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Cortez-Stege comes packed with convenience
When it comes to Cortez-Stege, a southern section of Richmond, the area offers much more than meets the eye. An array of housing dominates the landscape here. But this neighborhood also offers convenient proximity to the coast and quick access to Interstate 580, making it a viable option for those who may work in nearby San Francisco. That was one of the prime appeals among prospective buyers for a property local realtor Ray Gonzales Jr. sold here in early 2024. “The 17-minute drive across the bridge from there was very attractive,” says Gonzales, owner of Real Estate Heroes. “That was an attractive opportunity right there.” The crime rate in Cortez-Stege, though, ranks higher than the national average.
Meeker Ave. in Cortez-Stege offers shopping including CVS.
You will never feel lost in the Coretz Stege neighborhood thanks to the grid format.
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Classic homes at an appealing price point
Most homes that fill Cortez-Stege’s grid network of residential streets were built between the 1920s and 1970s. The neighborhood is largely comprised of single-story bungalow-style houses, and the average square footage here is 1,283. However, there is a smattering of modern, multistory homes in the neighborhood that were built in the aughts. Streets in Cortez-Stege are lined with smooth sidewalks, helping to make the area walkable. What jumps off the page here is the price tags. “You can purchase a house for under $600,000,” Gonzales says. It’s something Gonzales, whose company is based in Hayward, was amazed to discover. “That is a humongous opportunity that people don’t see,” Gonzales says. Prices in Cortez-Stege can range from the $400,000s to the low-to-mid $600,000s.
The Cortrez-Stege neighborhood is built in a grid format and easy to get around.
Small bungalows are common in Cortez-Stege along 23rd Street.
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Marina Bay Park makes community gatherings easy
Cortez-Stege is just over a mile from Marina Bay Park, which unfurls along the shores of the Inner Harbor Basin. The park hosts a variety of programming, including a farmers market on Sundays. There’s also a Fourth of July celebration here with live music, food and fireworks.
Cortez-Stege is close to the bay waterfront where parks and trails are available.
Marina Bay Park is close to Cortez-Stege for quick family outings on the waterfront.
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Retail amenities all around
One of the aspects of the area that stands out to Gonzales is the retail development that has sprung up nearby. “It has a very enriched lifestyle community, around the corner,” Gonzales says. For instance, the Macdonald 80 Shopping Center was rebuilt in the aughts and now features an expansive Target, just under 2 miles away from Cortez-Stege. Locals can also grab groceries at the Foods Co. that’s just about 2 miles outside the neighborhood in the opposite direction. There’s a Home Depot and a Costco not too far away, too. Residents can grab a bite to eat along the thoroughfare of Cutting Boulevard as well, which cuts through the neighborhood. Options include spots like Taqueria Chavinda, whose burritos are well-liked. Seafood lovers, meanwhile, may enjoy Boulevard Fish, particularly for its prawns. Also, though small, this neighborhood offers multiple churches as well.
Cortez-Stege locals visit Target off MacDonald Ave.
El Torito Pinto is a popular taqueria along Cutting Blvd. in Cortez-Stege.
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Residents can take their pick of park space
Among the neighborhood’s assets is the 3-acre Boorman Park, which is within walking distance for many. Boorman Park features a playground set and is the subject of an upcoming $4.1 revitalization project that’s set to include a new athletic field, skate park, fitness stations and more. Locals are also a quick away from Marina Bay Park, an idyllic spot to enjoy a walk or picnic by the Inner Harbor Basin water. Marina Bay Park also includes a portion of the San Francisco Bay Trail, which stretches hundreds of miles in total. Gonzales has heard from residents who take full advantage of Marina Bay Park. “They would walk to that very often on the weekends or when they had time off,” Gonzales says. “Their go-to for exercise and outdoor activity.”
Boorman Park has a beautiful entrance with a hand-made mosaic.
Dog walking and fitness are local favorite activities at Marina Bay Park.
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AC Transit enhances access
Cortez-Stege includes several stops on the AC Transit bus system, many situated along Cutting Boulevard. The AC Transit network features a total of more than 100 routes. Commuters in the neighborhood can also take advantage of I-580 here to get to San Francisco in a trip of just about 17 miles.
Public Transit is readily available in the Cortez-Stege neighborhood.
Bart is a convenient and fast way to get from Cortez-Stege to many Bay Area spots.
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Local schools have received investment
Kids in Cortez-Stege can attend schools in the West Contra Costa Unified School District, which has a C-plus overall grade on Niche. Students here can start at Coronado Elementary for kindergarten to sixth grade, a school that was rebuilt as part of a $28 million project that was completed in 2015. Every classroom at Coronado comes complete with an interactive projector and the campus also includes outdoor learning spaces such as a student vegetable garden. From Coronado, students can move on to DeJean Middle School, where afterschool activities range from soccer to math and history tutoring. Kennedy High is next up, where students can take advantage of the “Fab Lab,” the first such space in a public high school on the West Coast. The lab offers a range of tools, from a CNC router to a laser cutter. All three schools carry a C-minus rating on Niche.
Richmond parents wait for their children outside Coronado Elementary School.
Lovonya Dejean Middle School in Park Plaza has a modern campus.
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Parks in this Area
Memorial Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Multi-Purpose Field
Booker T. Anderson Jr Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Grills
Nicholl Park
Crescent Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Boorman Park
Basketball
Picnic Area
Playground
John F . Kennedy Park
Transit
Airport
Metro Oakland International
28 min drive
Bus
Cutting Blvd & Carlson Blvd
Bus
Potrero Av & Carlson Blvd
Bus
Marina Bay Pkwy & Meeker Av
Bus
Carlson Blvd & S 37th St
Bus
Cutting Blvd & S 36th St
Bus
Cutting Blvd & S 26th St
Bus
S 23rd St & Florida Av
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Cortez-Stege
US
Homicide
6
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
9
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Cortez-Stege Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Cortez-Stege, Richmond sell after 41 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Cortez-Stege, Richmond over the last 12 months is $624,500, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,081
Median Age
33
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.3%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.9%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$44,285
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$66,309
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
72.4%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
11.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.1%
% Population in Labor Force
64.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
24''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
73°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
56/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
62/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
42/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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