Our Work
The Bolinas Community Land Trust is committed to long-term, community-driven solutions that address both the housing crisis and infrastructure needs in Bolinas and Stinson Beach. Through a variety of projects and programs, we focus on building and preserving affordable homes, providing safe housing for local families, and fostering a resilient, inclusive community. Each initiative is designed to meet the unique needs of our residents while protecting the character and diversity of Bolinas and Stinson Beach for future generations.
From affordable homeownership opportunities to infrastructure initiatives like the Bolinas Pilot Septic Program—which promotes environmental health and supports the creation of additional dwelling units on the Gridded Mesa—our work addresses both immediate housing needs and long-term sustainability.
If you have a question about a project you may contact us at info@bolinaslandtrust.org.
Projects and Programs
Affordable Rental Properties
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The Gibson House was the first property acquired by the Bolinas Community Land Trust in November 2000.
The purchase and renovation of a building that once housed a bakery was completed in less than three months and was hailed by many as a model for other communities.
The Gibson House comfortably houses nine people in five communal units and two studios.
No vacancies at this time.
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Eight dwellings house 16 people in various configurations ranging from communal living units to live/work studios and three-bedroom family units. A multiuse building, 6 Wharf also has three commercial spaces and is home to the BCLT office.
No vacancies at this time.
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The BCLT bought this property as a red-tagged house that was beginning to fall apart, today it is home to a family of four.
No vacancies at this time.
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With the help of the Stinson Beach Affordable Housing Committee and generous donors in Stinson Beach we acquired this 5 unit housing complex in Stinson Beach in spring of 2020.
No vacancies at this time.
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Completed in 2021 and home to a family of three and the second unit attached to the property at 430 Aspen Road.
No vacancies at this time.
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More information coming soon.
No vacancies at this time.
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Tyrone and Suraya Brendel Co-Founded BoVida at the beginning of 2018. Their mission is to bring a new and fresh local dining experience to Bolinas, where locals and tourists alike can feel welcomed and share the good vibes in our little West Marin village. Ty and Suraya take great pleasure in serving local and organic options made with love!
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Founded in 2016, La Sirena has provided unique and creative gifts for over 7 years. They are passionate about helping customers find the perfect gift for any occasion.
Affordable Homeownership Properties
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BCLT is proud to have pioneered one of the first partnerships between a CLT and Habitat for Humanity chapter in the United States.
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Harmony Maia generously bequeathed her home and property to the BCLT, marking our first legacy gift.
Members of the BCLT Board worked with CLAM’s former Executive Director, Pam Dorr, to design and administer an application and lottery process.
This home will be preserved for affordable homeownership in perpetuity.
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We are teaming up again with Habitat for Humanity Greater San Francisco to develop eight new, 100% affordable homes in downtown Bolinas.
The project will include two buildings with six 3-bedroom townhomes, two 2-bedroom townhomes and two ground-floor commercial spaces.