Contra Costa County
Concord
The Bay Area's classic BART entry point
Overview
Concord is a BART-connected Contra Costa County city that has long served as an entry point for buyers moving out from the inner East Bay in search of more space for the price.
Typical home price
$809K
Condo / townhome price
$325K
Starter home price
Data coming soon
Typical HOA
Data coming soon
Commute & access
Typical drive and transit times to common Bay Area destinations.
| Destination | Drive | Transit |
|---|---|---|
| San Francisco | 40–60 min | BART ~55–60 min |
| Oakland | 25–30 min | BART ~35 min |
| Walnut Creek | 10 min | BART ~8 min |
Schools
Top-rated campuses serving this city, by district. See the full School Ratings Finder for every campus and filter.
| School | District | Level | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monte Gardens Elementary School | Mt. Diablo Unified School District (MDUSD) | elementary | B+ |
| Highlands Elementary School | Mt. Diablo Unified School District (MDUSD) | elementary | B+ |
| Concord High School | Mt. Diablo Unified School District (MDUSD) | high | B |
| Ygnacio Valley High School | Mt. Diablo Unified School District (MDUSD) | high | B- |
| Mt. Diablo High School | Mt. Diablo Unified School District (MDUSD) | high | C |
Pros
- Concord BART station for a direct SF commute
- More space for the price than closer-in East Bay cities
- Established, walkable downtown
Cons
- BART ride to SF runs close to an hour
- Summer heat is more extreme than the inner Bay
- Inventory and character vary a lot by neighborhood
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