Why Live in Del Rey
Del Rey in Orinda, CA, is a neighborhood known for its midcentury architecture, featuring upscale ranch homes and midcentury modern styles. These homes, built during the Bay Area’s midcentury construction boom, are typically situated on wooded lots along narrow roads in the hills, providing residents with privacy and, in some cases, sweeping views of East Bay. The neighborhood is close to several outdoor features, including Reinhardt Redwood Regional Park and Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve, both offering extensive hiking and biking opportunities. Del Rey is also near Moraga Country Club, which includes an 18-hole golf course, a clubhouse, a swimming pool, and tennis courts. For shopping and dining, residents are just 2 miles from Moraga Shopping Center, which hosts local restaurants, a brewery, an ice cream shop, and a Safeway grocery store, as well as the popular Moraga Farmer’s Market every Sunday. Downtown Orinda, 3 miles north, offers a small-town feel with independent shops, restaurants, and a historic movie theater. The neighborhood is within walking or biking distance to highly rated schools, including Del Rey Elementary School, Orinda Intermediate School, and Miramonte High School, the latter of which has received both the California Distinguished Schools Award and a National Blue Ribbon Award. Del Rey is 3 miles from State Route 24, providing access to Oakland (9 miles) and Downtown San Francisco (17 miles), with the Orinda BART station offering rail travel across the Bay Area. The nearest hospital is Kaiser Permanente Walnut Creek Medical Center. However, the area is at risk for wildfires due to its woodland location.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Del Rey a good place to live?
Del Rey is a good place to live. Del Rey is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Del Rey is a neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Del Rey has 4 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 47. The average household income is $211,120 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 83.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Del Rey are home owners, with 12% of residents renting and 88% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Del Rey can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Del Rey neighborhood guide.
Is Del Rey, CA a safe neighborhood?
Del Rey, CA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Del Rey?
The median home price in Del Rey is $1,288,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $257,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $6,680 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $286K a year to afford the median home price in Del Rey. The average household income in Del Rey is $211K.
What are the best public schools in Del Rey?
The best public schools that serve Del Rey are:
What are the best private schools in Del Rey?
The best private schools that serve Del Rey are:
- The Saklan School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 6:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
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Home Trends in Del Rey, CA
On average, homes in Del Rey, Orinda sell after 93 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Del Rey, Orinda over the last 12 months is $1,320,000.
Median Sale Price
$1,320,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,320,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$503
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Median List Price
$1,288,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-2%