HOUSING

Richmond offers a variety of housing options from the historic areas of Point Richmond on the shore of San Francisco Bay to the Richmond Hills, with views of the Oakland skyline to the south and Mount Tamalpais to the west. Easy access to freeways and the BART system permits convenient commuting to the Bay Area’s major employment centers.

Prices of housing from condominiums to mansions vary from a few in the $200,000 range to some well over $1,000,000. The average residential property sale price in 2004 was $394,062. As of July 2005, that figure had increased to $465,846. A growing population and a scarcity of available housing stock continue to cause prices to increase and exacerbate the affordability challenge even further.

— Submitted by Terry Murphy, West Contra Costa Association of Realtors

You will find homes in all sizes, shapes and price ranges in Richmond. Affordable housing programs make home ownership available to those who otherwise might not afford the Bay Area. For more information, please contact the City of Richmond , (510) 307-8140, Community Housing Development Corporation, (510) 412-9290, or Richmond Neighborhood Housing Services, (510) 237-6459.

A knowledgeable realtor is a must when you’re buying real estate in Richmond. Go to our Membership Directory to find a local realtor.

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SCHOOLS

Richmond is located in the West Contra Costa Unified School District. Click here to find the school closest to where you live.

Mission Statement
We provide the highest quality education to enable all students to make positive life choices, strengthen our community, and successfully participate in a diverse and global society.

We provide excellent learning and teaching experiences; safe, student-centered learning environments; and support for all students and employees. We develop and maintain productive community partnerships and individual and collective accountability.

Equity Statement
The belief that all students can achieve at high levels of proficiency and that the effects of institutionalized racism can be mitigated is central to how equity is viewed in West Contra Costa Unified School District.