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Peardale Estates offers suburban calm and access to amenities
Peardale Estates is a suburban neighborhood on the eastern edge of Lafayette. It’s located about midway between downtown Lafayette’s BART station and Walnut Creek ’s popular shopping district. State Route 24 runs past the community, providing convenience for drivers. Within Peardale Estates, however, life is relatively calm, and amenities include a members-only community pool, a nature trail and a long-standing private school.
Peardale Estates homes enjoy beautiful views of nearby Mount Diablo.
Postino clients love the large fireplace and red brick area for dining in Downtown Lafayette near Peardale Estates.
Peardale Estates features many private cul de sacs which are perfect for those seeking a quiet, private lifestyle.
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Hidden Oaks Trail and Sun Valley Swimming Pool are in the neighborhood
The area is close to several trails, including the community’s own Hidden Oaks Trail. The nearly 8-mile Lafayette-Moraga Regional Trail begins just west of Peardale Estates, and is open to walking, biking and horseback riding. On Pleasant Hill Road, residents can link up with the Lamorinda Trail Loop, a network of off-street and on-street paths that lead to nature areas, including Briones Regional Park.
Locals can also join the Sun Valley Swimming Pool along Leland Drive, which is open from April through October. The Lafayette Reservoir Recreation Area, around 5 miles west, is a destination for boating and fishing, and it also has a large, wooden playground.
The Lafayette Moraga Regional Trail is the perfect place for an afternoon hike near Peardale Estates.
Peardale Estates residents can go for a healthy afternoon hike at the Lafayette Reservoir Recreation area.
The hilly hikes in Peardale Estate's Briones Park offer great views and a serious workout.
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Peardale Estates has midcentury homes with updated features
Like many Lafayette neighborhoods, Peardale Estates was originally established in the mid-1900s, when the town rapidly transformed into a city. “After World War II, the population exploded from about 1,000 or 2,000 people to more than 10,000 in 10 years,” says Patrick Kikkert, member of the board of the Lafayette Historical Society, who grew up in Lafayette.
Midcentury ranch-style houses are prevalent, and most have private driveways and attached garages. Mature evergreens line the curving streets. Kikkert says that because there isn’t much buildable land left to develop, people typically renovate older homes, sometimes adding second stories or even taking them down to the framework to rebuild them. Prices may range from around $1.63 million to $2.66 million. There are a couple of condo complexes in the area, and units tend to cost between $1.43 million and $2.13 million, plus monthly fees of around $850. The community’s CAP Index Crime Score is 2 out of 10, below the national average of 4.
Peardale Estates features some beautiful Eichler style midcentury architecture.
Peardale Estates features some beautiful examples of craftsman architecture.
Peardale Estates has many two story ranch homes with expanded lots.
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Area schools include the A-plus-rated Acalanes High
Burton Valley Elementary School and Stanley Middle School both earn A ratings from Niche. Acalanes High School has an A-plus rating and a variety of after-school programs, such as Dungeons & Dragons club, rugby club and a sailing team. The Meher Schools — a private preschool and elementary school — originally opened in 1975. Both focus on integrating art and nature with academics.
Burton Valley Elementary School serves students in the Peardale Estates neighborhood.
Stanley Middle School gets a 10/10 in the great schools website, and with locals in Peardale Estates
Acalanes High School near Peardale Estates creates responsible, productive, and empowered citizens.
The Meher Schools is one of the top private schools in Peardale Estates.
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A few miles from Walnut Creek’s shopping and dining
Downtown Lafayette is less than 3 miles west, with a Safeway, Whole Foods and several restaurants. Walnut Creek lies a similar distance east, and its downtown is home to Broadway Plaza, an open-air mall anchored by Nordstrom and Macy’s. Walnut Creek eateries include Telefèric Barcelona, which serves Spanish cuisine, and Gott’s Roadside, a California-based burger chain.
Homeowners in Peardale Estates can 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 near Peardale Estates.
Downtown Lafayette and nearby Walnut creek Whole Foods covers grocery shopping for Peardale Estates residents.
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Lafayette Art and Wine Festival is the city’s big event
Each September, the Lafayette Art and Wine Festival draws thousands of people to downtown Lafayette. The weekend-long event features wine tastings, regional food trucks and live music. Although Peardale Estates homes rest a few miles from the activity, locals may notice more traffic during that weekend.
At the Lafayette Art & Wine Festival, Peardale Estates residents can enjoy foods from local restaurants and food vendors.
Peardale Estates residents can find unique craftsmen showcasing their products at the Lafayette Art & Wine Festival.
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State Route 24 and nearby BART station add travel convenience
State Route 24 forms the neighborhood’s northern edge, and it is the main thoroughfare for car travel. There’s a Bay Area Rapid Transit, or BART, station in downtown Lafayette with bike storage and a large parking lot. “Some people work from home, but the vast majority live here and either work in San Francisco or Silicon Valley,” Kikkert says. It’s about 50 miles to San Jose, and San Francisco is roughly 25 miles west. The San Francisco International Airport is around 35 miles away. “The Oakland airport is a little closer, but the BART runs directly to the San Francisco airport,” Kikkert says. Emergency care is available less than 5 miles east, at the Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center.
Peardale Estates 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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Noise pollution and wildfires are possible concerns
The region is prone to environmental hazards, including wildfires and poor air quality. Highway traffic and passing BART trains can also create noise pollution, which may impact Peardale Estates residents.
Peardale Estates is serviced by the nearby Lafayette Fire Department.
Peardale Estates' proximity to Route 24, which is a major commuting thoroughfare, can lead to added noise pollution.
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Crime and Safety
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Peardale Estates
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Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
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 65 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Peardale Estates, Lafayette over the last 12 months is $1,427,000, down 32% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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