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Hillsdale

Hillsdale

$636,831 Average Value
$279 Average Price per Sq Ft
6 Homes For Sale

Quiet East Bay bedroom community near Old Town Pittsburg

Surrounded by grassy open valleys and rolling terrain, the Hillsdale neighborhood of Pittsburg well lives up to its name. “It’s a nice bedroom community that borders the hills,” says Joanne Hodge, a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty and a longtime Pittsburg resident. “It’s a convenient area if you have to commute.” With close access to Highway 4 and BART stations, Hillsdale draws in residents for its overall convenience, lower starting prices for homes in the East Bay and its relaxed suburban setting. “It’s a more secluded area since it’s all very residential, so people really like that because it’s quiet and you don’t have to deal with any traffic noise,” says Tameka Ramsey, a local resident and training community manager at the neighborhood's Woodland Hills Park Apartments. “But we aren’t completely remote. We can still walk over to Woodland Hills Park, and we are right next to Randolph Avenue, which has restaurants and stores for pretty much any everyday things you’d need.”

Well-manicured lawns and classic California ranchers

The neighborhood’s softly winding streetscapes feature narrow sidewalks lined with a mix of palm, oak and columnar trees. California ranchers and bungalows are the most common housing styles, often with exterior features like stucco roofs. Properties here typically have modest, well-manicured lawns with some sidewalk access and mature landscaping. Although some houses offer driveways and garages, there is also on-street parking. Home prices start around $400,000 for a 2- to 3-bedroom, 1,000-square-foot home and can go as high as $700,000 for a 4-bedroom, 1,700-square-foot property with views of the hills.

Public schools with an engineering and robotics academy

Students can attend Heights Elementary School, which gets a C-plus rating from Niche, followed by the C-plus-rated Hillview Junior High School. Pittsburg Senior High School gets a B rating. The high school offers students a variety of academic options, including career and technical education classes, Advanced Placement courses and an engineering and robotics academy.

Next to main highways and BART Stations

Highway 4 is Hillsdale’s main thoroughfare, located a few miles north, connecting the community to the rest of the Bay Area. The neighborhood is also conveniently next to Turka Pass Road. “A big draw is that residents here can easily take Turka Pass Road to get to Clayton or Mount Diablo, which is a much faster route than other nearby highways that can get very backed up.” A few Tri Delta Transit bus stops are located along Railroad Avenue, while the Pittsburg Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART) Center Station is about a mile north. The Oakland International Airport is the closest airport for domestic and international flights, about 40 miles south of the neighborhood.

Neighborhood green spaces and nearby hiking and biking trails

The 2.4-acre Woodland Hills Park offers plenty of open green space along with a playground and basketball courts. Buchanan Park, just west of the neighborhood across Railroad Avenue, is a much larger recreational space with a duck pond, picnic areas and a seasonal aquatic center that offers classes, lessons and a weekly obstacle course. Stoneman Trailhead sits just west of the neighborhood, with scenic hiking trails that bring clusters of golden poppies along the area’s expansive open hills each spring. The Via Delta de Anza Regional Trail is along the neighborhood's northern border for even more hiking and biking possibilities. This paved trail spans over 15 miles and connects residents to several of the area’s parks and schools.

Local Mexican cuisine and dining along Railroad Avenue

Birreria El Puente is the one local restaurant within Hillsdale’s neighborhood boundaries. This restaurant offers authentic Mexican dishes, including popular items like birria tacos. Other dining options are located less than a mile outside Hillsdale, primarily along Railroad Avenue. Nation’s Giant Hamburgers & Great Pies is a well-frequented American chain known for their oversized burgers and all-day breakfast menu in a throwback retro interior space. Next door is Mr. Jalapeno, a highly rated food truck for Mexican cuisine, where they prepare freshly made tortilla chips. Further north up Railroad Avenue is the longstanding Wah Sing Chinese Restaurant, offering traditional Chinese dishes. Cardenas Markets is less than a few miles north and is one of the go-to area spots for grocery items. It’s also well known for its freshly made tortillas and fruit and juice bar. The Century Plaza Shopping Center is about five miles east, with service shops, casual dining chains and big box stores like Costco, PetSmart and Ross.

Art walks and car shows in Old Town Pittsburg

Residents can enjoy community events a few miles away in Pittsburg’s Old Town District. The annual Pittsburg Car Show each July is an area favorite, featuring vintage car displays and a full-day lineup of live music. The beloved Art Trax, a community art walk, is another highly frequented event. This monthly summer series takes place throughout Old Town’s historic streets, showcasing local artwork from local artists and featuring a few pop-up galleries. The popular Pittsburg Library, located less than a few miles north of the neighborhood, hosts numerous community events, including seasonal concerts from local performers.

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Parks in this Area

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Airport

Metro Oakland International

59 min drive

Bus

Railroad Ave & Sequoia Dr

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Railroad Ave & Pueblo Dr

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Kirker Pass Rd And Castlewood Dr

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Railroad Ave & Yosemite Dr

Hillsdale Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$360,000
Median Sale Price
$399,950
Median Single Family Sale Price
$345,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,925,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$334,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
40
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
16%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$279

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,208
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1976
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,619
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,716
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Aug 2
    1 - 4pm

    3804 Malibu Place, Pittsburg, CA 94565

    $639,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,550 Sq Ft
    • 3804 Malibu Place
    • New 22 days ago

    This 4-bedroom, 2-bath home and a walking closet with a potential ADU in the back offers 1,550 sq. ft. of living space on a generous 9,200 sq. ft. lot. Perched at the top of the hill, it features stunning views, a huge backyard full of possibilities, and a spacious front yard. Additional highlights include a 2-car garage and RV parking spot on the side in a very convenient location—close to

    Weichao Zhuo Exp Realty Of California Inc.

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    118 Tiffany Dr, Pittsburg, CA 94565

    $488,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,477 Sq Ft
    • 118 Tiffany Dr
    • New 29 days ago

    For the first time on the market in 72 years, this cosmetic fixer in the desirable Beverly neighborhood is bursting with potential.Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and 1,477 square feet of living space on a 5,300 square foot lot, it's the perfect canvas to create your dream home. The original flooring throughout the home has been well-maintained over the years. There is a good-sized combined

    Adela Picar eXp Realty of Northern CA Inc.

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
6,056
Median Age
38
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
25.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.5%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$100,401
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$117,566

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
73.6%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
20.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.5%
% Population in Labor Force
68.4%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
11''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

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