Heron Bay Marina Vista South, San Leandro, CA
At a glance
Heron Bay Marina Vista South is ranked #4 of 18 neighborhoods in San Leandro with an overall score of 3.5/5. Its standout factors are safety (4.5/5, 4th of 18 in San Leandro) and public spaces (4.0/5), at a median home price of $1.2M, which Houseberry currently rates as undervalued by about $6,000. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (1.4/5) and schools (2.7/5), with prices running about 36% above the San Leandro median.
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Heron Bay Marina Vista South is a bay-adjacent neighborhood known for its serene streets and newer single-family homes. A key draw is the proximity to scenic waterfront trails, where residents can walk or jog along the shoreline and enjoy views of the surrounding wetlands. While primarily residential, the community retains convenient access to Wicks Boulevard for daily necessities, ensuring it doesn’t feel isolated. Overall, Heron Bay Marina Vista South offers a tranquil waterfront setting without straying too far from local services and major roadways.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants1.4
Public Spaces4
Curb Appeal3.5
Overall Amenities score: 3.3
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| San Leandro High | High | 9-12 |
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Is Heron Bay Marina Vista South a good place to live?
Heron Bay Marina Vista South ranks 4th of 18 neighborhoods in San Leandro with an overall Houseberry score of 3.5 out of 5. Its strongest factors are safety (4.5/5) and public spaces (4.0/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (1.4/5) and schools (2.7/5) and a median home price of $1.2M against the San Leandro median of $881.18k.
Is Heron Bay Marina Vista South safe?
Heron Bay Marina Vista South, San Leandro scores 4.5 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 4th of 18 neighborhoods in San Leandro.
What do homes in Heron Bay Marina Vista South cost?
The median home price in Heron Bay Marina Vista South, San Leandro is $1.2M, compared with $881.18k for San Leandro as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it undervalued by about $6,000 against comparable neighborhoods.
Are home prices in Heron Bay Marina Vista South rising or falling?
The median home price in Heron Bay Marina Vista South, San Leandro is roughly flat over the past 12 months, at $1.2M against $1.2M a year earlier. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Heron Bay Marina Vista South?
Schools serving Heron Bay Marina Vista South, San Leandro include San Leandro High (2.6/5).
What is the weather like in Heron Bay Marina Vista South?
Heron Bay Marina Vista South, San Leandro receives 77% of its possible sunshine, 15th of 18 in San Leandro. Summer days run 56° to 72°F and winter days 44° to 59°F, September is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 18 inches a year.
Is Heron Bay Marina Vista South walkable to shops and restaurants?
Heron Bay Marina Vista South, San Leandro scores 1.4 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 4.0 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.3 out of 5, 11th of 18 in San Leandro.
What is Heron Bay Marina Vista South known for?
Heron Bay Marina Vista South, San Leandro is associated with Waterfront Trails and Serene Neighborhood. Its highest-scoring factors are safety (4.5/5) and public spaces (4.0/5).
How does Heron Bay Marina Vista South compare to other San Leandro neighborhoods?
Heron Bay Marina Vista South ranks 4th of 18 neighborhoods in San Leandro. It ranks 4th of 18 in San Leandro for safety (4.5/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.4/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in San Leandro are Marina Faire and Bay-O-Vista.
What are the downsides of living in Heron Bay Marina Vista South?
Heron Bay Marina Vista South, San Leandro scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.4/5) and schools (2.7/5). Its median home price of $1.2M runs about 36% above the San Leandro median of $881.18k.
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