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Lafayette

Lafayette is located on 15 square miles in Contra Costa County...

Property Listings

For Sale
MLS® 41082413

$25,000,000

1288 Rose Ln, Lafayette, CA 94549
5 Beds 9 Baths 11,370 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 41077087

$7,950,000

66 Lucas Ranch Rd, Lafayette, CA 94549
5 Beds 6 Baths 4,788 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 41083215

$7,450,000

1177 Estates Dr, Lafayette, CA 94549
6 Beds 9 Baths 9,985 Sq.Ft.
Pending
MLS® 41077033

$5,780,000

4146 Canyon Rd, Lafayette, CA 94549
4 Beds 7 Baths 8,282 Sq.Ft.
For Sale
MLS® 41035857

$5,490,000

1011 Brown Avenue, Lafayette, CA 94549
12,271 Sq.Ft.
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Welcome to Lafayette

 

Lafayette is located on 15 square miles in Contra Costa County, one of nine counties of the San Francisco Bay Area. The City was incorporated in 1968, although settlement of the area began in 1848. Lafayette is noted for its high quality of life with top rated schools, low crime rate, small town downtown, clean air, mild climate and oak tree-studded hills. Located between Berkeley and Walnut Creek, Lafayette has its own Bay Area Rapid Transit station (BART) and is only a 25 minute BART ride from San Francisco.
 

Happy Valley

 
The acclaimed Happy Valley Elementary School serves as the anchor of this prestigious Lafayette neighborhood. The style of homes here is varied - with single level ranchers, sprawling estates, or hilltop contemporaries being common. The proximity to downtown Lafayette, BART, the Lafayette Reservoir, Oakwood Athletic Club, and excellent schools makes this area a desirable place to call home.
 

Burton Valley

 
The most traditional suburban of Lafayette’s neighborhoods, single-level ranch homes are the most common style found here. A strong feeling of community permeates and the mostly flat streets and walking trails make outdoor activities a prime focus. Near the Lafayette Community Center, ball fields, St. Mary’s College, and fantastic schools all contribute to the charm of this neighborhood.
 

Downtown Lafayette

 
The most diverse selection of housing in Lafayette can be found in this neighborhood; condominiums are plentiful and many are within walking distance to BART and Mt. Diablo Blvd’s lively restaurant and shopping scene. Single-family residences in various sizes can also be found, many within walking distance to Lafayette Elementary, Stanley Middle Schools, the Lafayette Reservoir, and trails.
 

Reliez Valley

 
Called Lafayette’s most “rural” neighborhood, Reliez Valley is home to Springhill Elementary School, Acalanes High School, Briones Regional Park, scenic walking and biking trails. Homes here vary in size, acreage, and style - pastoral living in a beautiful setting, located among the hills and valley floor. Baywood, a sought after gated community of 90 homes, is also located here.

Overview for Lafayette, CA

25,384 people live in Lafayette, where the median age is 44.8 and the average individual income is $97,946. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

25,384

Total Population

44.8 years

Median Age

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

$97,946

Average individual Income

Around Lafayette, CA

There's plenty to do around Lafayette, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.

96
Walker's Paradise
Walking Score
63
Bikeable
Bike Score

Points of Interest

Explore popular things to do in the area, including Reasonable Foods, My Sustainable Table, and Walnut Creek Capoeira - ContraMestre Sabia.

Name Category Distance Reviews
Ratings by Yelp
Reasonable Foods Logo
Dining 0.09 miles 7 reviews 5/5 stars
My Sustainable Table Logo
Dining 0.22 miles 23 reviews 5/5 stars
Walnut Creek Capoeira - ContraMestre Sabia Logo
Active 3.07 miles 5 reviews 5/5 stars
Kyokushin Wah Dojo Logo
Active 4.6 miles 11 reviews 5/5 stars
Gillham Fitness Logo
Active 0.49 miles 9 reviews 5/5 stars
Daniel Brodigan Hair Design Logo
Beauty 3.33 miles 14 reviews 5/5 stars

Demographics and Employment Data for Lafayette, CA

Population Households Employment

Lafayette has 8,917 households, with an average household size of 2.84. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Lafayette do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 25,384 people call Lafayette home. The population density is 1,689.53 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.

25,384

Total Population

High

Population Density Population Density This is the number of people per square mile in a neighborhood.

44.8

Median Age

50.98 / 49.02%

Men vs Women

Population by Age Group

0-9:

0-9 Years

10-17:

10-17 Years

18-24:

18-24 Years

25-64:

25-64 Years

65-74:

65-74 Years

75+:

75+ Years

Education Level

  • Less Than 9th Grade
  • High School Degree
  • Associate Degree
  • Bachelor Degree
  • Graduate Degree
8,917

Total Households

2.84

Average Household Size

$97,946

Average individual Income

Households with Children

With Children:

Without Children:

Marital Status

Married
Single
Divorced
Separated

Blue vs White Collar Workers

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White Collar:

Commute Time

0 to 14 Minutes
15 to 29 Minutes
30 to 59 Minutes
60+ Minutes

Schools in Lafayette, CA

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The following schools are within or nearby Lafayette. The rating and statistics can serve as a starting point to make baseline comparisons on the right schools for your family. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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