About the communities of Central Contra Costa County
Contra Costa County has a variety of attractive residential areas offering different lifestyles. There is a wide choice of planned unit developments, condominiums, apartments, country homes and suburban tracts and custom homes of all styles and sizes. Most residential communities provide nearby amenities such as swimming pools, stables, tennis courts and golf courses. Cities are increasingly well planned with ample areas designated for open space. They are well governed by their respective city councils.
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Contra Costa County’s pleasant lifestyle combines Mediterranean climate and scenic surroundings with excellent schools, abundant recreational facilities, a variety of cultural programs and highly developed shopping centers. California’s relaxed living style is enjoyed to its utmost in Contra Costa County.
Contra Costa County has a place of worship for almost any religious affiliation. With twelve major hospitals, numerous “urgent care” centers, and an extensive paramedic program, the county health care is excellent.
Recreation facilities are abundant in Contra Costa County with nearly 50,000 acres of land dedicated to Regional Parks. Boating, fishing, water sports, trail riding and camping are offered by the 15 large recreational areas. Skiing and mountain recreation are available within an easy three-hour drive to the Sierra Nevada Range.
Neighborhood Parks and community associations offer hundreds of activities, classes, and programs for all ages. Golfing and horseback riding facilities are excellent and abundant.
Contra Costa County has a place of worship for almost any religious affiliation. With twelve major hospitals, numerous “urgent care” centers, and an extensive paramedic program, the county health care is excellent.
Recreation facilities are abundant in Contra Costa County with nearly 50,000 acres of land dedicated to Regional Parks. Boating, fishing, water sports, trail riding and camping are offered by the 15 large recreational areas. Skiing and mountain recreation are available within an easy three-hour drive to the Sierra Nevada Range.
Neighborhood Parks and community associations offer hundreds of activities, classes, and programs for all ages. Golfing and horseback riding facilities are excellent and abundant.
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Alamo
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Alhambra ValleyAlhambra Valley is in the heart of the rural area in Martinez and stretches from the Muir home at the North to the Briones Hills on the South, from the Vaca Canyon on the West to the Tavan Ranch at the East. It is surrounded by the round Contra Costa Hills. The Alhambra Valley is steeped in history going back to the days when John Muir and John Swett resided in the area. The homes in this unique semi-rural community vary from modest ranch style homes to large custom homes and ranches
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Clayton
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ConcordConcord has grown from a small town to a City has remained a wonderful place to live. A wide variety of recreational and cultural programs are available. Attractive homes, excellent educational opportunities, and easy access to all Bay Area cities make Concord highly desirable to a diverse cross section of people and businesses.
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Danville
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LafayetteSet among the East Bay hills, Lafayette homes and small ranches exude a quiet, rural atmosphere. Oak trees and horse trails thrive next to swimming pools and tennis courts. Tree lined residential areas surround a downtown area which includes smaller homes and apartments, as well as schools, churches, a library, and a business section, which offers the necessities and amenities of contemporary life. A large percentage of employed residents of Lafayette are executives and professional people. In many cases they have sought out Lafayette for its quiet sophistication, its easy access to the rest of the Bay Area, and its outstanding schools
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MartinezMartinez is a historic waterfront town nestled between the Mt Diablo hills and the straights of Carquinez. A bustling shipping and trading town during the 1850’s gold rush, it was incorporated in 1876. Martinez is the County Seat of Contra Costa, rich in early California history. Its natural harbor is situated on the Sacramento River Delta, Martinez has 70 Miles of waterfront available for boating and fishing. Martinez offers some of the most affordable housing in the central county area. Martinez is filled with rich culture, a quaint historic feel, and many bustling small businesses. Discover this hidden East Bay Area gem
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Moraga
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OrindaOrinda’s beauty, easy commute, excellent schools, history, culture, affluence, and serenity make Orinda a special place to call home. Orinda is one of the most prestigious towns in Contra Costa County. It attracts many of the Bay Area’s professional and executives who live there because of its proximity to San Francisco as well as to other areas of business and leisure. The city of Orinda is nestled in a valley on the east side of the Oakland-Berkeley hills. It offers its residents a quiet, peaceful setting away from the hustle and bustle often associated with many other parts of the central county
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Pleasant Hill
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San RamonSan Ramon located in the heart of the San Ramon Valley, is a newly developed residential area for city workers who prefer to live in the country. The area is rapidly becoming a regional center for national corporations. The City of San Ramon is considered a premier residential community in the San Francisco Bay Area. People come to San Ramon for its beautiful vistas, fine weather, good schools, attractive parks, and access to work. Some of the best of what Northern California has to offer in recreation, entertainment, leisure, and more, is less than an hour away in any direction
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Walnut Creek
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Alamo • Alhambra Valley • Clayton • Concord • Danville • Lafayette • Lamorinda • Martinez • Moraga • Orinda • Pleasant Hill • San Ramon • Walnut Creek
