Countryside, Richmond, CA
At a glance
Countryside is ranked #5 of 32 neighborhoods in Richmond with an overall score of 3.2/5. Its standout factors are safety (3.7/5, 6th of 32 in Richmond) and public spaces (3.6/5), at a median home price of $787.16k. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (0.6/5) and schools (3.1/5), with prices running about 19% above the Richmond median.
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Countryside lives up to the name. It is one of the more rural-feeling corners of Richmond's eastern hills, where lots run large, fences give way to open slopes, and the pace drops noticeably the moment you turn off the main roads. The homes are mostly spread-out single-family properties, and the overall feel is closer to unincorporated El Sobrante than to the gridded flats of central Richmond. That semi-rural quiet is the whole appeal, and it comes with the usual hill-country tradeoff. There is not much in the way of shops or restaurants inside the neighborhood itself, so daily errands mean a short drive down to the Appian Way corridor, where the El Sobrante grocery stores, banks, and takeout are clustered. Sobrante Ridge Regional Preserve and the trails around it keep the outdoor options strong. One quirk worth knowing: this slice of the hills is split among Richmond, San Pablo, and Contra Costa County, so which agency answers for police, fire, or a pothole can depend on which side of a line your house sits on. Locals figure it out fast, but it surprises newcomers.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants0.6
Public Spaces3.6
Curb Appeal3.2
Overall Amenities score: 2.8
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cornell Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Olinda Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Betty Reid Soskin Middle | Middle | 7-8 |
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Is Countryside a good place to live?
Countryside ranks 5th of 32 neighborhoods in Richmond with an overall Houseberry score of 3.2 out of 5. Its strongest factors are safety (3.7/5) and public spaces (3.6/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (0.6/5) and schools (3.1/5) and a median home price of $787.16k against the Richmond median of $662k.
Is Countryside safe?
Countryside, Richmond scores 3.7 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 6th of 32 neighborhoods in Richmond.
What do homes in Countryside cost?
The median home price in Countryside, Richmond is $787.16k, compared with $662k for Richmond as a whole.
Are home prices in Countryside rising or falling?
The median home price in Countryside, Richmond is roughly flat over the past 12 months, at $787.16k against $787.16k a year earlier. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Countryside?
Schools serving Countryside, Richmond include Cornell Elementary (4.7/5), Olinda Elementary (3.1/5) and Betty Reid Soskin Middle (1.7/5).
What is the weather like in Countryside?
Countryside, Richmond receives 78% of its possible sunshine, the sunniest of Richmond's 33 neighborhoods. Summer days run 54° to 80°F and winter days 42° to 58°F, July is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 24 inches a year.
Is Countryside walkable to shops and restaurants?
Countryside, Richmond scores 0.6 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.6 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 2.8 out of 5, 26th of 32 in Richmond.
What is Countryside known for?
Countryside, Richmond is associated with Quiet streets and Suburban feel.
How does Countryside compare to other Richmond neighborhoods?
Countryside ranks 5th of 32 neighborhoods in Richmond. It ranks 6th of 32 in Richmond for safety (3.7/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (0.6/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Richmond are Point Richmond and Richmond Annex.
What are the downsides of living in Countryside?
Countryside, Richmond scores lowest on nearby merchants (0.6/5) and schools (3.1/5). Its median home price of $787.16k runs about 19% above the Richmond median of $662k.
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