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Laid-back living in the East Bay
Downtown Lafayette is the centerpiece of its namesake city, home to a community of around 25,000 east of the Oakland Hills. Elevated eateries, grocery stores and shopping malls fringe upscale enclaves of summer homes and cottages. This charming neighborhood in the hills is a true East Bay getaway. “It’s just the sweetest, cutest downtown. It’s got great restaurants and shopping, but it still has that small-town feel,” says Realtor Erin Martin of Compass Real Estate, a top Lafayette seller. Downtown Lafayette has a resort-like atmosphere that’s becoming increasingly popular as a commuter destination for young professionals seeking laid-back lifestyles outside the confines of bigger Bay Area cities.
Downtown Lafayette is an area with all the conveniences of town and the beauty of nature.
Downtown Lafayette's Mt. Diablo Boulevard is a main thoroughfare for residents.
Downtown Lafayette's La Fiesta Square is full of shops and restaurants.
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Classic and contemporary dining in Downtown Lafayette
Lafayette’s downtown corridor draws people from all over the region who are looking for shopping or a night out. Retail chains mix with local shops like First Mile Cycle Works. Dining options are equally as diverse here, where locals can reserve a table at Reve Bistro, a classic French restaurant known for repeat appearances on Bay Area “best of” lists and in the Michelin Guide. Postino is the go-to for hearty Italian cooking, and The Hideout is a New American favorite. For groceries, Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s and Safeway are convenient, as well as Diablo Foods, a family-owned, independent grocer selling locally sourced, specialty produce.
The Hideout Kitchen in Downtown Lafayette serves seasonal comfort cuisine.
Postino, a farm-to-table Italian restaurant is in an historic building in Downtown Lafayette.
La Châtaigne in Downtown Lafayette is a cute french boulangerie.
Diablo Foods in Downtown Lafayette is a family-owned grocer with locally sourced food for you.
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A-rated schools in Contra Costa County
Public schools in Lafayette are a major attraction for young families who want to relocate to the city. Students can attend Lafayette Elementary School, an A-rated Bay Area institution where students consistently rank among the best in the state in standardized testing. M.H. Stanley Middle School also receives an A rating and is the No. 10 public middle school in Contra Costa County. Kids can finish their studies at A-plus-rated Acalanes High School, which has been recognized as a California Distinguished School for its academic excellence. Over 95% of graduates continue to post-secondary education.
Lafayette Elementary School is a small school with 509 students and 22 teaachers.
The campus of Acalanes High School in Lafayette is settled in a valley between rolling hills.
Inside the Lafayette Library is like an architectural work of art with a modern design.
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Small summer cottages and spacious modern Arts and Crafts
Apartments comprise a large portion of this well-positioned community, built up around the retail-dense areas of town. Quiet corridors with single-family homes stretch away from the downtown strip in Craftsman styles, ranch homes and split-levels dating to the 1950s and 60s. Many have been updated and renovated with modern amenities. “There are lots of summer cottages for people looking to escape the fog of the city,” Martin says. It's common for front yards to have brushy hedges and mature trees. Even farther from downtown, the streets curve and climb upward into the woodsy countryside, accommodating spacious homes on larger lots. Prices can range from $800,000 for a modest condo to more than $1.5 million for a single-family ranch style with hilltop views.
The cute cottages in the Downtown Lafayette area are colorful and well-maintained.
Craftsman-style homes in Downtown Lafayette are the newest addition to the neighborhood.
Further from main street, the homes and lots of Downtown Lafayette become larger and woodsy.
The main homestyle in Downtown Lafayette is ranch houses. Most are updated and modern.
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Fish, hike or paddle at Lafayette Reservoir
Brook Street Park is a daily getaway for many, a compact natural pocket with a playground tucked away beneath leafy tree canopies. Downtown Lafayette locals can also spend an afternoon paddling a canoe at the Lafayette Reservoir, a forested recreational area with a fishing pier and trails that twist and turn along the water’s edge. The mountainous nature preserves at Briones Regional Park are minutes away, where hikers take on the bristly, brush-laden valleys and steep, grassy hilltops that tower above the horizon.
Students at Lafayette Elementary School love the new play structures in the play area.
The Lafayette Reservoir is a popular spot for residents to get in a great hike.
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Home of the largest art and wine festival in the Lamorinda
The Art and Wine Festival is one of Downtown Lafayette’s top annual events, 27 years running. It’s the largest outdoor festival in the greater Lamorinda area, featuring hundreds of art vendors, four stages for live music and lots of local provisions. Downtown Lafayette is also home to the Lafayette Library, where locals visit for events like the popular Craft Buffet or check out the current exhibition at the public art gallery.
Hop on the BART
“It has the walkability people like about city life,” Martin says. Many locals travel to and from social gatherings and days at the office on foot or bike, with the help of Downtown Lafayette’s sidewalk-lined streets and biking infrastructure on the main roads. City buses make frequent stops along Mt. Diablo Boulevard, and commuters can also catch the BART train at Lafayette Station, to just about anywhere in the region, from San Francisco to San Jose. Route 24 is also nearby, which runs through the Caldecott Tunnel, beneath the Oakland Hills and straight into Oakland.
Lafayette BART station is next to downtown and in walking distance form many of the homes.
Downtown Lafayette is served by the County Connection bus line.
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Parks in this Area
Tice Valley Park
Brook Street Park
Lafayette Ridge Staging Area
Leigh Creekside Park
Lafayette Reservoir Playground
Lafayette Community Park
Transit
Airport
Metro Oakland International
29 min drive
Subway
Lafayette Station
Bus
Moraga Rd And O'conner Dr
Bus
Mt Diablo Blvd And Moraga Rd
Bus
Moraga Rd And Mt Diablo Blvd
Bus
Lafayette
Bus
Moraga Rd And Brook St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Downtown Lafayette
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
7
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Lafayette, Lafayette sell after 10 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Downtown Lafayette, Lafayette over the last 12 months is $1,661,428, up 44% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Tucked away in a quiet, wooded enclave of just four residences, this sun-drenched Lafayette townhome offers the perfect blend of style, comfort, and unbeatable convenience. Surrounded by majestic redwoods, the serene setting feels like Tahoe, yet it’s just a short stroll to the heart of downtown—with shops, top-rated restaurants, parks, and award-winning schools and BART all within walking
Discover Blue Oak, a collection of 20 exclusive residences designed for those seeking refined living in an exceptional location. Nestled in the heart of downtown Lafayette, this luxurious condominium community offers an unparalleled blend of elegance and urban convenience. Each home is thoughtfully crafted with sophisticated and elegant interiors that set a new benchmark of luxury condominium
Discover Blue Oak, a collection of 20 exclusive residences designed for those seeking refined living in an exceptional location. Nestled in the heart of downtown Lafayette, this luxurious condominium community offers an unparalleled blend of elegance and urban convenience. Each home is thoughtfully crafted with sophisticated and elegant interiors that set a new benchmark of luxury condominium
Discover Blue Oak, a collection of 20 exclusive residences designed for those seeking refined living in an exceptional location. Nestled in the heart of downtown Lafayette, this luxurious condominium community offers an unparalleled blend of elegance and urban convenience. Each home is thoughtfully crafted with sophisticated and elegant interiors that set a new benchmark of luxury condominium
Town Center Apartments is located in Downtown Lafayette and host to the only creekside walking trail that takes you directly to Lafayette BART. We offer spacious one- and two-bedroom homes with 9-ft. ceilings and a full-size washer & dryer in every unit. Our community also offers a social room, fitness center, and BBQ area, as well as garage parking and elevators to all levels. We are located
Spacious one, two, and three-bedroom apartment homes surrounded by mature oak trees along a beautiful year-round creek. Each unit features a private balcony or patio and in-home laundry. We are located just steps from Downtown Lafayette with an abundance of shopping and dining options in addition to Trader Joe's, Whole Foods, and Safeway. Enjoy a stress-free commute with Lafayette BART station
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
2,804
Median Age
41
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$120,384
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$166,344
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.9%
College Graduates
79.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
42.2%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
69.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
17''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
63/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
96/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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