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Suburban community in Pinole near San Pablo Bay
Situated in the rolling hills of Contra Costa County, Pinole Valley, California has a rich history that dates to its indigenous origins. The city’s name, Pinole, is derived from a native grain fed to the Spanish explorers by the Lisjan people when they ran out of food. In honor and thanks for their support, they later named the town after the grain, which ensured their survival. Today, this vibrant neighborhood is known for its convenience and nearby views of the breathtaking San Pablo Bay. “Pinole Valley is beautiful all around, filled with rolling hills and trees. Everywhere you look, it’s green,” says Gary Torretta, Realtor with Security Pacific Real Estate, who was born and raised in Pinole and has been in real estate for over 30 years. “The weather is truly amazing year-round. Since it’s close to the bay, it never gets the severe weather that other areas around here experience.”
Pinole Valley offers a friendly suburban lifestyle.
The entrance sign to Pinole Valley located right by Highway 80.
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Landscaped homes with valley backdrops
The neighborhood’s wide streetscapes feature paved sidewalks scattered with native trees from palms to California bay laurels. Traditional and contemporary ranch-styles, bungalows and traditional designs are the most common homes. Some houses display Spanish accent influences with tan tiled roofs, while many display 2-car garages, fenced-in backyards and manicured landscaping that blends into the backdrop of the lush valley landscape. Smaller one-level homes typically range from $650,000 to $800,000, while larger, two-level homes typically range from $825,000 to $1.36 million. Homes on larger lots or ones further up in the hills tend to be priced at the higher range. Plus, the CAP Index gives Pinole Valley a 2 out of 10 crime score, which is lower than the national average score of 4.
This row of homes demonstrates the steep grade as you go up the hills in Pinole Valley.
Contemporary homes decorate the hills in Pinole Valley.
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Public schools with competitive athletics programs
Students may attend Ellerhorst Elementary School, which gets a C-plus rating from Niche and serves kindergarten through sixth grade or Stewart Elementary School, rated C, which serves K-8. The B-rated Pinole Valley High School was recently rebuilt and offers extensive AP courses. “We also have top-notch facilities. The city just rebuilt the high school and spent thousands, even installing solar panels,” Toretta says. Also known for its competitive athletics program, the school’s Spartan football team won the 2022 Division 7-AA California State Championship, earning their first state title in history.
Ellehorst Elementary School has large grounds which offer a garden, basketball and playground.
Pinole Middle School offers high quality education in Pinole Valley.
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Neighborhood parks with trails and nearby coastal sites
The neighborhood’s Pinole Valley Park features open field spaces, hiking trails, a dog park and a playground. The site also includes multiple athletic courts and a popular outdoor skatepark. Directly to the west of the park is the public Pinole Valley Swimming Pool, which is open in the spring and summer. South of this is Amber Swartz Park, with a playground, picnic tables and a small pond where locals can fish. Front Park is three miles away, with paved walking and biking trails that look out to San Pablo Bay and the Golden Gate Bridge. The oak tree-studded Pinole Valley Watershed and Sobrante Ridge Regional Park are just south of the neighborhood, both providing scenic hiking trails leading to beautiful vistas along rolling hills.
views of the beautiful coast are only a five minute drive from Pinole Valley.
Bay Front Park is the perfect place to roller blade in Pinole Valley.
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Nearby local dining and the Pinole Valley Shopping Center
Shopping and dining opportunities are located just outside of the neighborhood. The Pinole Valley Shopping Center is a mile north, with a Trader Joe’s for groceries and a few eateries, including Nick the Greek, known for its souvlaki and gyros. Next door is Peet’s Coffee and the highly rated Thai Spice restaurant, which offers many curry specialties. Pinole Vista Crossing is three miles west along Pinole Valley Road, with big box stores like Target, HomeGoods and FoodMaxx. It’s also home to fitness centers, small retailers and eateries such as the Cheese Steak Shop, which serves classic cheesesteaks made with traditional ingredients imported from Philadelphia.
Locals love Mod Pizza in Pinole Valley.
MOD pizza's are delicious and have a fun ambiance inside the restaurant.
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Annual community events in Downtown Pinole
Downtown Pinole is a few miles away and hosts community events throughout the year. These include the popular annual Pinole Holiday Tree Lighting at Fernandez Park. The event features numerous children’s activities, such as face painting and crafts, plus photo-ops with Santa and Mrs. Clause. Downtown also hosts a free annual summer concert series with performances by local artists and bands and a Spring community egg hunt each March.
Multiple public bus stops and near Interstate 80
Interstate 80 is conveniently located about a mile north, making it easy to get around and outside the city. The WestCAT bus system provides multiple public bus stops around the neighborhood. The San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport is about 25 miles away for domestic and international flights.
The West Cat bus runs throughout all of Pinole Valley.
Estate Ave will take you to many of the main destinations in Pinole Valley.
GreatSchools:
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Parks in this Area
Duck Pond Park
Pinole Valley Park
Lamoine Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Refugio Valley Park
Fernandez Park
Hercules Parks & Recreation
Transit
Airport
Metro Oakland International
40 min drive
Bus
Simas Ave And Estates Ave
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Pinole Valley Rd And Ramona St
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Doidge Ave And Wright Ave
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Ellerhorst School
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Marcus Ct And Doidge Ave
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Wright Ave And Doidge Ave
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Turquiose Dr & Reservoir
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Pinole Valley
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Pinole Valley, Pinole sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Pinole Valley, Pinole over the last 12 months is $793,716, consistent with the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,929
Median Age
48
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.1%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.8%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$126,800
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$157,454
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.5%
College Graduates
35.3%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.1%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.5%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
24''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
73°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
2/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
5/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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