Welcome to Walnut Creek

Walnut Creek has the heartbeat of a city with all the security and friendliness of a small town. Here, people smile as they meander the cute shops in town and picnic in the park because they know they live in a place that has the best of both worlds.
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Attributes

suburban, vibrant, relaxed, laid back, city, busy, tech jobs

WALNUT CREEK, CA

Commute Times
San Francisco 35m by train,
Oakland 25m by train,
Silicon Valley 55m by car
Boundaries
East to West Lafayette to the west and Mt. Diablo to the east
North to South Pleasant Hill to the north and Alamo to the south

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Walnut creek:
All the amenities and industry of a city without the congestion and the bustle.

Walnut Creek has the heartbeat of a city with all the security and friendliness of a small town. Here, people smile as they meander the cute shops in town and picnic in the park because they know they live in a place that has the best of both worlds.

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What to expect:
Friendly, laid back vibes in an upscale environment.

Innovation and opportunity abound for professionals in Walnut Creek, which means you don’t have to commute to any of the Bay’s biggest cities, though that’s easy enough to do if you must, but you’ll want to be back to stroll around downtown for date night or to enjoy a quiet night in.

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The lifestyle:
A vibrant downtown and friendly neighbors everywhere define Walnut Creek’s irresistible charm.

A walkable city center with wine bars and diverse and innovative restaurants will satisfy any palate while Walnut Creek’s 15 parks were built for family adventures and lazy picnics in the shade.

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Unexpected appeal:
Lovers of the outdoors swoon at the ease of getting outside in nature and breathing the fresh air right in their own backyard.

In the shadow of towering Mt. Diablo, Walnut Creek has some of the best access to hikes and outdoor adventures in the Bay Area, which balance out time spent soaking in the delights of downtown.

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The market:
Walnut Creek has options to choose from, whether you’re searching for the perfect condo, single-family home or tucked-away mansion.

Walnut Creek offers homes with sprawling yards with lush green grass and plentiful fruit trees, perfect for families. And for those looking for something closer to an urban experience, there are condos and apartments in the buzz of downtown. Median home prices, below $900,000, are less than many of the surrounding areas, which is a testament to the incredible value of living here.

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You'll fall in love with:
The neighbors, the job opportunities and the little-city feel you’ll never need to leave.

Perfect for young professionals, families looking to put down roots and nature lovers, Walnut Creek is the kind of place where neighbors smile as they pass you on the street and welcome you to town with baked goods. Oakland and San Francisco are just a short train ride away, which makes traveling to the big city easy, but when you have all you need here, why would you ever need to?

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