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Hilly suburban enclave in East Bay's Richmond community
El Sobrante Hills, located in Northern California’s East Bay, is an affluent neighborhood named after its location in the scenic rolling hillsides of east Richmond. El Sobrante Hills is known for its spacious, well-kept homes and relaxed residential setting. Residents are drawn to the area for its secluded feel while still being close to public schools and commercial areas and still being within commuting distance to major Bay Area destinations. “The biggest thing about living here is it’s kind of like living in the country, where it’s almost like a rural feel, especially for some parts that are further into the hills, but yet you are still close to the city,” says Joe Reichert, a local Realtor for 17 years with Keller Williams Realty and lifelong Bay Area resident. “The weather is so nice and mild year-round, too, and there are also many beautiful homes here, which is one of its major appeals.”
You can even see Mount Tam from the El Sobrante Hills neighborhood.
There's more privacy towards the top of the hills of the El Sobrante Hills neighborhood.
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Mixed, well-kept housing along winding streets and slopes
The neighborhood’s winding streetscapes provide scenic views of the surrounding hills, with some homes offering glimpses of the San Francisco Bay between the area’s forested slopes. The neighborhood’s housing was built in various styles and sizes from the 1960s to today, with a few newer builds. Some of the most common styles include Mediterranean houses, often with red-tiled rooftops, and mid-century ranch-style homes. Other styles include traditional homes and wood-shingled Craftsman houses. Large and mid-sized lots are the predominant feature here, often with lush landscaping and tall evergreen and palm trees. Home prices typically range from $700,000 to $1.3 million. El Sobrante Hills has a CAP Index Crime score of 2 out of 10, which is lower than the national average of 4.
Custom made Mediterranean style homes are abundant in El Sobrante Hills.
Homes in El Sobrante Hills are blessed with lots of space in between homes.
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Public schools with college and career programs
Students may attend Valley View Elementary School, which gets a B-minus rating from Niche, followed by the C-rated Betty Reid Soskin Middle School. The B-minus-rated De Anza Senior High School offers numerous AP classes and is known for its strong college and career preparatory programs.
Entrance to Valley View Elementary School in May Valley, Richmond CA
Betty Reid Soskin Middle School serves students from several neighborhoods.
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Vast recreational spaces and nearby community parks
El Sobrante Hills is surrounded by vast outdoor recreation. The expansive Sobrante Ridge Regional Preserve is the neighborhood’s main recreation site. This 277-acre natural oasis features various trail systems that lead to scenic ridgetop vistas. Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area is located just west of the neighborhood. It is a 222-acre site known for its wildflowers that bloom in the warmer months and its eucalyptus-covered trails that zigzag through the park. La Moine Park is a more traditional community park located directly north of the neighborhood. It features a massive children’s playground with intricate climbing structures, open green spaces and picnic areas.
Hilltop Village locals love to take their furry friends for a walk through Point Pinole.
Go for a walk through Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area.
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Nearby local dining and the Hilltop shopping district
San Pablo Dam Road, located in El Sobrante Hills, has a variety of restaurants, including Vegan N’ Chicken, an Indian and Pakistani restaurant, and Ed’s Place, a classic, longstanding East Bay bar. A little over a mile north is a cluster of eateries, including Los Cerros Mexican Grill and Sue’s Kitchen, which serves Laotian food. Next door is Yummy House, which is known for its authentic Hawaiian dishes. Pinole Vista Crossing is a few miles north for more extensive shopping, with box stores like Target, Home Goods and FoodMaxx for groceries.
Vegan Chicken is a phenomenal place to grab Dinner in the El Sobrante Hills neighborhood.
Ed's bar is a wonderful bar to go watch the game in the El Sobrante Hills neighborhood.
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Annual concert series and festivals in downtown Richmond
Downtown Richmond, 8 miles west, hosts several community events throughout the year. The longstanding Downtown Holiday Festival, with its winter wonderland theme, features family-friendly activities, local food vendors and visits from Santa. During the summer, the Music on the Main event is one of the city’s biggest annual gatherings. This concert series features free live music performances along downtown city blocks from some of the area’s most talented bands and artists.
Near Interstate 80 with backroad access
El Sobrante Hills is about 4 miles from Interstate 80, which can be heavily trafficked, but the neighborhood offers other alternatives. “The nice thing about this area is that because of where it’s located, you can actually take the backroads to avoid a lot of the traffic,” Reichert says. It’s also about 7 miles from the Richmond BART station for light rail travel to places like Oakland, San Francisco or Silicon Valley. The San Francisco Bay Oakland International Airport is about 26 miles south for domestic and international flights.
El Sobrante Hills is blessed with multiple bus stops throughout the neighborhood.
These are the views you could expect to see while living in the El Sobrante Hills neighborhood.
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Parks in this Area
Pinole Valley Park
Wildcat Canyon Regional Park
Kennedy Grove Regional Recreation Area
Bike Trails
Picnic Area
Trails
Lamoine Park
Trails
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Hilltop Green Park
Tassajara Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
El Sobrante Hills
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
El Sobrante Hills Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in El Sobrante Hills, Richmond sell after 20 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in El Sobrante Hills, Richmond over the last 12 months is $490,000, up 40% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Spacious 4BD/3BA home with 2,318 sq ft of updated living space on an 8,240 sq ft lot in a quiet El Sobrante neighborhood. The updated kitchen and lower-level family room both offer direct access to the expansive, fully fenced backyard—ideal for entertaining, gardening, and play—with built-in outdoor kitchen/BBQ and lush, mature landscaping. The main level features wood flooring, dual-paned
Welcome to beautifully updated 2 bedroom, 1 bath condo in the sought after Westwood Oaks community of El Sobrante. This upper level unit offers peaceful hillside views of Wildcat Canyon from a private balcony, bringing in great natural light to the open living and dining areas. The functional and spacious floor plan features upgraded double pane windows throughout and a modernized kitchen with
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Welcome home to your private and exquisite oasis at 17 Powder Bowl Ct. This vast property rests at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac boasting nature, natural light, views, and a retreat-like tranquility. A spacious multi-level home perfect for families, remote working, entertaining, and endless outdoor adventures. 17 Powder Bowl sits high up along Heavenly Ridge.......high enough to feel reminiscent
Welcome to 24 Archery Ct in the beautiful highly desired Sherwood Forest neighborhood of El Sobrante. Surrounded by majestic green hills this amazing 1-story home hits the mark & is perfect for you. Prepared to be amazed as you enter through the grand foyer paved with natural stone. Gaze around at the tall 14-foot ceilings. Modern upgraded windows & skylights draw in plenty of natural light &
Redwood Creek Villas is a newly managed and owned apartment community nestled along the tranquil banks of a picturesque creek in El Sobrante, California. Our townhome-style units offer the perfect blend of nature and modern living, each featuring a private garage for your convenience.Our recent renovations include upgraded stainless steel appliances, sleek new quartz countertops,
Welcome to 5305 Ridgeview Circle #8 — a beautifully updated upper-unit condo offering 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, and approximately 600 SqFt of comfortable living space. This light-filled home features a spacious living room with recessed lighting, a cozy dining area, and a modern kitchen with sleek countertops and stainless steel appliances. The generous bedroom includes ample closet space, and the
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,102
Median Age
46
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
24.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$123,015
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$150,097
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.8%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
42.5%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
13%
% Population in Labor Force
61%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
24''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
73°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
32/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
25/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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