Contra Costa County
Danville
Top schools, top prices in the San Ramon Valley
Overview
Danville is a San Ramon Valley town known for its schools and a historic downtown — generally one of the higher price points in Contra Costa County, trading affordability for space and school quality.
Typical home price
$2M
Condo / townhome price
$750K
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 | 45–65 min | Drive to Dublin/Pleasanton BART, then ~40 min |
| Oakland | 30–40 min | Drive to BART, then ~30 min |
| San Ramon | 10 min | Limited |
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 Vista High School | San Ramon Valley Unified School District (SRVUSD) | high | A+ |
| San Ramon Valley High School | San Ramon Valley Unified School District (SRVUSD) | high | A |
| Tassajara Hills Elementary School | San Ramon Valley Unified School District (SRVUSD) | elementary | A |
Pros
- Strong school reputation drives long-term resale demand
- Historic downtown and established neighborhoods
- More space than closer-in East Bay suburbs
Cons
- One of the higher price points in Contra Costa County
- No BART station; I-680 can be slow at peak hours
- Limited condo/townhome inventory for a lower entry price
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