$964,108Average Value$435Average Price per Sq Ft1Home For Sale
Secluded master-planned community in the East Bay city of Richmond
Carriage Hills is a contemporary master-planned community surrounded by the rural terrain of western Contra Costa County. Located in Richmond, this relaxed neighborhood offers quiet suburban living directly north of Oakland on the outskirts of the East Bay. “Carriage Hills is a pretty big development where you will find pretty big houses. It’s also just a very nice area that’s right in the Sobrante Ridge, so you have access to all of these natural spaces around you,” says Joe Reichert, a local Realtor for 17 years with Keller Williams Realty and lifelong Bay Area resident. “Just like El Sobrante Hills to the west, it can feel a little rural, but it’s also a great location for backroads. These make it much easier to get around to other East Bay communities, so that’s a big appeal.” Plus, Carriage Hills has a 1 out of 10 crime score from the CAP Index, which is lower than the national average of 4.
Castro Ranch Road is the main thoroughfare for the Carriage Hills neighborhood.
Their abuse of California Golden Hills throughout the Carriage Hills neighborhood.
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Multi-level custom homes and multiple subdivisions
The neighborhood’s well-maintained streetscapes feature primarily spacious multi-level custom homes built in the late 1980s. These homes primarily display contemporary designs, often with Mediterranean accents. Private driveways, quaint front yards and ample garage spaces populate this subdivision-style development, comprising Carriage Hills North, Carriage Hills South and Castro Heights. Each subdivision community in Carriage Hills has its own homeowners’ association, and monthly fees range from the low $100s to the high $300s. Custom landscaping is also common, and the homes have spacious backyards. Three-car garages are an important feature, given that the neighborhood is almost entirely residential and driving is required to access shops, eateries and other everyday needs. Most homes have four bedrooms, although there is a cluster of three-bedroom options, and the houses average more than 2,200 square feet of interior space. Home prices typically range from $900,000 to $1.1 million.
Most of the homes in the Carriage Hills neighborhood have stunning gardens out front.
A classic suburban role of homes that sold in the Carriage Hills neighborhood.
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Public schools with special academy programs
Students may attend Olinda Elementary School, which gets a B rating from Niche, followed by the C-rated Betty Reid Soskin Middle School. The B-minus-rated De Anza Senior High School offers academy programs in information technology, law and health.
Crespi Junior High School offers excellent education to children.
De Anza High School in May Valley, Richmond CA
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Extensive recreational opportunities at the Sobrante Ridge
Carriage Hills is surrounded by the expansive Sobrante Ridge, a northern California topographical feature that is home to a regional preserve. The Sobrante Ridge Botanic Regional Preserve covers over 200 acres of native habitat and is a popular spot for hiking, biking and dog walking. It features 2-plus miles of trails that lead to scenic ridgetop vistas. Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area, located less than 2 miles south of the neighborhood, offers similar outdoor amenities with even more nature trails. The San Pablo Reservoir Recreation Area is next to this, with boating, fishing, kayaking and picnicking opportunities.
Lamoine Park is located in El Sobrante.
Enjoy a sunny day in Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area.
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Shopping and dining in neighboring communities
Local restaurants and shops are found further outside of the neighborhood. For those living on the south side of Carriage Hills, San Pablo Dam Boulevard provides access to a Raley’s grocery store about 5 miles away in San Pablo. For those on the north side, the Pinole Valley Shopping Center is roughly the same distance away. It can be accessed via Pinole Valley Road and features a Trader Joe’s, Sprouts Farmers Market and several coffee shops, including Peet’s Coffee. It also has many fast-casual chain eateries, like MOD Pizza and Five Guys. Across the road from this are a few local dining spots, including the highly rated Thai Spice restaurant. The Pinole Vista Shopping Center is about 6 miles north and features a few more local eateries, including Noah’s NY Bagels and Pho Craze for Vietnamese food.
Pastry Paradise at Maria’s Gourmet Pastries, there are sweets for every craving in Richmond.
Breakfast Bliss at Cafe Soleil is where you start your day right in Richmond's Carriage Hills.
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Nearby Interstate 80 access
Interstate 80 is about 7 miles west of Carriage Hills and leads directly to Berkeley and Oakland. This main highway provides quick access to I-580, which crosses the northern portion of San Francisco Bay. From there, it leads across the bay into San Francisco. The Richmond BART Station is about 9 miles west for light rail travel, while the San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport is 25 miles south for domestic and international flights.
The Carriage Hills neighborhood is a suburban Paradise.
City Connectivity with Multiple Bus Routes to get around with ease in Richmond.
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Community gatherings and festivals in downtown Richmond
Residents can enjoy many smaller and large-scale community events in downtown Richmond, about 9 miles west. One of the most highly attended events is the city’s Holiday Arts Festival, which takes place in December and features various artisan vendors, live music and local food. Other annual downtown events include a summer concert series, a fall festival and a community Easter egg hunt.
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Parks in this Area
Pinole Valley Park
Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Lamoine Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Refugio Valley Park
Woodfield Park
Hercules Parks & Recreation
Sobrante Ridge Regional Preserve
Transit
Airport
Metro Oakland International
40 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Carriage Hills
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
On average, homes in Carriage Hills, Richmond sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Carriage Hills, Richmond over the last 12 months is $935,700, down 4% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
The home is located in the Tranquil Countryside of El Sobrante in the residential community of Carriage Hills South. This awesome home has that classic early 2000’s architecture, is one level bungalow style floorplan and boasts 2498 square feet with 4 specious bedrooms, 2 full baths, a 620 square foot THREE car garage for vehicles and extra storage and sits on almost half an acre (17,567 sq. ft).
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
1,769
Median Age
51
Population Density
6 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.9%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
30.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$159,068
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$181,450
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.3%
College Graduates
46.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
23.8%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
59.7%
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®
10/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
10/ 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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