Why Live in Burton Valley
Burton Valley in Lafayette is a neighborhood characterized by its midcentury ranch-style homes and Cape Cods, set along quiet, tree-lined streets with spacious, well-manicured lots. Custom mailboxes and festive home decorations add to the community's charm. The area features numerous outdoor amenities, including a tennis club, swim club, community center, and Lafayette Community Park, which hosts Lafayette Little League and offers facilities for soccer and hockey. The park's serene setting is enhanced by Las Trampas Creek, and the nearby Lafayette-Moraga Regional Trail, an almost 8-mile rail-trail, is popular for walking, cycling, and horseback riding. Downtown Lafayette, just 2 miles away, provides a variety of dining options, including Postino, and a full-service Whole Foods. The area is well-connected via California State Road 24, offering a direct route to Oakland, less than 15 miles away, and the Lafayette BART station for commuter train access. The San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport is approximately 20 miles away. Burton Valley Elementary, Stanley Middle School, and Acalanes High are highly rated schools serving the community, with the high school offering advanced placement and career technical courses. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, making it a practical choice for families.
Home Trends in Burton Valley, CA
On average, homes in Burton Valley, Lafayette sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Burton Valley, Lafayette over the last 12 months is $2,150,000, up 12% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$2,150,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$2,100,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$925
Number of Homes for Sale
11
Last 12 months Home Sales
43
Median List Price
$2,095,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%