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Alamo is an unincorporated community within the Danville area that features higher priced homes in a more rural setting than Danville or San Ramon. With a population of over 12,000 and growing, the real estate market in Alamo and the surrounding areas is characterized by both growth and stability. The area has an increasingly diverse employment base in businesses such as transportation, communication and finance. Public schools rank among the best in the state as there is a strong emphasis on quality education in the area. There are also excellent private and parochial schools. These as well as many other qualities and amenities make Alamo a wonderful community in which to live.
The schools are in the San Ramon Valley Unified School District
Population: 6,199 Affluent village with condos and custom homes near Danville. There are 18-hole golf courses, 20 lighted tennis courts, a 25 acre sports complex, and many clubs and social activities- Blackhawk Plaza, a museum, shops, restaurants and supermarkets are all nearby. Security gates surround the residential area. A picturesque location with rolling hills and Mount Diablo in the background.
The schools are in the San Ramon Valley Unified School District .
The Blackhawk Museum is one of the must see attractions in the area.
The Shops at Blackhawk provide local shopping and dining in a beautiful setting.
This is the town in the middle of the San Ramon Valley. It’s a prestigious address that is attracting many new professionals. Downtown Danville is quaint with its old western motif, and offers a full range of shopping facilities. Some older homes and estates are available, but most homes are in the recently constructed housing tract and are fairly expensively priced. Danville presents itself as charming, with a real feeling of the past. A tree lighting ceremony at Christmas, a baseball team that won the 1991 Little League title and many fine restaurants (including Bridges, the restaurant seen in the movie Ms. Doubtfire) and shops make Danville a very desired little community. City of Danville CA
The schools are in the San Ramon Valley Unified School District .
Diablo lies in the Mount Diablo foothills to the east of Danville. Formerly a summer and weekend getaway, Diablo features country club living for the luxury minded, executive class who commute to offices in the Surrounding area. Diablo was a sporting farm at the turn of the century, complete with race track and casino. With extensive renovation the Clubhouse became the Diablo Country Club, which offers swimming, tennis and an 18-hole golf course.
It was 1834 when Dublin started as a community, it was known as Amador's Ranch because Jose Marie Amador built his ranch and buildings on the corner of Dublin Blvd. and San Ramon Road next to the Alamilla Springs. It was a community of about 100 people, mainly Indian, which worked in the factory Manufacturing soap, blankets, shoes, and leather goods for ranch use and for trade. The ranch was an 18,000-acre land grant given to Jose Marie Amador for his years of service as a soldier and Administrator of Mission San Jose. The land raised cattle, sheep, and food for the residents. The ranch was very prosperous until gold was discovered in 1849. Ranch workers left for the gold fields and the ranch was neglected. In 1852 Amador began selling his land to Americans who wanted to farm. Michael Murray and Jeremiah Fallon, by way of New York, New Orleans and Mission San Jose, purchased 1,000 acres of what is now Dublin and Stoneridge, built homes and started farming. Dublin's location at the intersection of two major stagecoach routes and later two major freeways has sustained and at times, spurred its growth as a residential and business community from early days. In the 1960's, the San Ramon Village development brought Dublin into the modern era. The '70's and '80's saw continued growth and many new businesses and new housing. Now Dublin is a quaint, yet modern community which has not lost the imprints of it’s western pioneering past, with it’s rich history still quietly displaying it’s self in the traces of store fronts and homes, the quietude of the beautiful landscapes, and the friendly and easygoing manner of the people who work and play in this community. Ever-growing it is still the type of city where education is a priority, where one can get to know one’s neighbors and feel proud of the community leaders. It has a small town feel with all a modern cities conveniences, and luxuries. There are many strong local businesses and opportunities, but Dublin is also a great place to raise a family or find a reprieve from work with it’s many amenities such as 56 acres of developed parkland including 5 neighborhood parks, one community park and community center, a swim center, an outdoor sports complex, a senior center and a heritage center. For those who still want to experience the city life but don’t want to live there, the city of Dublin is convenient to San Francisco, Oakland and San Jose. With major business parks, shopping centers, and golf courses and close to California's oldest wine growing region, the Livermore Valley, this city truly offers something for everyone. Dublin's Southern neighbor, Pleasanton is one stop for the Altamont Comuter Express - ACE Train linking the San Joaquin valley, the East Bay and Silicon Valley with six comuter trains daily. Additional information on this popular and convenient transportation take a look at the ACT train home page.
City of Dublin CA
The schools are in the Dublin Unified School District .
Valley Christian is one one the highly ranked and repected private schools in Dublin.
Fremont, located on the southeast side of the San Francisco Bay, Fremont is a city of over 208,000 people with an area of 92-square miles, making it the fourth most populous city in the Bay Area and California's fifth largest city in area. Fremont is located within Alameda County. With its moderate climate and its proximity to major universities, shopping areas, recreational and cultural activities, employment centers, major airports, and the Bay Area Rapid Transit system, Fremont captures metropolitan living at its best.
The Spanish first settled the Fremont area with the establishment of the Mission San Jose. In the mid-1840's, John C. Fremont mapped a trail through Mission Pass to provide access for American settlers into the southeastern San Francisco Bay Area.
In 1853, Washington Township was established, taking in the communities of Mission San Jose, Centerville, Niles, Irvington, and Warm Springs. On January 23, 1956, these communities incorporated (joined together) to form the City of Fremont.
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Welcome to Lafayette! Quiet residential sophistication meets hometown excitement and a flourishing downtown in one of the San Francisco Bay Area's most desirable communities.
For Living. For Business. For You.
Centrally located amongst the East Bay hills, Lafayette exudes a quiet rural atmosphere. Lush, tree-lined residential areas surround a thriving downtown which includes smaller homes, apartments, BART station, churches, a library, theaters, some of California's top schools, a flourishing retail and commercial business community and the famed Lafayette Reservoir.
Lafayette projects its distinctiveness in many ways: diverse topography, small town atmosphere, access to a variety of recreational activities and established neighborhoods. Throughout the community from downtown districts to hidden valleys, there is an obvious emphasis on preservation of the natural surroundings. There is an emphasis on maintaining a well-balanced distribution of services and products as witnessed in the town's huge variety of shops, restaurants, entertainment venues and specialty stores. There is a tangible emphasis on community as seen in the services, activities and associations that support and define Lafayette's exceptional texture.
For Living. For Business. For you.
If you live or work locally, or in Lafayette itself, you'll find this site to be an invaluable resource for keeping in touch with the myriad activities, events and pastimes that welcome your participation. Here you will find information on your business and personal shopping needs, commercial needs and links to useful data.
If you're new to our community, welcome. This site will serve as an introduction for you and provide a wealth of information to explore. But keep in mind, the only true way to know and appreciate the uniqueness that is Lafayette is to see it for yourself. We look forward to welcoming you personally.
City of Lafayette CA
The elementry schools are in the Mt. Diablo Unified School District and the high schools in the Acalanes Union High School District .
If you're planning a move to Livermore, we're ready to welcome you! Livermore is a healthy, vibrant city with great opportunitIf you're planning a move to Livermore, we're ready to welcome you! Livermore is a healthy, vibrant city with great opportunities for you, especially if you plan to be part of our growing commercial community. Livermore, incorporated in 1876, is the oldest city in the Livermore Valley. William Mendenhall is credited as the city's founder. He helped spur the opening of the railroad through town in 1869 which transformed the area into an agricultural center. The prosperous city had an extensive mercantile and wine industry in the late 19th century. This scenic ranching community took on a dual personality when a surplus naval base was transformed into the internationally renown Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in 1952. The city welcomed Sandia National Laboratory in 1956. These labs helped swell the city's population from 4,000 residents in 1950 to 40,000 in 1970. Livermore's population is expected to reach 77,000 this year. Plans that could extend Livermore's borders north of Interstate 580 could add another 30,000 people. Livermore is one stop for the Altamont Comuter Express - ACE Train linking the San Joaquin valley, the East Bay and Silicon Valley with six comuter trains daily. Additional information on this popular and convenient transportation take a look at the ACT train home page.
Livermore vineyards, such as Wente Vineyards and Concannon Vineyards, have graced the valley since 1849. In 1984, Livermore's microclimate was deemed perfect for growing varietals like Sauvingnon Blanc, Semillion and Cabernet grapes. The South Livermore Valley Area Plan, adopted by Alameda County in February 1993, intends to promote viticulture in the 14,000 acres southeast of Pleasanton, one of our neighboring cities. Livermore adopted an economic development program in 1992 and is actively pursuing the expansion of Livermore's industrial and commercial base. In the past few years, Livermore has seen significant retail activity, especially along Interstate 580. Target, WalMart, Costo Wholesale Wharehouse, Mervyn's and Ross all have claimed a spot in the city's economy. Livermore offers a variety of community events including the Livermore Pro Rodeo, Harvest Wine Festival, Days of Wine and Honey, Old-fashioned Fourth of July Celebration with fireworks, and Fitness Day. Livermore's weather is warmer and dryer than the shore cities of Alameda County, but not as hot as the Central Valley which is separated from Livermore by the Diablo Range. Livermore occasionally traps some of the smog that blows around the Bay Area, but air quality in the region has been improving. Temperatures can get to the high 90s and 100s in the summer months, but it is a dry heat. Crime in Livermore is on the low side of the suburban average. Livermore's location in the east San Francisco Bay area gives us some of the finest weather to be found anywhere. We have less fog than the coast, milder temperatures than the Central Valley, and fewer rainy days than just about anywhere around the Bay. We're close enough to the Silicon Valley for commuters, yet far enough away to remain an affordable place to live. Livermore is one stop for the Altamont Comuter Express - ACE Train linking the San Joaquin valley, the East Bay and Silicon Valley with six comuter trains daily. Additional information on this popular and convenient transportation take a look at the ACT train home page.
City of Livermore CA
The schools are in the Livermore Valley Joint Unified School District .
Martinez is located at the foot of lush green rolling hills and olive groves on the banks of the Carquinez Straits, about 35 miles northeast of San Francisco. Rich in history and beautifully situated on the waterfront, Martinez maintains its small town charm while supporting a strong business community. Martinez houses a wide range of commercial, industrial, health care and high-tech employers as well as numerous neighborhood shopping centers and a historic downtown shopping district. At it’s heart, Martinez is a small city of 35,135 where parents raise their children, antique stores fill the downtown, and Joe DiMaggio is a local boy who made good.
City of Martinez CA
The schools are in the Martinez Unified School District .
Located east of Oakland and within 30 minutes of downtown San Francisco, Orinda is situated in southwest Contra Costa County, California. Orinda incorporated as a City in 1985, after more than 100 years of gradual development. Arguably the most beautiful city in Contra Costa County, Orinda is the proud host of the California Shakespeare Festival, and celebrated its ten-year anniversary over the 1995 July Fourth weekend.
The City of Orinda is a family-oriented community which offers its 17,000 residents a serene setting in contrast to the more urban existence of the surrounding area. The tree-studded hillsides of the 12.8 square-mile City contribute to Orinda's aesthetic beauty. Natural beauty, excellent schools, safety, history, culture, serenity and its proximity to major San Francisco Bay locations and activities make Orinda a delightful place in which to live, visit, and shop. City of Orinda CA
The elementry schools are in the Orinda Union School District and the high schools in the Acalanes Union High School District .
Pleasanton, is located in the eastern portion of the San Francisco Bay Area. Its geographic location has been one of the major factors in shaping its past and will continue to shape its future. Pleasanton has a deep agricultural heritage due to its being blessed with rich soil, it became the agricultural center for the Amador Valley and home to the oldest horse racing track in the nation. Even today, famous horses from around the country continue to be sent here to showcase their speed because of the excellent soil and facilities. The hops grown here were sought by many of the largest beer producers in the United States and Europe, making Pleasanton internationally famous. After being chosen as the background for the movie, "Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm", starring Mary Pickford, the town served as the location for many films because of its historic downtown and rural flavor. Pleasanton's rural character was maintained through the late 1950's while other cities in the Bay Area grew rapidly, often routinely bulldozing blocks of historic buildings in the name of "prngress." It was only a matter of time until developers made their move on Pleasanton and the 1960s and '70s brought drastic increases in both its boundaries and population. Located at the intersection of I-580/I680, Pleasanton became a magnet for retail/commercial developers. Several business parks were constructed including Hacienda, which is the largest in northern California. Jobs multiplied rapidly. By the mid 80s, Pleasanton was the third fastest growing city in California based on economic indicators. Pleasanton is one stop for the Altamont Comuter Express - ACE Train linking the San Joaquin valley, the East Bay and Silicon Valley with six comuter trains daily. Additional information on this popular and convenient transportation take a look at the ACT train home page. Through the great efforts of its citizens and municipal programs, the historic downtown is once again buzzing with activity around new restaurants and retail businesses that have moved back to Main Street. Revenues from its commercial and retail centers have helped the City fund many of the essential recreational and cultural services that set Pleasanton apart from other towns of like size in the Bay Area. Pleasanton manages to preserve its "turn of the century" flavor while promoting the growth and progress necessary for the economic health of the community. Pleasanton now has the largest active sports park in northern California, a public swimming complex with three pools, a regional park with facilities for boating, fishing and swimming, a City-owned theater for live performances, state-of-the-art basketball facilities built by the joint efforts of the City and School District at both middle schools, vast open space parks connected throughout with miles of trail for horseback riding, walking, or bicycling . . . and even a skateboard park. The highly ranked Pleasanton Unified School District provides elementary, intermediate and high school education to the community. Achievement test scores consistently rank in the top percentiles among California schools.
Pleasanton Unified School District Test Results
Pleasanton Unified School District Info As Pleasanton moves into the new millineum, it remains a welcoming family town and continues to emerge as a major job center with many corporate businesses moving their headquarters here, Over 3,000 businesses and industries employing over 32,000 people
City of Pleasanton
Pleasanton Police Department
The schools are in the Pleasanton Unified School District .
Population: 35,030 San Ramon is located in the heart of the San Ramon Valley, about 20 miles east of Oakland. It is a newly developed area far commuters from the city who prefer suburban living. Prices are in the moderate to high ranges. Bishop Ranch, the new industrial park area, is anchored by Chevron and Pacific Bell. The Market Place is a new and inviting shopping center, offering a variety of shops and services. The new Marriott Hotel in Bishop Ranch sits below the recently opened San Ramon Regional Medial Center up on the hill. Golf lovers can enjoy the public golf course at San Ramon Royal Vista Golf and Country Club, and members of Canyon Lakes and Crow Canyon County Clubs are welcome to take full advantage of the facilities there.
City of San Ramon CA
The schools are in the San Ramon Valley Unified School District .
The town of Sunol, located approximately 40 miles southeast of San Francisco, California has a population of about 1,500 people. Most of these live on Kilkare Road, which winds north up Kilkare Canyon along Sinbad Creek. It is a beautiful unincorporated rural area complete with its own post office, the Sunol Glen School, the historic Niles Canyon Railway, a cafe, a general store, an antique store, a saloon, the Little Brown Church and a winery. The Pleasanton Ridge forms a line of hills above Sunol to the northeast. These hills include century-old olive groves and are protected as part of the East Bay Regional Park District ridgelands.
City of Sunol CA
The elementry schools are in the Sunol Glen Unified School District and the high school is Foothill High School in the Pleasanton Unified School District .
On Oct. 21, 1914 the original town of Walnut Creek and surrounding area, comprising 500 acres, were incorporated as the eighth city in Contra Costa County. Today Walnut Creek is Contra Costa County's central hub of activity and traffic flow. At the crossroads of major highways 680 and 24, and containing 2 BART (Bay Area Rapid Transit) stations, Walnut Creek is arguably Contra Costa's most urbanized city. Suprisingly, as urbanized as Walnut Creek has become, it hasn't lost its grass-roots feel. The residents are a vocal bunch, constantly wrestling for the magical balance between economic growth and the potential for uncontrolled urban sprawl. It has a charming downtown bustling with shops, markets and restaurants of the quality found in even San Francisco, but without the urban coolness of that larger city. Walnut Creek's residential areas are a throwback to its rural and suburban roots, yet convenient to the bustling downtown, numerous parks public facilities and public transportation that so many suburbs lack these days. With Mount Diablo at its Southeastern corner, many parts of the community boast spectacular views of the mountain in the background. Walnut Creek's school age children are served by schools from 4 different school districts: The Walnut Creek Elementary School District- District Information
District Test Scores
The Acalanes Union High School District- District Information
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The San Ramon Valley Unified School District- District Information
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The Mt. Diablo Unified School District- District Information
District Test Scores
Please note that the Mt. Diablo School District is one of California's largest districts and encompasses 6 other large communities besides Walnut Creek. It is best to check specific school performance in the area in which you are considering rather than district-wide data which may be skewed down by other economically challenged areas within this enormous school district. Click here for more Walnut Creek Area Information
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