Richmond

Provides the opportunity to live in a gorgeous natural landscape on the water’s edge while still having access to the benefits of a big city.

Welcome to Richmond

A waterside haven with historical charm in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Richmond is an expensive neighborhood in the East Bay. This temperate pocket of the metropolitan area is surrounded by a lush array of state parks, beaches, and access to stunning shorelines. In the heart of the Bay Area, Richmond provides the opportunity to live in a gorgeous natural landscape on the water’s edge while still having access to the benefits of a big city.

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With a rich historical background, the architecture, culture, and lifestyle of this great town gives a nostalgic and comfortable feel. Richmond offers the conveniences people want as well as access to the entertainment and amenities of a city.

What to Love

  • In the heart of the San Francisco Bay Area
  • Unparalleled natural landscapes, parks, and preserves
  • Historical architecture and heritage
  • Suburban living and homes on the expansive coastline of California

Local Lifestyle

The jewel of Richmond is by far its exquisite natural landscape. Residents are attracted to Richmond for the access to a major city while being able to enjoy the peace and beauty of the shoreline. The residents of Richmond go to work, hike in a national park, and sample fine dining without needing to leave their neighborhood.

Dining, Entertainment & Shopping

The commerce and culture of Richmond leave nothing lacking. The town has an array of cultural cuisines and fine dining experiences to offer. Richmond is known for its delicious Latin food such as the famous Quesabirria tacos at El Garage. It is one of the few places where you can find strawberry Horchata, and it is made from scratch at El Garage in Richmond. Cinco De Mayo celebrations are widely visited and hosted by the Latin-owned businesses on 23rd Street in the Spring. Beautiful shoreline establishments, like Lara’s Fine Dining on the water, make for a special night out, any night. Favorite area coffee shops include Kaleidoscope in Point Richmond and Catahoula Coffee in East Richmond Heights.

Things to Do

Weekends can be spent, first and foremost, enjoying the pristine nature preserves. Richmond residents enjoy taking their pets to Point Isabel Regional Shoreline to play. Or they enjoy watersports, like kayaking and windsurfing. People enjoy the beautiful waterside park while learning a little history at the Rosie the Riveter Historical Park or take a refreshing hike among the greenery in Wildcat Canyon Park. Another popular spot is the community pool, the Richmond Plunge.
 
Beyond the innumerable outdoor activities, the town’s entertainment and nightlife are bustling. Dancing and cocktail bars, like The Factory Bar, and beer gardens are all available to meet new people and socialize. They serve craft beers along with specialty cocktails such as Ms. Gladys with tequila, mezcal, Cuyano, pineapple, and lime,
 
Richmond Country Club is atop a hill in Richmond and offers gorgeous views of the Golden Gate Bridge while you play the links on their 188-acre course. The course is also a picturesque location for weddings and other special occasions. The Richmond Art Center and NIAID Art Center are wonderful places to spend some time on rainy days when you can’t be out on the water.

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Schools In The Area

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Richmond College Preparatory 510-235-2066 Public KG-8
West County Mandarin 510-231-1453 Public KG-6
Caliber: Beta Academy 510-685-9886 Public KG-8
Middle College High School 510-215-3881 Public 9-12
Richmond College Preparatory 510-235-2066 Public KG-8
West County Mandarin 510-231-1453 Public KG-6
Caliber: Beta Academy 510-685-9886 Public KG-8
Olinda Elementary School 510-231-1452 Public KG-6
Nystrom Elementary School 510-231-1406 Public KG-6
Sheldon Elementary School 510-231-1414 Public KG-6
Aspire Richmond Technology Academy 510-480-0660 Public KG-5
Washington Elementary School 510-231-1417 Public KG-6
Vista High (Alternative) 510-231-1431 Public KG-12
Murphy Elementary School 510-231-1427 Public KG-6
King Elementary School 510-231-1403 Public KG-6
Grant Elementary School 510-231-1422 Public KG-6
Peres Elementary School 510-231-1407 Public KG-6
Lincoln Elementary School 510-231-1404 Public KG-6
Stege Elementary School 510-231-1425 Public KG-6
Highland Elementary School 510-231-1424 Public KG-6
Valley View Elementary School 510-231-1455 Public KG-6
Coronado Elementary School 510-231-1419 Public KG-6
Ford Elementary School 510-231-1421 Public KG-6
Cesar Chavez Elementary School 510-231-1418 Public KG-6
Richmond Charter Elementary-Benito Juarez 510-215-7009 Public KG-5
St David School 510-232-2283 Private PK-8
Pattys Montessori School 925-285-6013 Private PK-KG
Richmond College Preparatory 510-235-2066 Public KG-8
West County Mandarin 510-231-1453 Public KG-6
Caliber: Beta Academy 510-685-9886 Public KG-8
Richmond Charter Academy 510-235-2465 Public 6-8
Manzanita Middle School 510-222-3500 Public 6-8
Olinda Elementary School 510-231-1452 Public KG-6
Making Waves Academy 510-262-1511 Public 5-12
Nystrom Elementary School 510-231-1406 Public KG-6
Aspire Richmond Ca. College Preparatory Academy 510-434-5000 Public 6-12
Sheldon Elementary School 510-231-1414 Public KG-6
Aspire Richmond Technology Academy 510-480-0660 Public KG-5
Washington Elementary School 510-231-1417 Public KG-6
Vista High (Alternative) 510-231-1431 Public KG-12
Murphy Elementary School 510-231-1427 Public KG-6
Stege Elementary School 510-231-1425 Public KG-6
Grant Elementary School 510-231-1422 Public KG-6
Peres Elementary School 510-231-1407 Public KG-6
King Elementary School 510-231-1403 Public KG-6
Lincoln Elementary School 510-231-1404 Public KG-6
Ford Elementary School 510-231-1421 Public KG-6
Coronado Elementary School 510-231-1419 Public KG-6
Valley View Elementary School 510-231-1455 Public KG-6
Highland Elementary School 510-231-1424 Public KG-6
Cesar Chavez Elementary School 510-231-1418 Public KG-6
Richmond Charter Elementary-Benito Juarez 510-215-7009 Public KG-5
St David School 510-232-2283 Private PK-8
Richmond College Preparatory 510-235-2066 Public KG-8
Caliber: Beta Academy 510-685-9886 Public KG-8
Richmond Charter Academy 510-235-2465 Public 6-8
Manzanita Middle School 510-222-3500 Public 6-8
Making Waves Academy 510-262-1511 Public 5-12
Aspire Richmond Ca. College Preparatory Academy 510-434-5000 Public 6-12
Vista High (Alternative) 510-231-1431 Public KG-12
Summit Public School: Tamalpais 510-374-4185 Public 7-12
DeJean Middle School 510-231-1430 Public 7-8
St David School 510-232-2283 Private PK-8
Middle College High School 510-215-3881 Public 9-12
Leadership Public Schools: Richmond 510-235-4522 Public 9-12
Making Waves Academy 510-262-1511 Public 5-12
DeAnza High School 510-231-1440 Public 9-12
Aspire Richmond Ca. College Preparatory Academy 510-434-5000 Public 6-12
John Henry High School 510-235-2439 Public 9-12
Kennedy High School 510-231-1433 Public 9-12
Vista High (Alternative) 510-231-1431 Public KG-12
Summit Public School: Tamalpais 510-374-4185 Public 7-12
Richmond High School 510-231-1450 Public 9-12
Greenwood Academy 510-231-1402 Public 9-12
Salesian College Preparatory High School 510-234-4433 Private 9-12
Salesian High School 510-234-4433 Private 9-12

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