Carriage Hills South, Richmond, CA
At a glance
Carriage Hills South is ranked #4 of 32 neighborhoods in Richmond with an overall score of 3.4/5. Its standout factors are curb appeal (4.0/5) and public spaces (4.0/5), at a median home price of $899.34k, which Houseberry currently rates as undervalued by about $9,000. It ranks 5th of 32 in Richmond for safety. The trade-off is schools (3.1/5), with prices running about 36% above the Richmond median.
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Carriage Hills South sits just below its northern twin, and the DNA is the same: large, multi-level custom homes from the late 1980s, its own homeowners' association, and streets that climb rather than run straight. What you are buying into here is the quiet. This is a hillside, cul-de-sac kind of neighborhood where the loudest thing most afternoons is the wind coming off Sobrante Ridge. The views are the headline, and they earn it. From the higher lots you get long looks across the valleys toward San Pablo Bay. Sobrante Ridge Regional Preserve is the neighborhood's backyard for hiking and dog-walking, and the recreation around Kennedy Grove and the San Pablo Reservoir is a few minutes' drive away. The honest catch is the one that comes with any of these eastern hill pockets. You are committed to driving for groceries, schools, and just about everything else, and the winding approach roads were not built for speed. If you want polish, space, and a view, and you do not mind the car dependence, Carriage Hills South delivers it.
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Public Spaces4
Curb Appeal4
Overall Amenities score: 3.2 (1)
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Marin Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Ocean View Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Olinda Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Betty Reid Soskin Middle | Middle | 7-8 |
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Is Carriage Hills South a good place to live?
Carriage Hills South ranks 4th of 32 neighborhoods in Richmond with an overall Houseberry score of 3.4 out of 5. Its strongest factors are curb appeal (4.0/5) and public spaces (4.0/5). The trade-offs are schools (3.1/5) and a median home price of $899.34k against the Richmond median of $662k.
Is Carriage Hills South safe?
Carriage Hills South, Richmond scores 3.7 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 5th of 32 neighborhoods in Richmond.
What do homes in Carriage Hills South cost?
The median home price in Carriage Hills South, Richmond is $899.34k, compared with $662k for Richmond as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it undervalued by about $9,000 against comparable neighborhoods.
Are home prices in Carriage Hills South rising or falling?
The median home price in Carriage Hills South, Richmond is roughly flat over the past 12 months, at $899.34k against $899.34k a year earlier. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Carriage Hills South?
Schools serving Carriage Hills South, Richmond include Cornell Elementary (4.7/5), Marin Elementary (4.5/5), Ocean View Elementary (3.5/5), Olinda Elementary (3.1/5) and Betty Reid Soskin Middle (1.7/5).
What is the weather like in Carriage Hills South?
Carriage Hills South, Richmond receives 78% of its possible sunshine, 3rd of 33 in Richmond. Summer days run 54° to 80°F and winter days 43° to 57°F, July is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 24 inches a year.
Is Carriage Hills South walkable to shops and restaurants?
Carriage Hills South, Richmond scores 4.0 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.2 out of 5, 6th of 32 in Richmond.
What is Carriage Hills South known for?
Carriage Hills South, Richmond is associated with Peaceful atmosphere, Suburban comfort and Panoramic views. Its highest-scoring factors are curb appeal (4.0/5) and public spaces (4.0/5).
How does Carriage Hills South compare to other Richmond neighborhoods?
Carriage Hills South ranks 4th of 32 neighborhoods in Richmond. It ranks 5th of 32 in Richmond for safety (3.7/5) and scores lowest on schools (3.1/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Richmond are Countryside and Point Richmond.
What are the downsides of living in Carriage Hills South?
Carriage Hills South, Richmond scores lowest on schools (3.1/5). Its median home price of $899.34k runs about 36% above the Richmond median of $662k.
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