Linda Heights, Hercules, CA
At a glance
Linda Heights is ranked #11 of 22 neighborhoods in Hercules with an overall score of 3.4/5. Its standout factors are safety (4.5/5, 10th of 22 in Hercules) and public spaces (3.7/5), at a median home price of $655.3k, which Houseberry currently rates as overvalued by about $16,000. The trade-offs are schools (2.7/5) and nearby merchants (2.9/5).
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Linda Heights lives up to its name, a heights neighborhood on the western, hillier side of Hercules above the bayfront flats. The elevation is the selling point: streets that rise, a bit of separation from the busier corridors, and glimpses out toward the bay on the right blocks. It is a quiet, residential pocket that still keeps you close to the action. The Waterfront and the bay are downhill to the west, the civic center and San Pablo Avenue are a short drive inland, and getting to I-80 for the commute is straightforward. The walkability is better than you would expect for a hill neighborhood, helped by how compact this side of the city is. The tradeoff with any heights address is the terrain. The slopes that buy you the views and the quiet also mean a less stroller-flat, less grid-simple layout. For buyers who want elevation and calm on the bay side of Hercules, Linda Heights is one of the spots that delivers both.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants2.9
Public Spaces3.7
Curb Appeal3.5
Overall Amenities score: 3.5
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collins Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Pinole Middle | Middle | 7-8 | |
| Pinole Valley High | High | 9-12 |
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Linda Heights FAQs10 answers
Is Linda Heights a good place to live?
Linda Heights ranks 11th of 22 neighborhoods in Hercules with an overall Houseberry score of 3.4 out of 5. Its strongest factors are safety (4.5/5) and public spaces (3.7/5). The trade-offs are schools (2.7/5) and nearby merchants (2.9/5).
Is Linda Heights safe?
Linda Heights, Hercules scores 4.5 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 10th of 22 neighborhoods in Hercules.
What do homes in Linda Heights cost?
The median home price in Linda Heights, Hercules is $655.3k. Houseberry currently rates it overvalued by about $16,000 against comparable neighborhoods.
Are home prices in Linda Heights rising or falling?
The median home price in Linda Heights, Hercules is roughly flat over the past 12 months, at $655.3k against $655.3k a year earlier. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Linda Heights?
Schools serving Linda Heights, Hercules include Collins Elementary (2.5/5), Pinole Middle (2.5/5) and Pinole Valley High (3.0/5).
What is the weather like in Linda Heights?
Linda Heights, Hercules receives 78% of its possible sunshine, 8th of 22 in Hercules. Summer days run 55° to 78°F and winter days 42° to 58°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 21 inches a year.
Is Linda Heights walkable to shops and restaurants?
Linda Heights, Hercules scores 2.9 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.7 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.5 out of 5, 5th of 22 in Hercules.
What is Linda Heights known for?
Linda Heights, Hercules is associated with Elevated Streets, Bay Glimpses and Quiet Hillside. Its highest-scoring factor is safety (4.5/5).
How does Linda Heights compare to other Hercules neighborhoods?
Linda Heights ranks 11th of 22 neighborhoods in Hercules. It ranks 10th of 22 in Hercules for safety (4.5/5) and scores lowest on schools (2.7/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Hercules are Country Run and K and B.
What are the downsides of living in Linda Heights?
Linda Heights, Hercules scores lowest on schools (2.7/5) and nearby merchants (2.9/5).
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