Suburban Neighborhood in Point Richmond, California
Contra Costa County 94801
$585,866Average Value$409Average Price per Sq Ft3Homes For Sale
Industrial area bordered by bays, train tracks and the 580 Freeway
Unincorporated North Richmond rests between San Francisco Bay and the city of San Pablo. Part of the Point Richmond District, this industrial area’s shipyards attracted workers during WWII, and some employees for local petroleum, railway and shipping companies are still here. In fact, a Chevron oil refinery is the area’s largest employer. Even though this company brings jobs to the neighborhood, it also brings environmental concerns. In 2021, a pipe broke, causing 800 gallons of diesel to leak into the bay, and this is just one of a long line of incidents for North Richmond. Fortunately, these events have tied the community together to fight pollution and create safer spaces for children. This diverse area is a portrait of resilience, with organizations like Cooperation Richmond, The Watershed Project and RichmondLAND working to reduce pollution, improve air quality and create affordable housing.
North Richmond is the perfect place for a quite suburban lifestyle.
A train engine rests next to some cargo in North Richmond.
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Nearby shopping centers, restaurants and a sailing goat
Located at the Point San Pablo Harbor, Sailing Goat Restaurant is one of North Richmond’s only restaurants. The local landmark has a large patio for outdoor dining with bay views, and its seafood is often bought from fresh catches in the harbor. Immediately south of the neighborhood, Point Richmond has a variety of eateries. Up & Under Pub and Grill’s brick red exterior is easy to see at the corner of West Richmond Avenue. The tavern specializes in elevated pub grub like lamb burgers and brisket smoked in-house. Raymond’s Pizzeria is a neighborhood hangout with inventive pies named to showcase the place’s sense of humor. In nearby San Pablo, Food Barn, Farmer’s Market and Mi Ranchito Market are just three local grocers. Pinole Vista Crossing and Pinole Vista Shopping Center, both with big box stores and restaurants, are 5 miles away on Fitzgerald Drive.
Mom and Pop Art Shop is a great place to grab a gift.
Raymond's Pizzeria is an excellent place to grab a quick slice of pizza in North Richmond.
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Sports fields, community centers and the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Trail
North Richmond Ball Field is for more than just baseball. The eight-acre park also serves as a soccer field and nature area, with Wildcat Creek Trail running along its southern boundary. Shields-Reid Park and Community Center occupy six acres near the eastern border of North Richmond. The park offers a baseball field, playgrounds and two basketball courts. The community center is home to a food bank, fitness center and children’s summer camps. The 6-mile Richmond-San Rafael Bridge Trail connects to the 500-mile San Francisco Bay Trail. The ten-foot-wide pathway provides incredible views of the San Francisco Bay and a safe way for cyclists and hikers to cross the bridge to Vista Point. Plus, on the west side, there's Point Molate Beach Park for more hikes and relaxation on the Bay.
Point Molate Beach Park in North Richmond over looks the San Francisco Bay and Richmond Bridge.
Enjoy a game of baseball or softball at North Richmond Ballpark.
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A WWII neighborhood with a variety of housing options
North Richmond is mainly industrial, with a residential pocket from Wildcat Creek to Vernon Avenue. The small area is filled with housing from a variety of decades in an assortment of styles. Classic bungalows, new Craftsman-styles and Spanish-inspired homes with stucco walls often have small lawns landscaped with rocks or flowers inside iron or chain-link fences. The community is more affordable than other Bay Area neighborhoods, partially because of pollution issues. There are also subsidized apartments and lots for custom-built homes are still available. “A lot of homes in North Richmond are being remodeled because the city is trying to clean up the neighborhood,” says Steven Lenz Jr., a Realtor with Compass with nearly a decade of experience. Homes sell for a median price of $525,000 after around 30 days. Prices range from $275,000 to $450,000 for a small unrenovated home. New construction, or homes with more bedrooms can range from $470,000 to $925,000.
Newer homes in Northern Richmond are traditional two-story homes.
A teil, two-story hone on the east end of North Richmond.
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After-school programs, student communities and career academies
Children can attend Verde Elementary School, which earned a C-minus rating from Niche, and B-minus Fred T. Korematsu Middle School. Verde Elementary’s after-school program is designed to help students with their math and reading skills and develop critical thinking skills. Korematsu Middle School was named after a civil rights activist and continues to promote community among the students. C-rated Richmond High School operates five career academies, including law, health and engineering.
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School in Eastshore has a modern new campus.
Richmond High School in North & East has an enormous campus.
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Freeways, buses and the Richmond Parkway
North Richmond is primarily bordered by the Richmond Parkway, freight train tracks and San Francisco Bay. This can make the area feel isolated from San Pablo and Point Richmond. However, roadways like Castro Street, Parr Boulevard and Market Avenue connect the industrial neighborhood to nearby cities. The Richmond Parkway connects to the 580 Freeway and Interstate 80. Sidewalks are only found in the residential portion, and limited AC Transit bus lines connect to the Richmond BART & Amtrak station 3 miles away. Multiple trains passing and heavily traveled streets can make the area noisy at odd times. Essential services are close by, with the San Pablo Police Department and the Kaiser Permanente Richmond Medical Center 2 miles away. The community is less than 18 miles from Highland Hospital in Oakland or Contra Costa Regional Medical Center in Martinez. It’s also 21 miles from San Francisco and 22 miles from Oakland International Airport.
Busses can get you where you need to go in North Richmond.
North Richmond is home to a large railway shipping operation.
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Health risks and crime scores
Chevron Richmond Refinery has increased public health risks through chemical spills, emissions and fires. The refinery had explosions in the late 1980s, 1999 and 2012. The 2012 incident sent an estimated 25,000 people to area hospitals in respiratory distress, and the neighborhood now has higher-than-average rates of childhood asthma. The facility tests its warning system during the first week of every month, and the sirens can be heard for miles. A landfill and sewage treatment plant are also part of North Richmond.
Once a high crime area, North Richmond now matches the national average CAP Index Crime Score of 4 out of 10. The most likely crimes are motor vehicle theft and robbery.
Point Pinole Regional Shoreline is a great place to bring your dog in North Richmond.
Point Pinole Regional Shoreline Park is a great place to walk in North Richmond.
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Parks in this Area
North Richmond Ballpark
Atchison Village Park
Miller Knox Regional Shoreline
Bike Trails
Boating
Fishing
Judge George D Carroll Park
Baseball/Softball
Grills
Picnic Area
Hurlbut Tennis & Garden Park
Grills
Picnic Area
Tennis
Holladay Gardens
Botanical Gardens
Transit
Airport
Metro Oakland International
42 min drive
Bus
Fred Jackson Way & Duboce St
Bus
Fred Jackson Way & Market Av
Bus
7th St & Hensley St
Bus
Market Av & 4th St
Bus
Fred Jackson Way & Chesley Av
Bus
Fred Jackson Way & Silver Av
Bus
Market Av & 6th St
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
North Richmond
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Richmond, Point Richmond sell after 37 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in North Richmond, Point Richmond over the last 12 months is $493,050, down 13% from 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 Renters
Demographics
Total Population
6,630
Median Age
35
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$69,769
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$98,420
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
51.7%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
10.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2%
% Population in Labor Force
72%
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®
25/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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