Kirkwood, Concord, CA
At a glance
Kirkwood is ranked #16 of 42 neighborhoods in Concord with an overall score of 3.1/5. Its standout factors are schools (3.6/5, 3rd of 42 in Concord) and curb appeal (3.5/5), at a median home price of $888.11k, which Houseberry currently rates as overvalued by about $27,000. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (1.9/5) and public spaces (2.9/5).
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Kirkwood occupies Concord's far eastern edge, right up against the Clayton border where the city starts to feel more like foothills than suburb. It's a quiet, established neighborhood with a school assignment that does a lot of the selling. That assignment is the headline: Kirkwood reaches Ayers Elementary along with the well-regarded Clayton schools, Mt. Diablo Elementary and Diablo View Middle, which is exactly why families tour these streets. The homes are comfortable single-family stock, and the open hills and Lime Ridge trails to the east give the area a back-to-nature edge. The tradeoff is the usual one for Concord's eastern rim: you're a drive from most shopping, with the Clayton Road corridor handling the everyday errands. But if you want a calm, hill-adjacent Concord address tied to some of the area's stronger schools, Kirkwood quietly punches above the attention it gets.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants1.9
Public Spaces2.9
Curb Appeal3.5
Overall Amenities score: 3
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ayers Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Mt. Diablo Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Diablo View Middle | Middle | 6-8 |
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Kirkwood FAQs10 answers
Is Kirkwood a good place to live?
Kirkwood ranks 16th of 42 neighborhoods in Concord with an overall Houseberry score of 3.1 out of 5. Its strongest factors are schools (3.6/5) and curb appeal (3.5/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (1.9/5) and public spaces (2.9/5).
Is Kirkwood safe?
Kirkwood, Concord scores 3.0 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 26th of 42 neighborhoods in Concord.
What do homes in Kirkwood cost?
The median home price in Kirkwood, Concord is $888.11k, compared with $824.63k for Concord as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it overvalued by about $27,000 against comparable neighborhoods.
Are home prices in Kirkwood rising or falling?
The median home price in Kirkwood, Concord is down about 9.8% over the past 12 months, from $984.42k to $888.11k. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Kirkwood?
Schools serving Kirkwood, Concord include Ayers Elementary (3.0/5), Mt. Diablo Elementary (4.0/5) and Diablo View Middle (3.8/5).
What is the weather like in Kirkwood?
Kirkwood, Concord receives 81% of its possible sunshine, 10th of 42 in Concord. Summer days run 56° to 83°F and winter days 41° to 58°F, July is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 19 inches a year.
Is Kirkwood walkable to shops and restaurants?
Kirkwood, Concord scores 1.9 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 2.9 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.0 out of 5, 26th of 42 in Concord.
What is Kirkwood known for?
Kirkwood, Concord is associated with Clayton Schools, Eastern Edge and Hill Adjacent.
How does Kirkwood compare to other Concord neighborhoods?
Kirkwood ranks 16th of 42 neighborhoods in Concord. It ranks 3rd of 42 in Concord for schools (3.6/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.9/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Concord are Crystal Ranch and Walnut Country The Crossings.
What are the downsides of living in Kirkwood?
Kirkwood, Concord scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.9/5) and public spaces (2.9/5).
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