East Concord, Concord, CA
At a glance
East Concord is ranked #22 of 42 neighborhoods in Concord with an overall score of 2.7/5. Its standout factor is safety (3.5/5, 19th of 42 in Concord), at a median home price of $840.37k, which Houseberry currently rates as overvalued by about $19,000. The trade-offs are schools (2.0/5) and nearby merchants (2.6/5).
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
East Concord covers the residential blocks east of downtown, filling the space between the Clayton Road and Concord Boulevard corridors as the city stretches toward Cowell and Ayers. It's a practical, central-feeling part of town that has been quietly gaining ground on price. The housing is dependable mid-century Concord, ranch and two-story homes on flat, established streets, with a few schools in the mix including Mountain View and Wren Avenue Elementary. Shopping sits along the bordering corridors rather than inside the neighborhood, so most errands are a short drive, and downtown's restaurants and BART are close enough to feel like an amenity. It doesn't have a signature park or a walkable core, and it reads as a workaday residential zone more than a destination. But the location is genuinely convenient, and the recent run-up in values suggests buyers are noticing what East Concord has long offered: a central address at a price that still trails the hillside neighborhoods.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants2.6
Public Spaces2.8
Curb Appeal3.2
Overall Amenities score: 2.9
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mountain View Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Westwood Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Wren Avenue Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| El Dorado Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Concord High | High | 9-12 |
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East Concord FAQs10 answers
Is East Concord a good place to live?
East Concord ranks 22nd of 42 neighborhoods in Concord with an overall Houseberry score of 2.7 out of 5. Its strongest factor is safety (3.5/5). The trade-offs are schools (2.0/5) and nearby merchants (2.6/5).
Is East Concord safe?
East Concord, Concord scores 3.5 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 19th of 42 neighborhoods in Concord.
What do homes in East Concord cost?
The median home price in East Concord, Concord is $840.37k, compared with $824.63k for Concord as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it overvalued by about $19,000 against comparable neighborhoods.
Are home prices in East Concord rising or falling?
The median home price in East Concord, Concord is up about 4.3% over the past 12 months, from $805.62k to $840.37k. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve East Concord?
Schools serving East Concord, Concord include Mountain View Elementary (2.1/5), Westwood Elementary (2.0/5), Wren Avenue Elementary (1.4/5), El Dorado Middle (2.0/5) and Concord High (2.7/5).
What is the weather like in East Concord?
East Concord, Concord receives 81% of its possible sunshine, 25th of 42 in Concord. Summer days run 56° to 84°F and winter days 41° to 58°F, July is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 18 inches a year.
Is East Concord walkable to shops and restaurants?
East Concord, Concord scores 2.6 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 2.8 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 2.9 out of 5, 30th of 42 in Concord.
What is East Concord known for?
East Concord, Concord is associated with Central Location, Rising Values and Commuter Friendly.
How does East Concord compare to other Concord neighborhoods?
East Concord ranks 22nd of 42 neighborhoods in Concord. It ranks 19th of 42 in Concord for safety (3.5/5) and scores lowest on schools (2.0/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Concord are Crystal Ranch and Walnut Country The Crossings.
What are the downsides of living in East Concord?
East Concord, Concord scores lowest on schools (2.0/5) and nearby merchants (2.6/5).
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