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The Waterfront from TNT to today
In a neighborhood that was once the headquarters of a dynamite manufacturer, The Waterfront has come a long way from its – quite literally – explosive past. Today, it stands as a stylish and contemporary Hercules neighborhood furnished with well-kept homes and local businesses. It’s also located 10 miles north of Berkeley and 25 miles from San Francisco, making it a benefit for commuters heading to the metropolitan Bay Area. And while the neighborhood – and the city of Hercules at large- continues to grow, remnants of its past iterations contribute to its character. For example, the remains of a historic pier at Hercules Point, the westernmost plot of land on the bay. In the 1940s, the tugboat Hercules docked here before setting sail to tow large battleships and cargo. The tugboat is no longer in operation and is now a historic landmark.
The Waterfront in Hercules, California has an accurate name considering its setting.
The Waterfront neighborhood in Hercules is filled with dog lovers.
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Colorful cottages and Victorians clustered near the San Pablo Bay
The neighborhood’s narrow streets are lined with tall pastel-colored cottages, Victorian-style homes and pillared bungalows. Prices range from $793,000 to $1.3 million, depending on how close the property sits to the bay. Of course, with this proximity to the water, views are more plentiful as well, making tri-level homes a particularly hot commodity. “Tri-level homes don’t seem to be popular choices in other areas, but here they sell like hotcakes,” says Lauren Lawson, a Realtor at Golden Gate Sotheby’s, who has sold homes here for several years. “You get the same gorgeous waterfront views as San Francisco for a much lower price, and I think people really enjoy that here. So much so that the homes closer to the waterfront have clear fences to enjoy an unobstructed view of the Bay.” Homes will typically sit on the market for about a month before selling. Plus, The Waterfront scores a 2 out of 10 on the CAP Index Crime Score, which is lower than the national average of 4.
The Waterfront neighborhood has narrow streets and beautiful homes.
The Waterfront is full of homes with classic pastel colors.
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Two school districts serve the Hercules area
The West Contra Costa Unified School District and the John Swett Unified School District serve Hercules. Ohlone Elementary School earns a B-grade from Niche. B-minus-rated Hercules Middle School and B-plus-rated Hercules High School share a campus. The high school offers Pre-Medicine and biotechnology courses and a Fabrication Laboratory for 3D printing classes.
Ohlone Elementary School is in The Waterfront neighborhood of California.
The Waterfront students continue their education at Hercules Middle & High School.
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The Hercules library and other community events
The city of Hercules hosts various seasonal festivities. “Hercules is a community that likes to celebrate and enjoy itself. We have things like our Easter Party, a Fourth of July celebration, Trunk or Treat at Halloween and a Christmas Tree Lighting. We celebrate things like Lunar New Year and MLK Day. We celebrate Unity Day when we all wear orange to promote kindness and anti-bullying. We also work with the Bayfront Chamber of Commerce and organize things like the Cultural Festival down at Refugio Park. The library, parks and rec and the city work well and collaborate together," says Alison Peters, the Hercules library manager, who has worked in the city for four years. The library itself offers a welcoming space with an interactive play area, outdoor gardens and quiet area.
Hercules Public Library is a modern library within walking distance of The Waterfront.
Enjoy a novel from the Public library nearby The Waterfront.
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Trails, trains and terrains across The Waterfront
Distinct from other cooler coastal regions, the warmer climate here is complemented by its beautiful parks. Families and joggers can often be seen at Frog Pad Park and Duck Pond Park, located side by side off Sycamore Avenue. There's also kayaking, paddleboarding and boat tours on the San Pablo Bay. Refugio Valley and Creek runs through the middle of town and hosts the Hercules Cultural Festival with global music, entertainment and food every June. The San Francisco Bay Trail winds through the Waterfront neighborhood, running parallel to the San Pablo Bay. This extensive path is great for hikers, skateboarders and cyclists and totals out to 350 miles long. Railroad Park’s small size creates a cozy green retreat where visitors can also watch the passing Amtrak cars speed along the tracks.
The ACE Train regularly passes by along the shore.
The Bay Trail follows along The Waterfront's coastline.
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Shopping and dining locally around the neighborhood
Safeway, Trader Joe’s and Pinole Farmer’s Market are the go-to spots for grocery shopping. Powder Keg Pub’s complements its decadent seafood meals with waterfront views. Hizcafe whips up smoothies and coffee drinks to help start the day. With a similar goal in mind, Dream Bowlz uses plant-based superfoods to create energizing acai bowls. The shop also devotes a space to showcase merchandise from local businesses. Leila by the Bay serves Cali-style Mediterranean dishes. Two other favorites in the area are Tandoor Indian Cuisine, which is only 4 miles away, and Kinder's Meats Deli BBQ, located about a mile from home on San Pablo Avenue. Although nightlife in The Waterfront is limited, neighboring towns feature more venues and bars, with trips along CA-4 East and Interstate 680 South to Walnut Creek or I-80 West to San Francisco.
Sit down for a drink after work in The Waterfront and enjoy the views.
The Waterfront's Leila by the Bay has a wonderful outdoor seating area.
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Interstate access, public transit and medical services
East of The Waterfront is Interstate 80, which runs to Vallejo and Sacramento. This interstate also offers a carpool lane during peak driving hours. Highway 4 is another important vein thanks to its large coverage of Contra Costa County. It serves as a link between I-80 and Highway 680, which connects to other parts of the East Bay area. The WestCAT connects to several transit systems, including BART and AC Transit. Oakland International is 28 miles away by car, while San Francisco International Airport sits roughly 35 miles away. The closest medical centers are Kaiser Permanente Richmond, Kaiser Foundation Hospital and Contra Costa Regional Medical Center.
The Waterfront is served by the Westcat Bus line.
Highway 4 terminates at the edge of The Waterfront neighborhood.
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On average, homes in The Waterfront, Hercules sell after 56 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in The Waterfront, Hercules over the last 12 months is $1,011,519, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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