Howe Homestead
Suburban Neighborhood in Walnut Creek, California
Contra Costa County 94596, 94598
Ranch- and Craftsman-style homes
Modern ranch- and Craftsman-style homes make up the majority of Howe Homestead’s housing stock. Special touches like barrel-tile roofs and stone facades help each home stand out amid the neighborhood’s thick cover of pines and oaks. But single-family homes aren’t the only option here. Dobrinich says condos are just as popular in this area, providing an affordable option for first-time buyers who want to stay close to the city. Regardless of housing type, though, Dobrinich stresses Walnut Creek’s fast-paced market. “If a property is desirable, it’s likely to sell over asking with multiple offers, even with the current high interest rates,” he says. Condos usually list in the $600,000 to $700,000 range, although there are luxury options available for quite a bit more. Single-family homes on spacious lots average just over $1 million but can list as high as $3 million.
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Scenic trails and a community garden at Howe Homestead Park
At Howe Homestead Park, neighbors work side-by-side tending to 48 plots in a large community garden. The park is also a popular spot for hikers to begin the 10-mile journey to the crest of Mount Diablo, which sits nearly 4,000 feet above sea level. Civic Park rests at the edge of downtown Walnut Creek, creating an easy and scenic bike route into the city. This 10-acre park features a bright red and blue playscape, a community center and tree-shaded trails that showcase local art installations.
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Learning in Howe Homestead's schools
Students in Howe Homestead are zoned for the Walnut Creek Elementary School District and the Acalanes Union High School District, which both include schools maintaining grades of A or better on Niche. After attending Walnut Heights Elementary School, students can move on to Walnut Creek Intermediate School. At Las Lomas High School, interested students can participate in the well-attended Speech and Debate Team or join one of the other 70-plus clubs offered.
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An art and wine festival and annual Oktoberfest
Just a few miles north of the neighborhood, Heather Farm Park welcomes residents and visitors for the annual Walnut Creek Art & Wine Festival, a tradition heading into its fourth decade. This 100-acre park also hosts private events throughout the year at its reservable picnic areas. With an all-abilities playground, fishing pond and skate park, it’s a top destination for kids’ birthday parties. At Civic Park, residents come together in the fall for Walnut Creek Oktoberfest, which lasts for two days and features plenty of music, crafts, food and, of course, beer.
Navigating Walnut Creek and commuting to Silicon Valley
Howe Homestead’s walkable residential streets and proximity to downtown make the area easy to navigate on foot, and abundant trails offer safe routes for bikers. Public transportation is also available in the downtown area. For commuters, Interstate 680 offers a direct, roughly 50-mile route to Silicon Valley, while state Route 24 leads into Oakland. I-680 also leads past major hospitals like San Ramon Regional Medical Center, which is just 12 miles south.
Shopping and dining in downtown Walnut Creek
With proximity to downtown Walnut Creek, residents have no shortage of shopping and dining opportunities close to home. Across the street from Safeway, which sits on the outer edge of downtown and provides the closest grocery option, Broadway Plaza serves as the retail center for the community with more than 80 storefronts. “You do still have options if you’re looking to avoid the downtown traffic,” Dobrinich says, pointing out that many residents also take advantage of The Orchards at Walnut Creek shopping center, which is less than 5 miles up Ygnacio Valley Road and anchored by a Safeway and a Petco.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kelly Crawford
Kelly Crawford
Vanguard Properties
(925) 396-7158
203 Total Sales
1 in Howe Homestead
$1,175,000 Price
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RANJIT SINGH
RANJIT SINGH
Responds QuicklyRelentless Real Estate
(341) 222-3382
77 Total Sales
1 in Howe Homestead
$335,000 Price
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Milan Jezdimirovic
Milan Jezdimirovic
Responds QuicklyCompass
(650) 870-9399
94 Total Sales
1 in Howe Homestead
$1,465,000 Price
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Soraya Golesorkhi
Soraya Golesorkhi
Coldwell Banker
(925) 326-6671
60 Total Sales
1 in Howe Homestead
$1,450,000 Price
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Lynda Dimond
Lynda Dimond
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty
(925) 940-9023
96 Total Sales
1 in Howe Homestead
$490,000 Price
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Jordan Burns
Jordan Burns
Responds QuicklySecurity Pacific Real Estate
(707) 949-3681
35 Total Sales
1 in Howe Homestead
$600,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
San Miguel Park
Lar Rieu Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Howe Homestead Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Hiking
Alma Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Civic Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Walnut Creek Skatepark
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Howe Homestead | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Howe Homestead Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Howe Homestead, Walnut Creek sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Howe Homestead, Walnut Creek over the last 12 months is $490,000, down 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$469,000
Median Sale Price
$490,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,799,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,360,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$469,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
42
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$598
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
959
Number of Homes for Sale
19
Median Year Built
1971
Months of Supply
5.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,004
On par with the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,855
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,058
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
704
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,196
Open Houses
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Sunday, Jun 221 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,145 - $2,395 per month
- Shutters Apartments
- 2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 850+ Sq Ft
- 135 Sharene Ln
- Walnut Creek, CA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,407
Median Age
42
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$136,173
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$157,516
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
98.4%
College Graduates
72.7%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
39.8%
Significantly above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
64.1%
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®
37
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
54
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
31
/ 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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