$829,333Average Value$627Average Price per Sq Ft5Homes For Sale
Highland scenery and parkside living
East Richmond Heights is so named for its scenic highland location. This residential borough offers comparatively accessible housing prices and sweeping views of far-off mountain ranges, forested canyons and the San Francisco Bay. Minutes outside of central Richmond, this suburban community is at the precipice of the sprawling Wildcat Canyon Regional Park. “You really feel surrounded by nature, but you’re still close to everything,” says Realtor Negar Souza of Red Oak Realty and a top East Richmond Heights seller. “It’s a really nice sense of community, and you get views of either the bay or the canyon.”
East Richmond Heights is built into the hillside of the east bay and has amazing bay views.
Wildcat Canyon is an East Bay Regional Park and borders East Richmond Heights on the east side.
The hilly streets of East Richmond Heights make for great views and fun driving.
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Midcentury homes at accessible prices
East Richmond’s architecture dates to the 1960s and 70s in a hodge podge of split-levels, shed-style styles and ranch homes flanked by brushy plants and fruit-bearing trees. Many feature large living room windows showcasing stunning views of the bay and surrounding hillside. Deeper in the neighborhood, streets climb into the bucolic bluffs of Wildcat Canyon, where homes perch on winding streets in dense woods. Compared to the surrounding areas, home prices are relatively accessible, ranging from around $700,000 for a modest ranch to around $1.5 million for a spacious spot with stylish updates. “Because it’s an unincorporated area in Richmond, there's no city transfer tax, and you still have some of the benefits of nearby cities. In general, you can get a lot more for your money here,” Souza says.
In the East Richmond Heights neighborhood, there are several adorable bungalows in great shape.
There are many ranch style homes in East Richmond Heights and they being renovated.
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Scenic hikes at Wildcat Canyon
One of this east-side neighborhood’s major perks is its proximity to Wildcat Canyon Regional Park, a sprawling 2,800-acre nature preserve where hikers take on winding trails, traipsing through meadowy ridges and valleys. The park is known for its wide variety of local flora, including coast live oak, California bay laurel and eucalyptus forests. Small community natural pockets also scatter across town, including the tiny Mira Vista Park, beside the neighborhood school, or the playground at Tassajara Park.
Wildcat Canyon in East Richmond Heights has about 2700 acres of open space.
Humans and their dogs love walking the many trails in the East Richmond Heights area.
Wildcat Canyon Park has lots of green space for residents of East Richmond Heights.
There are many trails at the top of the East Richmond Heights area for hiking and walking.
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El Cerrito clinches 2023 football championship
Elementary and middle school students living in East Richmond Heights attend the West Contra Costa County Unified School District. Many start at Mira Vista Elementary, a hilltop school overlooking the rolling expanse of the Bay Area, rated C-plus on Niche. Next is Fred T. Korematsu Middle, which carries a B-minus. The district’s designated high school is El Cerrito, a standout Bay Area high school with a B-plus rating from Niche. El Cerrito is known for its powerhouse athletics and won the North Coast Section Division 2 football championship title for the 2023 school year. Buyers interested in exploring alternative education options will also find several private schools within walking distance.
Contra Costa Christian Academy in El Sobrante Hills, El Sobrante CA
El Cerrito High School offers spacious and safe grounds for students in El Cerrito.
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School in Eastshore has a modern new campus.
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Long standing local shops and nearby retail plazas
Arlington Market is convenient for weekly grocery shops, a local favorite that’s been serving the neighborhood since 1955. For everything else, East Richmond Heights locals drive down the hill to the bustling shopping plazas on San Pablo Avenue. There, residents can grab a quick bite at restaurants like the popular El Mono, specializing in Peruvian comfort food, or Gangnam Tofu, known for its brothy bowls of Korean tofu soup.
Arlington Market is in the East Richmond Heights neighborhood and has lots of fresh foods.
East Richmond Heights is lucky to have Arlington Market, the one small grocery in the area.
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Interstate accessibility and public transit options
Downtown Richmond is less than 3 miles away from East Richmond Heights homeowners. Commuters can head to the nearby El Cerrito Del Norte BART station on San Pablo Avenue to quickly get around the Bay Area, or hop on Interstate 80, a major north-to-south connector. From there, it’s about 7 miles to Berkeley, 13 miles to Oakland and 19 miles to San Francisco.
BART is a quick drive down the hill from East Richmond Heights and offers easy commuting.
Buses await residents of East Richmond Heights to catch a ride back up the hill.
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Crime
Crime in East Richmond Heights is notably low, scoring a two out of ten according to CAP Index data.
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Parks in this Area
Canyon Trail Park
Wildcat Canyon Regional Park
Mira Vista Park
Tassajara Park
Poinsett Park
Tiller Park
Transit
Airport
Metro Oakland International
31 min drive
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.710 Reviews
4.0Current Resident
1/30/2018Niche Review
I've lived in East Richmond Heights for my entire life, it's definitely not the best area to live but it's pretty close to San Francisco, Berkeley, and Orinda. Richmond is in the middle of many popular cities like San Francisco and Berkeley, this makes commuting easier- especially because of Bart and bus. In the past Richmond hasn't always been the best place to live or even walk
2.0Niche User
5/17/2014Niche Review
It is difficult to access if you don't have a car.
5.0Current Resident
7/30/2018Niche Review
Excellent neighborhood for families and those that love the outdoors. Wildcat Canyon borders much of the neighborhood and Tilden and Alvarado Parks are easily accessible. Freeway access and El Cerrito del Norte BART stations are close by for those who work in the City. Berkeley is a tranquil 10 minute drive through the hills along Arlington Blvd.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
East Richmond Heights
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Richmond Heights, Richmond sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in East Richmond Heights, Richmond over the last 12 months is $800,969, down 13% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Perched on a peaceful hillside in Richmond View, this stylish home pairs modern updates with classic charm—surrounded by nature from every side & incredible views to match. Completed in 2009, with a smart & savvy floor plan, spanning over 3000 square feet, this home offers you 4 bedrooms & 3.5 bathrooms, including a fabulous primary suite that acts more like a sanctuary with its own fireplace,
Open House Sunday 4/27/25 - 2pm - 4pm. Great Views! This well maintained 3-bedroom, 1 bath home has a living room w/ a big picture window & a cozy brick fireplace. Enjoy relaxing & taking in the Views of the Bay, SF, bridges & mountains. Hardwood floors under the carpet, updated counters in the kitchen & newer tile in the full bathroom. The primary bedroom has a walk-in closet & a bath. Dual
Located in the quiet, family-friendly Arlington neighborhood, this home offers a practical layout with well-used space throughout. The entire second floor is dedicated to a spacious primary suite with a private bathroom and wall-to-wall balcony overlooking the Bay. The room gets excellent natural light and offers beautiful sunrise and sunset views. The backyard is open and versatile—ideal for
Gorgeous, Panoramic Views of the Bay Area! Invite yourself to this classic home in Tewksbury Heights with its unique flair of having its very own pool and pool house! Enjoy three large bedrooms: two with a view, and one with an en-suite and access to the sunroom. Natural light throughout, with large windows to watch the Bay Area shine at night. Kitchen, Hall, and Bathrooms have skylights for
Richmond Height Beautiful House - 5 Bed Rooms and 4 Baths, With Permitted ADU Unit with Separate Entrance, 2 PG&E Meter + Separate Water Heater & Laundries. Each Bedroom and Living Room in both unit have new mini split Air Conditions ( Heating/Cooling system). Partial View, Balcony, Side Deck for Dinner, Beautiful Backyard with Gazebo, Storage and New Turf. Welcome to your own private paradise
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,317
Median Age
48
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$113,732
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$141,527
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.1%
College Graduates
55.8%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
73.7%
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®
20/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
40/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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