Welcome to your best resource for Walnut Creek homes for sale and real estate in Contra Costa County. Located at the intersection of State Route 24 and I-680, the East Bay city of Walnut Creek CA is the hub of activity in Contra Costa County. With a conveniently located BART station and several major cities, including San Francisco, Oakland, Concord, and Dublin within a 25-mile radius, Walnut Creek is well-positioned for commuting. Walnut Creek's strong job base, however, makes it possible for many residents to live and work in Walnut Creek — eliminating the need for a commute. For more information on Walnut Creek properties for sale or to schedule a home tour, contact your Bay Area real estate experts today! Read more about Walnut Creek real estate.
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Walnut Creek has a population of right around 70,000 people, making it one of Contra Costa County's largest cities. It's also a hub for many other smaller communities scattered throughout the area, providing tens of thousands of people with plenty of shopping, dining, recreation, and other amenities that help make living here both convenient and desirable. Downtown Walnut Creek is vibrant and active, and is also where you'll find a terrific mix of condos, townhouses, and historic homes that are highly sought-after by anyone who loves a little charm and character to where they call home. Luxury homes for sale in Walnut Creek generally fall somewhere between $1.5 and $2.5 million, although every now and then you might see a home listed that exceeds $3 million.
Homes in Walnut Creek, California come in a variety of styles and prices. Established Walnut Creek neighborhoods, including Joaquin Ranch, Estates of Walnut Creek, and Lakewood are beautifully landscaped and quiet. Newer subdivisions in the Northgate area, including Rancho Paraiso, feature large, high-quality homes, many on large lots with expansive views. For the house-hunter looking for a condominium or townhouse, Beacon Ridge and California Gardens offer interesting possibilities. Additionally, Walnut Creek also has its fair share of Joseph Eichler homes that were built in the 1950's, which tend to be some of the more highly sought-after properties in the entire Bay Area. These sleek contemporary homes share the neighborhood of Rancho San Miguel with traditional ranch-style homes built by Jordan & Reed. Rancho San Miguel has a definite mid-century vibe, similar to the Eichler neighborhoods in Marin's Lucas Valley or the Diamond Heights area of San Francisco.
Walnut Creek is a picturesque city in Contra Costa County that sits just 16 miles east of Oakland. Easy accessibility to the BART and a close proximity to Interstate 680 and State Route 24 helps make the Walnut Creek community a great spot for anyone who commutes into Oakland or San Francisco on a regular basis, and the city's lively downtown also features a plethora of historic buildings, plenty of shopping and dining, and an overall pleasant vibe that's hard to ignore if you're looking for a desirable East Bay community to call home. With 5 elementary schools and one middle school situated within the city limits, it's also a fabulous place to consider for anyone who has young children.
Tucked into a valley at the base of Mt. Diablo, Walnut Creek CA is a city that blends the best of all worlds. Surrounded by open spaces and trails for hiking and biking, Walnut Creek manages to maintain a relaxed, rural feel; while upscale shopping, fine restaurants, golf courses, and swim clubs give the city a cosmopolitan flair.
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