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Excellent schools minutes from downtown Walnut Creek
Along the quiet, sidewalk-lined cul-de-sacs of Carriage Hills, it’s common to see families biking or taking a stroll to the 27-acre neighborhood park. This residential area, surrounded by highly-rated public and private schools, lies about 5 miles east of downtown Walnut Creek’s shopping and dining hotspots. “The quality of the schools is a huge draw – they have high test scores,” says Betsy Burkhart, communications and outreach liaison for the city of Walnut Creek. The overall CAP Index crime score is 1 out of 10, much lower than the national figure of 4. Though no major roads go through the neighborhood, it’s easy to get around with Interstate 680 and two BART stations a few minutes away. “Traffic is not bad here, and the weather is beautiful,” Burkhart adds.
Downtown Walnut Creek blends shopping, dining, and entertainment in a lively setting.
Valle Verde Elementary School provides support to meet the diverse needs of its students.
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1970s constructions with curb appeal
Contemporary one and two-story homes built in the 1970s are the norm in the neighborhood, often with multi-car garages and rooftop solar panels. Manicured front lawns are dotted with shrubs and palm trees, while backyards are outfitted for lounging and entertaining. Prices range from $1.5 million to $2.5 million; some of the more expensive homes may be larger.
The homes in Carriage Hill are perfect for families, with ample space and quiet surroundings.
Enjoy serene living in the Carriage Hill neighborhood, a quiet part of Walnut Creek.
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Academics and athletics at top-rated Walnut Creek schools
Students may attend Valle Verde Elementary and Foothill Middle, both rated A-minus on Niche, before advancing to Northgate High, rated A. In 2025, the Northgate High cheerleading squad won its division championship. Several private schools are nearby, like Carondelet High School, rated A-plus. The state-of-the-art Carondelet Athletics Complex, belonging to the all-girls Catholic school, is in Carriage Hills, right across from Arbalado Park.
Foothill Middle School ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in California.
Northgate High School has a newly renovated football field.
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Newly renovated Boundary Oak Golf Course
Carriage Hills is home to a public park and minutes from golfing and hiking opportunities. Arbolado Park spans nearly 27 acres and has soccer fields, tennis courts and a playground. Since 1969, the public has come to the 18-hole Boundary Oak Golf Course to practice, play tournaments and learn the game. Its newly renovated driving range will reopen in 2025. Hiking and biking trails wind through the grassy knolls of Walnut Creek Open Space and Lime Ridge Open Space. However, poor air quality in the region is possible because of topography, wind and vehicle emissions.
The newly renovated driving range at Boundary Oaks offers an upgraded experience for golfers.
Enjoy a relaxing day at Acalorado Park, featuring walking paths and beautiful scenery.
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Going out in Walnut Creek
Two shopping centers are close by on either side of Ygnacio Valley Road. The Orchards at Walnut Creek has Safeway and chain restaurants like Burger Lounge, where kids eat free on Tuesdays. Across the street, Encina Grande Shopping Center is home to Whole Foods Market, Walgreens and family-owned Rocco’s Ristorante Pizzeria, where live musicians serenade guests on Thursday evenings. Beyond daily errands, locals can head downtown for entertainment; downtown Walnut Creek has a movie theater and a slew of department stores in addition to The Lesher Center for the Arts. The Lesher Center shows all types of live performances, from dance to comedy. Downtown Walnut Creek is about ten minutes away by car.
Whole Foods in Walnut Creek offers a wide selection of organic and locally sourced products for healthy living.
The Safeway in the Carriage Hill area of Walnut Creek offers convenient grocery shopping with a wide selection of products.
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Navigating Carriage Hills and Walnut Creek
Bay Area commuters are less than 5 miles from Interstate 680 and the BART stations at Pleasant Hill/Contra Costa Centre and Walnut Creek. Emergency care at John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center is close at hand, just 3 miles west. Flights departing from Oakland International Airport are about 30 miles away.
Traffic on I-680 through the Carriage Hill neighborhood of Walnut Creek connects it to the area.
The Carriage Hill neighborhood in Walnut Creek offers a peaceful suburban vibe.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Parks in this Area
Arbolado Community Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Transit
Airport
Metro Oakland International
42 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Carriage Hills
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
2
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Carriage Hills, Walnut Creek sell after 13 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The average sale price for homes in Carriage Hills, Walnut Creek over the last 12 months is $1,883,181, consistent with the average 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
840
Median Age
50
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
21.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
26.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$210,828
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$206,865
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.5%
College Graduates
77.8%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
40.1%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
17''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
88°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
60/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
18/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
0/ 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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