Belvedere, California facts for kids
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Belvedere, California
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| City of Belvedere | |||
Belvedere around San Francisco Yacht Club
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Location of Belvedere in Marin County, California.
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 Belvedere, California
Location in the United States
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| Country | United States | ||
| State | California | ||
| County | Marin | ||
| Incorporated | December 24, 1896 | ||
| Government | |||
| • Type | Council–manager | ||
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City council
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| Area | |||
| • Total | 2.41 sq mi (6.23 km2) | ||
| • Land | 0.52 sq mi (1.35 km2) | ||
| • Water | 1.89 sq mi (4.89 km2) 78.42% | ||
| Elevation | 36 ft (11 m) | ||
| Population
(2020)
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| • Total | 2,126 | ||
| • Density | 4,096.34/sq mi (1,580.46/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC-8 (Pacific) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-7 (PDT) | ||
| ZIP code |
94920
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| Area codes | 415/628 | ||
| FIPS code | 06-05164 | ||
| GNIS feature IDs | 1658031, 2409829 | ||
Belvedere is a small city in Marin County, California. It's located right on the San Francisco Bay. This city is quite unique because it's made up of two islands and a lagoon.
Belvedere is connected to the Tiburon Peninsula by two special roads called causeways. In 2020, about 2,126 people lived there. Belvedere is known for being one of the highest-income cities in California. It even shares a post office and ZIP code (94920) with the nearby town of Tiburon.
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Exploring Belvedere's Location
Belvedere is located about 4 miles (6.4 km) north of the big city of San Francisco. It's a beautiful spot on the bay.
Islands and Lagoon
Belvedere has two main islands: Belvedere Island and Corinthian Island. Corinthian Island is actually shared with the town of Tiburon.
Between the two causeways that connect Belvedere Island to Tiburon, you'll find the Belvedere Lagoon. This lagoon is a calm body of water.
The city covers a total area of about 2.42 square miles (6.27 km2). Most of this area, about 78%, is water.
A Look Back: Belvedere's History
Belvedere became an official city in 1896. Its first post office opened the very next year, in 1897.
The building that is now Belvedere's City Hall used to be a Presbyterian Church. It was moved to its current spot on San Rafael Avenue in 1949.
A famous actress, Vivian Vance, who played Ethel on the TV show I Love Lucy, passed away in Belvedere in 1979. She was 70 years old.
In 2017, Belvedere formed a special connection with Portofino, Italy. They became "twin cities," which means they share a friendly bond.
Homes and Views in Belvedere
Many homes in Belvedere offer amazing views! Depending on where they are, residents can see San Francisco, Angel Island, Sausalito, the famous Golden Gate Bridge, and even Mount Tamalpais. They also have views of San Francisco and Richardson Bays.
Architectural Styles
The houses on Belvedere and Corinthian Islands come in many different styles. You can find old Victorian homes, Mediterranean-style houses, and even modern "mid-century" designs. Many of these homes are built right on the cliffs.
Houses around the Belvedere Lagoon were designed by architects in the 1950s and 1960s. A cool feature of these lagoon homes is that they often have their own boat docks. Many homes on Belvedere and Corinthian Islands also have docks that lead right out to San Francisco Bay.
Historic Homes and Designers
Several homes in Belvedere are so special that they are listed on the National Register of Historic Places. One example is the Valentine Rey House, built in 1893. Famous architects like Joseph Esherick and Albert L. Farr have designed homes here.
Belvedere is mainly a place where people live. For shops, restaurants, and other services, residents usually go to the nearby town of Tiburon.
There are also two yacht clubs in Belvedere: the San Francisco Yacht Club and the Corinthian Yacht Club. These clubs are popular for boating and water activities.
Population Information
| Historical population | |||
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| Census | Pop. | %± | |
| 1900 | 434 | — | |
| 1910 | 481 | 10.8% | |
| 1920 | 616 | 28.1% | |
| 1930 | 500 | −18.8% | |
| 1940 | 457 | −8.6% | |
| 1950 | 800 | 75.1% | |
| 1960 | 2,148 | 168.5% | |
| 1970 | 2,599 | 21.0% | |
| 1980 | 2,401 | −7.6% | |
| 1990 | 2,147 | −10.6% | |
| 2000 | 2,125 | −1.0% | |
| 2010 | 2,068 | −2.7% | |
| 2020 | 2,126 | 2.8% | |
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The population of Belvedere was 2,126 people in 2020. The city has grown over the years, as shown in the table above.
Demographics in 2010
In 2010, Belvedere had a population of 2,068 people. Most residents (93.8%) were White. There were also Asian, African-American, Pacific Islander, and people of two or more races living there. About 3.5% of the residents were of Hispanic or Latino background.
The average household size was 2.23 people. Many households were made up of married couples. About 21.4% of the residents were under 18 years old, and 31.6% were 65 years or older.
Twin City
Portofino, Liguria, Italy
Education
Students in Belvedere attend schools in two different districts. For younger students, there's the Reed Union School District. For high school, they go to schools in the Tamalpais Union High School District.
See also
In Spanish: Belvedere (California) para niños
