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East Bay living in The Annex
Richmond Annex, or “The Annex,” is a suburban community nestled along the shores of East Bay with accessible housing and residents looking to stay. “It’s a very stable neighborhood with many longtime residents,” says Jimmy Reina, Realtor with Red Oak Realty and resident of over 30 years. “I consider it one of the best-kept secrets in the Bay Area.” Two interstates converge in Richmond Annex, granting commuters easy access to the downtown urban centers of Oakland and San Francisco. With area parks and a connection to the San Francisco Bay Trail, Richmond Annex is an accessible way into East Bay.
580 and I-80 carve their way through Richmond Annex.
Richmond Annex from a bird's eye view.
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Classic mid-century bungalows
Prospective homebuyers will find classic mid-century bungalows on hilly, sidewalk-lined streets. Many front lawns have manicured landscaping, and houses often contain one or two-car garages. While bungalows may be the predominant style, Cedar-line craftsman houses, and colorful California ranchers can also be found scattered throughout. The neighborhood has numerous multifamily options, from condos and duplexes to the EAH Housing community at Crescent Park. Smaller, two-bedroom houses start at $600,000, while larger residences with scenic views of the bay can top $1 million. The market is competitive, and houses sell faster than the national average.
Community charm encapsulated in Richmond Annex homes.
Every home tells a story in Richmond Annex.
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Pacific East Mall and multiple area grocers
Residents can find shopping and dining centers on San Pablo Avenue, including the Pacific East Mall, which offers Pan-Asian dining, retail, and grocery options. Locals head to Los Moles Restaurant for authentic Mexican food with a modern twist or Windchaser wine to sample the winery's varied array of Pinot Noirs and Chardonnays. Richmond Annex residents are close to multiple grocery options, including Costco Wholesale, 99 Ranch Market, and the El Cerrito Natural Grocery Company. One of the oldest businesses in Richmond Annex, Down Home Music Store first opened its doors in 1976 and has actively preserved an eclectic mix of artists and music styles through its giant inventory of vinyl records and CDs. The Richmond Korean Baptist Church serves the area.
The Pacific East Mall, near Richmond Annex, is full of Asian-inspired restaurants and stores.
99 Ranch Market is an Asian grocery store in Richmond Annex.
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Farmer's markets and music festivals
Residents can head to the El Cerrito Farmers Market every Tuesday and Saturday for fresh produce, artisanal goods, and baked bread. The city of Richmond hosts year-round events for all to enjoy. The Point Richmond music festival runs multiple times throughout the summer and offers live bands, art exhibits, and dancing in the street.
Richmond Annex residents enjoy a sunny day at the El Cerrito farmers market.
Richmond Annex neighbors enjoy delicious strawberries from the El Cerrito farmers market.
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Media studies at El Cerrito High School
Younger students may attend Fairmont Elementary School and Korematsu Middle School, with both receiving a B-minus grade from Niche. Older students may attend El Cerrito High School, which received a B-plus grade from Niche and offers special academies focusing on information technology and media studies. The school has many notable alums, including John Fogerty of the band Creedence Clearwater Revival. Parents looking for a private school option may consider Salesian College Preparatory, which received an A-plus rating on Niche.
El Cerrito High School offers spacious and safe grounds for students in El Cerrito.
Fred T. Korematsu Middle School offers excellent education programs in El Cerrito.
Fairmont Elementary School in El Cerrito is K- 6 and has 520 students.
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Point Isabel Regional Shoreline
Point Isabel Regional Shoreline provides Richmond Annex with outdoor recreation and scenic views of the Golden Gate Bridge. Dogs can roam free as the adjacent dog park does not require a leash, and other recreation opportunities include kayaking and fishing. The San Francisco Bay trail connects to the park, and hikers can access the 500 miles of trailway, which loops throughout the entire bay area. Sports enthusiasts can head to Booker T. Anderson Jr. Park to compete on the baseball diamonds and tennis and basketball courts. The park also has barbecue grills and a lawn area, making for a great picnic spot. For those who aren’t afraid of heights, Bridges Rock Gym has multiple indoor rock-climbing walls to scale and explore.
Point Isabel has popular walking paths.
Dogs can roam free at a dog park adjacent to Point Isabel.
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Multiple routes into the city
Although Richmond Annex is across the bay from San Francisco, residents can access the downtown areas through varying transportation routes. Seafarers can head to the Richmond Ferry terminal for daily trips across the bay. Interstates 580 and 80 run through the neighborhood, putting commuters within 10 miles of Oakland. Richmond Annex has multiple bus stops scattered throughout, and the BART train line can be accessed by the El Cerrito Plaza Train Station nearby. Oakland International Airport is under 20 miles away for those looking to travel.
Welcome to Richmond Annex.
Setting sail from Richmond Ferry Gateway to the Bay.
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Crime and Safety
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Richmond Annex
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
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4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
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4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Richmond Annex Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Richmond Annex, Richmond sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Richmond Annex, Richmond over the last 12 months is $768,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Cherry Blossom Row, City Ventures' all-electric, solar-powered townhome neighborhood in Richmond Annex! Lot 27. This home features 3 bedrooms and direct access two car garage, recessed LED lighting, solar panel system and more. Photos are of the model home for reference and not the actual home for sale. [Parkside at Cherry Blossom Row][Plan 3]
Beautiful 3-story Model Home offering 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, approximately 1,710 sq. ft., and a 2-car garage. This professionally designed home includes preselected upgraded finishes throughout, all thoughtfully incorporated into the current asking price. The home is currently being utilized as the City Ventures sales office. [Parkside at Cherry Blossom Row][Plan 2]
Welcome to this charming 4-bedroom, 2-bath home located in the highly desirable Richmond Annex neighborhood. Ideally situated for commuters and everyday convenience, this property offers easy access to major freeways, making travel throughout the Bay Area a breeze. Enjoy being just minutes from El Cerrito Plaza, with its wide variety of shopping, dining, and everyday amenities. Numerous retail
Welcome to 1416 Mariposa St, a 3 bedroom 2.5 bath with unpermitted bonus room and multiple decks. With recent updating in kitchen, fresh coat of paint, and luxury vinyl plank thru out entire home, this is a perfect home for family or investor to add their design finishes to bring this diamond in the rough back to glory. Situated in a quiet neighborhood with close proximity to BART, freeways,
Welcome to one of the best investment opportunities on the market! This quality four-plex features, you've guessed it, FOUR outstanding one-bed, one-bath units, each with its own gas and electric meters. Located down the street from El Cerrito City Hall, this property sits at a prime, yet quiet location, with easy access to shops, restaurants, freeways, and public transportation...an excellent
Cherry Blossom Row, City Ventures' all-electric, solar-powered townhome neighborhood in Richmond Annex! Lot 28. This home features 3 bedrooms and direct access two car garage, recessed LED lighting, solar panel system and more. Photos are of the model home for reference and not the actual home for sale. [Parkside at Cherry Blossom Row][Plan 4]
Cherry Blossom Row, City Ventures' all-electric, solar-powered townhome neighborhood in Richmond Annex! Lot 55. This BMR home features 3 bedrooms and direct access two car garage, recessed LED lighting, solar panel system and more.
Bright and spacious single-family home for lease in a desirable Richmond location. This 4 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom home offers approximately 1,425 square feet of comfortable living space with an abundance of natural light throughout. The interior feels warm and inviting, with large windows bringing in plenty of sunshine and creating an airy atmosphere across the living areas and bedrooms. The
This newly built 2-bedroom, 2-bath apartment is on the lower level of the building. The unit has a primary bedroom and primary bathroom with laminate flooring throughout with an additional second bedroom on the opposit side of the unit for privacy, an open floor plan, a living room, a small dining area, a new glass electric cooktop stove with oven, a dishwasher, a refrigerator, and an open
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