Tanglewood Homes for Sale

Tanglewood, a neighborhood in Lafayette, is characterized by its narrow, winding roads that lead into the foothills, featuring custom homes built throughout the 20th and 21st centuries. The densely wooded lots, ranging from half an acre to over two acres, provide privacy and a serene environment. The area is bordered by the 925-acre Lafayette Recreation Area, which includes a 1.4-billion-gallon reservoir, offering activities such as rowing, pedal boating, fishing, and hiking on its 10 miles of trails. The neighborhood is about a mile from Lafayette’s walkable downtown, which is lined with locally owned restaurants, coffee shops, and retailers. Popular spots include the Hideout Kitchen for brunch, Postino for Italian-influenced Californian cuisine, and White Barn Home for farmhouse decor. The family-owned Diablo Foods, along with Safeway, Trader Joe’s, and Whole Foods Market, cater to grocery needs. Tanglewood residents enjoy events like the Lafayette Art and Wine Festival in September and the Rock the Plaza concert series in June. The neighborhood is well-connected, with State Route 24 leading 13 miles west to Oakland and a few miles east to Interstate 680. The Lafayette BART station offers a 17-minute ride to Oakland and a 30-minute ride to San Francisco. The area is served by the highly rated Lafayette School District and Acalanes Union High School District, with schools such as Lafayette Elementary, M.H. Stanley Middle, and Acalanes High. The crime rate in Tanglewood is lower than the national average, contributing to its appeal for long-term residents.