes to location and conveniences. Communication with management or leasing staff is usually quick and easy and they often use advanced scheduling and communication tools to streamline the process. The location of this property offers easy access to popular points of interest in the area and options for getting around.
Quality·6A score based on what makes the property stand out, such as luxury features, unique offerings, age of the building, and our ability to verify the accuracy of these details.
While willow does not have many hallmark characteristics to highlight, it has some qualities and features that will resonate with a broad range of renters.
Trustworthiness·8A score based on the accuracy, completeness, recency, and usefulness of the information provided by this property, so you can trust that what you see is what you get.
The level of transparency this property provides distinguishes it as a great rental. With a high attention to detail and desirable features, renters can be sure they will get an accurate picture of their potential new home.

Property highlights

We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.

How willow compares to other nearby properties.

Positives

High school nearby
There is a high school 1 mile away

Considerations

Grow a garden indoors
A balcony, backyard, or shared outdoor space isn't available
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Rent trends in Fairfax

Median rents as of Apr 25 2026.
Fairfax
A table of 1-bedroom apartment rental data trends in Fairfax
MonthMedian Rent
October 2025$2,900
November 2025$2,625
December 2025$2,375
January 2026$2,300
April 2026$2,500

Schools near willow

Hidden Valley Elementary School

46 green valley ct

san anselmo, CA, 94960

K-5Public
A

Marin County Special Education

1111 las gallinas ave

san rafael, CA, 94903

K-12Public

Ross Elementary School

9 lagunitas rd

ross, CA, 94957

K-8Public
A+

Cove

330 golden hind passage

corte madera, CA, 94925

K-5Public
A

Bolinas-Stinson Elementary School

125 olema-bolinas rd

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K-8Public
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Neighborhood

NEIGHBORHOOD VIBE
Peaceful and quiet
Noise-canceling headphones not required in this mostly noise free area.

Getting around Fairfax near 168 Willow Ave

Walking

3/10
Fewer daily needs are within walking distance (unless you’re up for a challenge).

Driving

8/10
Commuting is easy with multiple accessible routes and plenty of parking.

Cycling

3/10
This is semi-bikeable, but you’ll need another way of getting around.

Transit

3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.

Points of interest for 168 Willow Ave, Fairfax

Groceries

7/10
At least one supermarket within a 15-minute walk

Shopping

4/10
Several shops within walking distance

Cafes

5/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk

Restaurants

4/10
Some restaurants within a few minutes’ walk

Primary schools

5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk

High schools

3/10
At least one high school within a 30-minute walk

Parks

7/10
Large amount of park space nearby

Nightlife

3/10
Some bars within walking distance

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