San Ramon, California is a peaceful community that has something to offer both the young and old. There are dozens of San Ramon homes for sale in a variety of different locations, sizes and prices.

San Ramon Homes for Sale

The city of San Ramon

In the 2000 census, San Ramon had a population of 44,722. The median age of residents was approximately 37 years old and the median household income was $96,000 per year, which is significantly above the national average. The median house value in 2000 was $428,700 and those values have continued to appreciate over the past few years, which is an important factor to consider when looking at the many San Ramon homes for sale.

San Ramon is a part of the scenic Tri-Valley area of California which is known for its lush rolling hills and famous wineries. The city has a rather mild, year-round climate with the winter months ranging between the 50s and 60s and the summer months ranging between the 70s and 80s. Because of the mild climate and wonderful scenery, residents can enjoy outdoor recreation all year long. San Ramon has several public and private golf courses, hiking, biking, and equestrian trails, and plenty of public parks to enjoy a relaxing picnic or game of Frisbee. Another wonderful way to relax is to visit one of San Ramon’s fifteen wineries. The region calls itself “ California’s Original Wine Country” and visitors are always welcome to enjoy the peaceful, serene atmosphere of the wineries.

For those who prefer a more fast-paced environment, the busy city of San Francisco is only about 40 miles away. The city offers great shopping venues and endless entertainment. There is also a plethora of sporting events in or near San Francisco. Depending on the season, you can see the San Francisco 49ers, the San Francisco Giants, the Oakland Raiders and the Oakland Athletics. With the city’s proximity to these venues, buying one of the San Ramon homes for sale is a sports fan’s paradise.

For residents who have children or are planning on having children in the future, education is considered a very important priority in the community. San Ramon has great elementary, junior and senior high schools because the city aims to help students have a successful future by providing challenging and diverse learning opportunities. The schools are highly rated and provide wonderful educational achievement opportunities because of the relatively small classes and skilled teachers. San Ramon is also home to a two-year community college, a satellite campus of the University of LaVerne and University of Redlands and it is in close proximity to other highly-acclaimed California universities and colleges.

Perhaps a concern for those looking at San Ramon homes for sale is the safety of the area. Fortunately, the city has a significantly low crime rate in comparison to the national average. Local leaders are continually working to develop new programs to prevent crime and strengthen the community.

The homes that are available in San Ramon include luxury homes, modest single-family homes, townhouses and condominiums. San Ramon homes for sale typically range from $425,000 to $475,000. However, they can start as low as $350,000 and go up as high as $1-2 million.

Yes, buying a home in San Ramon can be relatively expensive. However, living in a safe, clean, relaxing community that offers recreation and enjoyment all year round will be worth your money.

By Brianna Steffensen

A REALTOR® is a real estate professional who is a member of the National Association of REALTORS®