A bold idea for a one-of-a-kind community
Villa Marin is a unique a senior living community where residents have full equity ownership of their homes.
Where Purpose and Agency Come Together for You
Villa Marin is a Life Plan Community in San Rafael, designed for adults 60+ who want to live independently with the peace of mind that comes with access to onsite healthcare. Regularly ranked among Northern California’s top senior living communities, Villa Marin offers more than a beautiful place to live—it offers a true sense of belonging.
Our hilltop location provides stunning views of the surrounding valley, and our wide range of floor plans—studio to three-bedroom condominiums (660–2,254 sq ft)—allows residents to find the perfect home for their lifestyle.
What makes Villa Marin truly unique is ownership. Residents own their condominiums and are members of the Villa Marin Homeowners Association that oversees the community and Health Center. Governance is led by residents themselves, through an elected Board of Directors and over 20 committees focused on areas such as finance, facilities, activities, and admissions.
Our Rich History
The vision for Villa Marin began in 1977 with a bold idea: to create a senior living community where residents had full equity ownership of their homes. Spearheaded by founder John Siemens and supported by the late Barbara Leibert—our beloved first and most significant contributing partner—the journey took nearly a decade of planning, permitting, and collaboration with architects, engineers, and builders. Construction was entrusted to Cahill Construction, led by John Cahill.
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