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Family-oriented Walnut Creek community bordering Interstate 680
Two miles from downtown Walnut Creek, the neighborhood of Buena Vista Area flanks the western side of Interstate 680. Sounds of traffic diminish heading westward from the Interstate, approaching the tranquil hiking trails accessible from behind the quiet Walnut Creek Water Treatment Plant. The Islamic Center of Walnut Creek lies in the center of the neighborhood, as does Buena Vista Elementary, one of the area’s many top-rated schools. “A lot of people from Silicon Valley are moving to Walnut Creek,” says Kailani Kimoto, real estate agent at Rossmoor Realty in Walnut Creek, drawn to Walnut Creek’s public transit, lower housing prices and fair share of tech startups. “Walnut Creek is more family-oriented,” Kimoto says. This is palpable in Buena Vista Area’s bike-friendly cul-de-sacs and proximity to Lindsay Wildlife Experience, a museum with educational programming tailored to kids.
Enjoy creative fun at Walnut Creek Family Art Day with interactive projects for all ages.
Highway 680 runs through the Buena Vista area, offering quick local access.
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Architecturally diverse suburban neighborhood
Buena Vista Area offers diversity of streetscapes and housing stock. Main streets have sidewalks, while side streets might not. Most roads are level, though some gently slope. Single-family homes built in the second half of the 20th century have tidy front yards and backyards with leafy trees. Styles include bungalows, contemporary and ranch-style. Prices fall between $920,000 and $1.8 million, depending on square footage. Townhouses range from $580,000 to about $860,000, depending on age and square footage. Buena Vista Area also includes some condos and multifamily homes.
Many homes here have been updated while keeping their original charm.
Buena Vista’s real estate market offers a mix of styles and price points.
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A-rated schools provide excellent college prep
Buena Vista Elementary, rated A on Niche, is located within the neighborhood. Students may advance to Walnut Creek Intermediate, rated A-minus and Las Lomas High, rated A. Las Lomas’ College & Career Center shares volunteer opportunities, internship information and resources for first-generation college students to support students’ goals and needs. Private options nearby include the Contra Costa Christian Schools, rated A.
Buena Vista Elementary School serves grades K-5 in Buena Vista.
Las Lomas High School proivdes a safe, positive, and nurturing environment for students.
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Proximity to the Interstate and BART hubs
Buena Vista Area borders Interstate 680, which extends into Silicon Valley. The Walnut Creek BART station is on the other side of the interstate to the east, as is the Pleasant Hill/Contra Costa Centre BART station, where passengers take the commuter rail throughout the Bay Area. “But most people are working from home now due to COVID,” Kimoto says. Buena Vista Area is only about 3 miles from Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center and John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center. It is about 25 miles from Oakland International Airport.
Explore the tranquil streets and charming homes of Buena Vista in Walnut Creek.
Walnut Creek BART connects you to the Bay Area with quick and easy transit.
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Discovering nature at Lindsay Wildlife Experience
Briones to Mount Diablo Regional Trail connects the western edge of the neighborhood to Larkey Park and other trails. The plethora of amenities at Larkey Park includes tennis courts, beach volleyball courts and an outdoor public pool. Larkey Park is next to Lindsay Wildlife Experience, where visitors can learn about more than 50 species of the museums’ resident animals. “The wildlife museum is popular for kids where they can see local animals, and animals that are about to go extinct,” Kimoto says. Hikers and their dogs can explore more than 200 acres along Acalanes Ridge, which offers views of surrounding hills and Mount Diablo to the east.
Explore rescued wildlife up close at Lindsey Wildlife Museum in Walnut Creek.
Meet owls, eagles, and foxes while learning about wildlife conservation.
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Running errands and shopping in downtown Walnut Creek
A quick drive to Palos Verdes Mall, the nearest shopping center, can check off several errands. It has a drugstore, gym, barber shop and bank. Locals can pick up groceries at Lunardi’s Markets and check out restaurants like Mona’s Burgers & Shakes, which serves gourmet burgers in a contemporary farmhouse setting. Downtown Walnut Creek offers more variety between its coffee shops, Apple store, department stores and Cinemark Century movie theater. “Walnut Creek has its own free public shuttle, a cute little trolley,” Kimoto says. Seven days a week, the Downtown Trolley loops the downtown blocks every 20 minutes.
Enjoy stylish shops and delicious dining options at Broadway Plaza.
Explore shopping, dining, and nightlife in vibrant downtown Walnut Creek.
GreatSchools:
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Transit
Airport
Metro Oakland International
36 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Buena Vista Area
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Buena Vista Area Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Buena Vista Area, Walnut Creek sell after 177 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Buena Vista Area, Walnut Creek over the last 12 months is $175,000, down 56% 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 Owners
Demographics
Total Population
2,181
Median Age
42
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
23.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
18.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$145,689
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$170,594
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.3%
College Graduates
70.9%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27.5%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
17''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
11/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
22/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
42/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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