A Guide to Danville, CA

Danville At-a-Glance

The town of Danville is one of the wealthiest suburbs of Oakland and San Francisco. In addition, Danville ranks as the 2nd highest-income place in the U.S. with a population of 44,164 (2021) and is well-known for its high-end real estate and coveted country clubs. However, one of Danville’s most desirable attributes is its sense of community. If you are considering moving to Danville, you will find a wide variety of residential choices and will be welcomed by friendly people.

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Set in a narrow section of the San Ramon Valley, Danville has the Las Trampas Ridge to the west and the Diablo Range to the east. The town is comprised of approximately 18 square miles, and its most prominent landmark is Mount Diablo, providing a majestic backdrop for Danville as well as neighboring towns and cities. Sycamore Creek drains some of the Mount Diablo slopes and flows through Danville.

People & Demographics

Danville is one of the incorporated municipalities in California that uses "town" in its name instead of "city". Danville has a current population of 44,164 (as of 2021). There are 33,388 adults (8,222 of whom are seniors). The median age of Danville residents is 45.7.

Climate

Danville's weather typifies a Mediterranean climate. Summers are hot and dry, while winters are mild or cool, wet, and rather short. Average January temperatures are a maximum of 56 °F (13 °C) and a minimum of 39 °F (4 °C). Average July temperatures are a maximum of 89 °F (32 °C) and a minimum of 57 °F (14 °C).

Housing

As of 2021, the typical home value of homes in Danville is $1,959,144 (seasonally adjusted and only includes the middle price tier of homes). Danville home values have gone up 10.6% over the past year.

In January 2021, the median list price of homes for sale in Danville CA was $1.6M, trending up 16.9% year-over-year. The median listing price per square foot was $581. The median sale price for residential real estate in Danville CA was $1.5M. The average rental in Danville is $2,480, a 4% increase compared to the previous year when the average rent was $2,390.

Shopping & Dining

Danville is home to more than a dozen shopping centers that include local and national brand stores,  salons, spas, beauty services, movie theaters, museums, art galleries, venues for music programs, a range of excellent restaurants, and casual eateries, and much more. Blackhawk Plaza is the premier shopping center in Danville. The upscale modern mall includes retail shops, beautifully landscaped grounds, a theater, a museum, an interior aquatic garden, scattered bistro seating, a children’s play area, and promotional and community events.

Additional shopping destinations in Danville include Castle Square, Town and Country, Green Valley, Crossroads of Danville, Sycamore Square, Danville Square,  Tassajara Crossing, The Village at Tassajara, and Danville Livery & Mercantile.

Outdoor Recreation & Parks

Danville's year-round warm-sunny weather allows families to spend plenty of quality time outdoors, with numerous parks, natural creeks, hiking, and biking trails, and dedicated open space. The 32-mile Iron Horse Regional Trail passes through Danville and runs between  Concord and Pleasanton, following the Southern Pacific Railroad right-of-way (established in 1891). Mount Diablo State Park is a 20,000-acre park that protects Mount Diablo while providing spectacular views from its summit.

Las Trampas Regional Wilderness offers 5,342 acres of wilderness and an expanded trail system. Diablo Vista Park features sports fields, sports courts, a playground, and an iconic mosaic snake sculpture. Oak Hill Park has a picnic area, hiking and horseback trails, and a summer concert series. Osage Station Park is a 35-acre park featuring tennis courts, baseball diamonds, soccer fields, playground, rose garden, and path around the park. Sycamore Valley Park offers ball fields, paths, a children’s playground, and a picnic area. Canine Corral is a dog park with separate play areas for large and small dogs. The community has several other great parks as well.

Schools & Education

Danville is served by the San Ramon Valley Unified School District.  Schools include John Baldwin Elementary School, Green Valley Elementary School, Greenbrook Elementary School, Montair Elementary School, Sycamore Valley Elementary School, Vista Grande Elementary School, Los Cerros Middle School, Charlotte Wood Middle School, Diablo Vista Middle School, Monte Vista High School, San Ramon Valley High School, and Del Amigo High (Continuation).  Private schools in Danville include San Ramon Valley Christian Academy (Christian), St. Isidore’s School (Roman Catholic), and The Athenian School (college preparatory and boarding school).

Hospitals & Medical Centers

Hospitals/medicals centers serving the community include Crow Canyon Medical Center (Danville), San Ramon Regional Medical Center (San Ramon), John Muir Medical Center (San Ramon), and Blackhawk Medical Walk-In Clinic, a division of Bass Medical Group (Danville).

Transporation

Interstate 680 serves as the main highway in and out of Danville. The County Connection transit agency provides bus service throughout the East Bay communities of Danville, Concord, Pleasant Hill, Martinez, Walnut Creek, Clayton, Lafayette, Orinda, Moraga, Danville, and San Ramon. To reach a community outside the East Bay, you can ride Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART). The nearest major airport is Oakland International Airport, located 28 miles from the center of Danville. Another major airport is Norman Y. Mineta San Jose International Airport, located 38 miles from town. San Francisco International Airport is about a 42-mile drive from Danville.

Public Transportation Includes:

• The County Connection (CCCTA)
• Bay Area Rapid Transit (BART)
• Altamont Commuter Express (ACE) Train
• Bishop Ranch Shuttle Bus
• Amtrak Capitol Corridor (from Martinez Station)