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The Vineyards

The Vineyards

Neighborhood in Livermore, California

Alameda County 94550

$2,229,096 Average Value
$621 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

The center of the Tri-Valley's wine country

Though it may look like any other leafy California suburb, the Vineyards in Livermore is the true birthplace of the Tri-Valley region. Livermore’s namesake, Robert Livermore, introduced the first wine grapes to the valley there in the 1840s, inaugurating a winegrowing tradition that won America’s viniculture industry a gold medal at the 1889 Paris Expedition. “Livermore Valley Wine Country is a cherished gem among locals, who frequently take advantage of the region's offerings,” says Jenny O'Leary, the marketing coordinator for Livermore Valley Wine Community. The founding of the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory in 1952 has only expanded the Vineyards’ reputation for innovation. Surrounded by employment options, the Vineyards combines a quiet residential atmosphere with the flavors of chardonnay, pinot and sauvignon.

A neighborhood growing with Livermore's population

As the Livermore National Laboratory employs nearly 9,000 staff and thousands more work in Livermore’s wineries, the Vineyards sprung up to house this growing community of professionals. Much of this neighborhood’s housing stock dates from the 1970s to 1990s, but the Bay Area’s turn-of-the-century suburbanization has led to a proliferation of early-21st-century housing as well. Arts and Crafts residences mix with Colonial Revival and ranch-style homes along the Vineyards’ cottonwood-lined streets. Homes with between 1 and 3 bedrooms range in price from $400,000 to $1.6 million, while those with between 4 and 6 bedrooms vary from $975,000 to $2.5 million.

Livermore High educates budding engineers

Arroyo Seco Elementary School (and its alternative, Jackson Avenue Elementary School), East Avenue Middle School and Livermore High School each receive A-minus ratings from Niche. Supported by the nearby national laboratory, Lawrence High features an innovative Green Engineering Academy, which is a specialized four-year program open to 60 students. The Livermore National Laboratory offers programs fosters students in fields from computing to nuclear science.

Green spaces and trails around every corner

The Vineyards is full of green spaces varying from neighborhood parks to sprawling wineries. Located on the site of a former almond orchard, the 14-acre Almond Avenue Neighborhood Park includes a playground, picnic areas and open fields for sports. The Arroyo Bike Trail links this park with the expansive Sunken Gardens Skate Park and, farther southwest, the sports stadium and multi-use trails at Robertson Park. The Vineyards and Livermore are also home to several golf courses, but the Club at Ruby Hill distinguishes itself as one of Northern California’s longest at 7,400 yards.

Viniculture and dining at Livermore's edge

The Vineyards takes its name from eastern Livermore’s vibrant viniculture scene, and Livermore Avenue is lined with wineries. Over 50 of these establishments host weekly movie nights and live music, the most notable event being the four-day TASTE festival of vineyard tours and tastings. “The Livermore community is exceptionally welcoming, with a strong sense of pride in our city,” O’Leary says. “The collaborative spirit among winemakers reflects this. We attract a diverse crowd to our wineries, from seasoned connoisseurs to newcomers eager to learn about wine.” The Vineyards is also home to a diverse selection of restaurants, including the barbecue joint Emil Villa’s Hickory Pit, the boutique Patisserie by Simone bakery and the Southern Italian-themed Terra Mia fine dining venue. Safeway and Trader Joe's are located along both Interstate 580 and in downtown Livermore.

Highway and train access to San Francisco

The northern edge of the Vineyards runs alongside Interstate 580, which offers an approximately 47-mile journey into San Francisco and a 37-mile drive into downtown Oakland. The Dublin/Pleasanton BART station is 12 miles down the interstate and has a “park and ride” section.

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Transit

Airport

Metro Oakland International

43 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime The Vineyards US
Homicide 1 4
Sexual Assault 1 4
Assault with Weapon 1 4
Robbery 1 4
Burglary 1 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 1 4
Larceny 1 4
Crime Score 1 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$2,350,000
Median Single Family Price
$2,375,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$621
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Months of Supply
2.40
Median List Price
$2,447,000
Median Discount From 1st List Price
3%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
90
Median Year Built
2004
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,948
Significantly above the national average
1,935
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,939

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
294
Median Age
52
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
18%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.5%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$259,091
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$261,640

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
89.2%
College Graduates
56.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
14''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
89°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

45 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

15 / 100
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