$1,904,304Average Value$856Average Price per Sq Ft
Lafayette neighborhood close to shopping and the outdoors
Peardale Estates, a suburb in Lafayette, is about 2 miles away from just about everything – from parks and trails to shopping and dining. Housing prices are on par with the surrounding area, and the neighborhood benefits from easy access to State Route 24, which is just outside the neighborhood and connects it to Downtown Lafayette, Walnut Creek, and more. “People who live there love it and how convenient it is to Walnut Creek. Lafayette is a small town that has what you need, but if you want more, you can jump over to Walnut Creek for more shops,” says Paddy Kehoe, a Realtor and team leader with Compass. “There’s no negative aspect to [Peardale Estates].”
Coast Live Oak and California Buckeye trees are common along sidewalks and in front yards in Peardale Estates.
Many of the streets end in cul-de-sacs near a small creek in Peardale Estates.
Postino clients love the large fireplace and red brick area for dining in Downtown Lafayette
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Suburban homes in Peardale Estates
Coast Live Oak and California Buckeye trees are common along sidewalks and in front yards in Peardale Estates, and many of the streets end in cul-de-sacs near a small creek. Three-and-four-bedroom homes in Peardale Estates tend to sell for $1.6 million to $2.2 million. Some larger homes that have five bedrooms or more can reach about $4 million. There are also a few condos that range from $1.9 million to 2.2 million. Ranch-style, new traditional and Mediterranean Revival homes are common throughout the neighborhood. Homebuyers should know that Peardale Estates scores a 2 out of 10 on the CAP Crime Index, lower than the national average of 4.
Peardale Estates offers a mix of single-family homes and townhouses.
Ranch-style homes with manicured front gardens are common in Peardale Estates.
Mediterranean Revival homes are absolute gems and can be scattered around Peardale Estates.
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Hiking trails along Lafayette Ridge and fishing at Lafayette Reservoir
Peardale Estates has access to expansive hiking areas, some just outside the neighborhood, others only a few miles away. The Lafayette Moraga Regional Trail is just south of the neighborhood; the 7.6-mile paved trail is open for walking and biking. It winds through Lafayette, roughly following Las Tampas Creek. One of the trail's notable features is a colorful collection of birdhouses built by locals and hung from a tree that drapes over the trail. The Lafayette Ridge Trail is about 2 miles north of Peardale Estates and traverses a steep ridge that provides sweeping views of Lafayette and Martinez. It also leads to Briones Park, a 6,225-acre natural wilderness north of Lafayette. The Lafayette Reservoir is about 5 miles away and has a playground and hiking trails, and its water is open for fishing and boating.
the Lafayette Moraga Regional Trail is the perfect place for an afternoon hike.
Go for a healthy afternoon hike at the Lafayette Reservoir Recreation area.
The hilly hikes in Lafayette's Briones Park offer great views and a serious workout.
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Lafayette Public Schools
Lafayette Elementary School and M.H. Stanley Middle School both have A ratings on Niche. Acalanes High School has an A-plus rating and a variety of after-school programs, such as a chess club, feminism club and democracy club. The Meher School, a private school that serves grades one through five, is located in the neighborhood and offers small class sizes and focuses on integrating the arts with academics.
Stanley Middle School gets a 10/10 in the great schools website, and with locals in Lafayette.
Acalanes High School in Lafayette creates responsible, productive, and empowered citizens.
The Meher Schools is one of the top private schools in Lafayette.
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Getting around Lafayette and beyond
Route 24 runs along Peardale Estates’ north side and provides access to Downtown Walnut Creek and Downtown Lafayette. It’s also the primary route toward the Oakland International Airport, 22 miles away, and San Francisco. The Lafayette BART Station is located downtown and leads 25 miles northeast to Antioch and 50 miles west to the San Francisco International Airport. It passes through Oakland and Downtown San Francisco. Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center, the nearest medical facility, is about 3 miles away.
Lafayette residents can grab a BART train anytime for easy commuting.
Seeral bus lines helps Peardale Estates locals to get from the BART to all around the Bay.
Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center, the nearest medical facility, is about 3 miles away from Peardale Estates.
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Close to Downtown Lafayette and Downtown Walnut Creek
Shopping, eating and dining around Peardale Estates is a tale of two downtowns. Less than two miles west, Downtown Lafayette covers grocery shopping at Whole Foods, plus easy dining at local restaurants like Metro Lafayette. Downtown Walnut Creek is east of the neighborhood and easily accessible via Route 24. Dozens of national retailers and local shops mingle in this walkable area. Broadway Plaza, an open-air mall, has Nordstrom, lululemon and Aritzia. There are also restaurants such as Teleferic Barcelona, which serves tapas in a lively environment, and Main Street Kitchen & Bar, which offers locally sourced bistro fare.
Enjoy stylish shops and delicious dining options at Broadway Plaza.
Enjoy craft cocktails and comfort food at Main Street Kitchen and Bar in Walnut Creek.
Downtown Lafayette and nearby Walnut creek Whole Foods covers grocery shopping for Peardale Estates residents.
GreatSchools:
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Parks in this Area
Lafayette Ridge Staging Area
Lafayette Reservoir Playground
Lafayette Reservoir Recreation
Lafayette Moraga Regional Trail Olympic Staging Area
Transit
Airport
Metro Oakland International
31 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Peardale Estates
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Peardale Estates Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Peardale Estates, Lafayette sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Peardale Estates, Lafayette over the last 12 months is $2,087,500, down 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$2,159,000
Median Sale Price
$2,087,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$2,050,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-7%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$856
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
180
Median Year Built
1956
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,254
Above the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,805
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,767
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,850
Distribution of Home Values
Source: Public Records
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
433
Median Age
44
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
22.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$150,862
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$167,599
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.4%
College Graduates
69.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
34.9%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
17''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
38/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
25/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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