Northgate Home for Sale

At the base of Mount Diablo, Northgate is a suburban Walnut Creek neighborhood known for its mountain views and excellent schools. The neighborhood includes developments like Diablo Shadows and Ranch Paraiso, which have a mix of single-family tract houses, midcentury modern ranch-style homes and larger contemporary residences built between the 1950s and the 2010s. Homes often showcase Craftsman and Mediterranean influences, with spacious layouts, natural light and attached garages. Lot sizes typically exceed a quarter of an acre, and some subdivisions include 1970s-era townhomes. Northgate is home to highly rated schools such as Walnut Acres Elementary, Foothill Middle and Northgate High, all of which have received accolades for their academic and arts programs. Residents enjoy access to parks and open spaces, including the athletic fields and walking trails at Arbolado Park and the playgrounds and paths at Diablo Shadows Park. Locals can go hiking and biking at Lime Ridge Open Space and Mount Diablo State Park. Shopping and dining options are plentiful in the area, with Encina Grande shopping plaza and The Orchards at Walnut Creek providing grocery stores, restaurants and breweries. Northgate is also just 4 miles from Walnut Creek’s downtown district, which is known for its restaurants and retailers. Commuting is convenient with Ygnacio Valley Road and the Walnut Creek BART station nearby. Bay Area drivers can get to Oakland in 20 miles and to downtown San Francisco in 28 miles. With a low CAP Index Crime Score, Northgate is among the safest neighborhoods in Walnut Creek.