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Vine Hill

Vine Hill

Suburban Neighborhood in Martinez, California

Contra Costa County 94553

$665,769 Average Value
$495 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

Vine Hill is a way into the Bay Area

The neighborhood of Vine Hill gets its name from a time when its hills were flowing fields of grapes, dotted with locally owned wineries. But when the vintners moved north toward Napa Valley – the current wine mecca – they were replaced with accessible housing, outdoor recreation, and award-winning schools. Vine Hill offers value with its sense of community and proximity to the downtown areas of Oakland and San Francisco. “Vine Hill is a way into the Bay Area,” says Joe Reichert, a broker associate with Keller Williams Realty, “The neighborhood has good schools and a good sense of community.”
Vine Hill in Martinez is a great place to search for an affordable mid-size home by the Bay.
Vine Hill in Martinez is a great place to search for an affordable mid-size home by the Bay.
Kite surfers from Vine Hill brave the waves on the windy shores of Martinez Shoreline Park.
Kite surfers from Vine Hill brave the waves on the windy shores of Martinez Shoreline Park.
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Flat-top ranchers and bi-level houses sit on cul-de-sac-laden streets

Homes in Vine Hill are single-family, with prices ranging from $500,000 to $700,000. Flat-top ranchers from the 1950s sit next to wide streets, while contemporary, bi-level houses can be found in planned communities. Custom landscaping is common, with the shrubbery often reminiscent of a time when Vine Hill was nothing but flowing fields of grapes. Large palm trees and Italian Cypresses shade the many cul-de-sacs and courts featured prominently throughout the neighborhood. Street parking is available, but most homes come with two-car garages.
Quiet cul-de-sacs can be found at the end of many residential streets in Vine Hill.
Quiet cul-de-sacs can be found at the end of many residential streets in Vine Hill.
Many of the single family homes in Vine Hill have lush flowers and shrubs.
Many of the single family homes in Vine Hill have lush flowers and shrubs.
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Vine Hill has a large industrial center by the bay

Vine Hill is a center for oil refineries and industrial plants because of its easy connection to deep water shipping channels in the bay. Marathon Oil and PBF Energy operate major oil refineries along the neighborhood's northern border while water treatment plants and landfills are located to the East and West. The Martinez Refinery has been the subject of environmental concerns due to its growing number of spills and hazardous materials released recently. County officials have met with plant supervisors to outline paths for sustainability moving forward.
Oil companies set up shop in the early 1900's in Martinez and the refinery borders Vine Hill.
Oil companies set up shop in the early 1900's in Martinez and the refinery borders Vine Hill.
Waterbird Regional Preserve is the perfect place to enjoy the great outdoors in Vine Hill.
Waterbird Regional Preserve is the perfect place to enjoy the great outdoors in Vine Hill.
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Award-winning schools in the Martinez-Unified School District

The Martinez-Unified School District and Mount Diablo Unified School District represent Vine Hill. Younger students can attend Las Juntas Elementary and Martinez Junior High School, with both receiving a B minus rating or higher on Niche. Upperclassmen can attend Alhambra Senior High School, which received an A-minus rating on Niche and offers four career educational pathways in engineering, computer science, digital media arts, and medical sciences.
The campus of Alhambra High School is a new facility and teens from Vine Hill love their school.
The campus of Alhambra High School is a new facility and teens from Vine Hill love their school.
Alhambra High School has a beautiful campus for kids from Vine Hill and Martinez.
Alhambra High School has a beautiful campus for kids from Vine Hill and Martinez.
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Shops, restaurants, and wine

Pacheco Boulevard is the main commercial corridor for the neighborhood and features an array of businesses and shops. Located along State Route 4, Walmart and Lucky are the main area grocers. Wine enthusiasts can head to Viano Winery & Vineyards, which has operated since 1888 and continues to pay homage to the area's rich historical roots with guided tours and tastings. Some of the vineyard's original vines remain intact to this day. For lunch, locals head to La Primavera Lunch Truck which serves up authentic Mexican food and hand-made corn tortillas.
Viano is a century-old winery nestled in the Vine Hill neighborhood hillsides.
Viano is a century-old winery nestled in the Vine Hill neighborhood hillsides.
Area shopping centers close to Vine Hill have a Lucky grocery store.
Area shopping centers close to Vine Hill have a Lucky grocery store.
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Farmers market

On Sundays, residents head to the Martinez Farmer’s Market to shop for artisanal goods, seasonal fruits and vegetables, specialty cheeses, and even dog treats. The Market runs year-round and is a California Certified Farmers’ Market.

Swing the bat at Waterfront Park

Although industrial areas surround the neighborhood, there is still an abundance of preserved and protected green space. At Waterfront Park, baseball diamonds, soccer fields, and boccie ball courts can all be enjoyed with the incredible views of the surrounding mountains and bays. The Shoreline Park has nearly three miles of trails winding through the area's marshes and shores. Fishermen and Boaters head to the Martinez Marina to drop a line on the fishing pier or launch their boat into the Carquinez Strait. The Waterbird Regional Preserve provides a protected habitat to various birdlife and offers good opportunities for birdwatchers to spot different species of waterbirds, eagles, and raptors.
Vine Hill baseball players are lucky to have Waterfront Park so close and with new fields.
Vine Hill baseball players are lucky to have Waterfront Park so close and with new fields.
Vine Hill sits adjacent to Martinez Shoreline Park and offers a quiet place to sit with nature.
Vine Hill sits adjacent to Martinez Shoreline Park and offers a quiet place to sit with nature.
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Hop on the BART to head downtown

Bay Area commuters are conveniently positioned in Vine Hill, as Interstate 680 and State Route 4 offer easy access to the greater East Bay area and the bustling downtowns of Oakland and San Francisco. Multiple bus stops line Pacheco Boulevard and the North Concord/Martinez BART station is only 5 miles away, making San Francisco accessible by train as well. The Oakland International Airport is 30 miles away and is a hub for Southwest Airlines.
Vine Hill is a well connected option for Bay Area commuters looking for an affordable home.
Vine Hill is a well connected option for Bay Area commuters looking for an affordable home.
For residents of Vine Hill, Amtrak is one of the many public transportation options for commute.
For residents of Vine Hill, Amtrak is one of the many public transportation options for commute.
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Schools

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Transit

Airport

Metro Oakland International

46 min drive

Bus

Pacheco Blvd And Arthur Rd

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Pacheco Blvd And Contra Costa Health Services Discovery House

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Morello Ave And Pacheco Blvd

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Pacheco Blvd And Morello Ave

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Pacheco Blvd And Ace Truckbox Center Martinez

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Pacheco Blvd And Camino Del Sol

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Pacheco Blvd And Refinery Rd

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Vine Hill US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 2 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 3 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Vine Hill Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$727,000
Median Sale Price
$710,499
Median Single Family Sale Price
$705,499
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$349,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
38
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
19%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$495

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,167
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1955
Months of Supply
1.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,373
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,591
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
818
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534

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  • Saturday, Jun 14
    2 - 4pm

    218 Ladybug Ln, Martinez, CA 94553

    $749,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,516 Sq Ft
    • 218 Ladybug Ln
    • New 9 days ago

    This inviting 3-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom residence offers 1,516 sq ft of well-designed living space that blends comfort and functionality. Step inside to an open-concept main level, where the spacious living area flows seamlessly into the kitchen, featuring a barstool seating area perfect for casual dining or entertaining. The dining area opens directly to the backyard, creating an easy

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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
4,225
Median Age
41
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$116,487
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$140,651

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
91.9%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
33.3%
Advanced Degrees
14.5%
% Population in Labor Force
71.3%
Above the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
19''
Average Winter Low Temperature
35°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

5 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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