$861,591Average Value$604Average Price per Sq Ft10Homes For Sale
Suburban calm with urban amenities
Howe Homestead isn’t a typical suburban neighborhood. Pressed against downtown Walnut Creek, this leafy residential area has easy access to all the shopping, dining and entertainment options of the city while offering a taste of suburban calm. “The draw here is that you still get a little bit of that urban lifestyle. It’s a nice transition for people moving out of major cities that don’t want the super quiet suburban lifestyle yet,” says Adam Dobrinich, a Realtor with eXp Realty who both lives in and sells extensively in Walnut Creek. With both single and multifamily options, Howe Homestead accommodates buyers of many different budgets, although a competitive market and low inventory often lead to higher prices. Home values get another boost from the highly-rated school district. Throughout the year, residents come together for annual events at popular locations like Civic Park, which presents a gateway to many more hiking opportunities in the Diablo Range. Sandwiched between mountain peaks and high rises, Howe Homestead marries suburban comfort with urban spirit.
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.
Ranch-style homes are a popular architectural style in Howe Homestead.
Large single-family homes can be found in Howe Homestead.
Wide contemporary and ranch-style homes are typical in Howe Homestead.
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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.
Walnut Heights Elementary School provides quality education to students in Howe Homestead.
Walnut Creek Intermediate School serves students in Howe Homestead.
Las Lomas High School is a public high school serving students in Howe Homestead.
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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.
Howe Homestead Park is a popular place to go hiking and biking.
Residents can enjoy the community garden in Howe Homestead.
Wildlife can be spotted walking through the community garden in Howe Homestead.
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Safeway provides groceries and household necessities in Howe Homestead.
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.
The County Connection Bus Stop helps residents get around Howe Homestead.
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.
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.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Howe Homestead
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Howe Homestead Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Howe Homestead, Walnut Creek sell after 47 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Howe Homestead, Walnut Creek over the last 12 months is $625,000, up 28% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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