Mt. Diablo, Concord, CA
At a glance
Mt. Diablo is ranked #24 of 42 neighborhoods in Concord with an overall score of 2.7/5. Its standout factors are nearby merchants (3.9/5) and public spaces (3.5/5), at a median home price of $687.24k, which Houseberry currently rates as undervalued by about $35,000. It ranks 25th of 42 in Concord for safety. The trade-offs are schools (2.2/5) and curb appeal (2.8/5), though prices run about 17% below the Concord median.
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The Mt. Diablo neighborhood is a north-central Concord pocket named for the mountain that looms over the whole county, though here the draw is convenience rather than altitude. It sits near the Willow Pass Road corridor and the Sunvalley shopping area, with strong everyday retail access just outside the blocks. The housing is older, modest single-family stock, and prices land among the more reachable in the city, which is a real part of the pitch. You're close to big-box stores, groceries, and freeway connections, and downtown Concord is a short hop for restaurants and BART. The candid read is that this is a plainer, busier stretch of north Concord rather than a polished retreat, and the streetscape reflects its working roots. But the location does genuine work, and the neighborhood reads as undervalued for what you get. For buyers who want shopping at the doorstep and a Concord price that still feels possible, the Mt. Diablo pocket is a sensible target.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants3.9
Public Spaces3.5
Curb Appeal2.8
Overall Amenities score: 3.3
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holbrook Language Academy | Primary | K-6 | |
| Sun Terrace Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Wren Avenue Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| El Dorado Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Valley View Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Mt. Diablo High | High | 9-12 |
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Mt. Diablo FAQs10 answers
Is Mt. Diablo a good place to live?
Mt. Diablo ranks 24th of 42 neighborhoods in Concord with an overall Houseberry score of 2.7 out of 5. Its strongest factors are nearby merchants (3.9/5) and public spaces (3.5/5). The trade-offs are schools (2.2/5) and curb appeal (2.8/5).
Is Mt. Diablo safe?
Mt. Diablo, Concord scores 3.1 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 25th of 42 neighborhoods in Concord.
What do homes in Mt. Diablo cost?
The median home price in Mt. Diablo, Concord is $687.24k, compared with $824.63k for Concord as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it undervalued by about $35,000 against comparable neighborhoods.
Are home prices in Mt. Diablo rising or falling?
The median home price in Mt. Diablo, Concord is up about 9.8% over the past 12 months, from $625.79k to $687.24k. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Mt. Diablo?
Schools serving Mt. Diablo, Concord include Holbrook Language Academy (2.7/5), Sun Terrace Elementary (1.4/5), Wren Avenue Elementary (1.4/5), El Dorado Middle (2.0/5) and Valley View Middle (3.2/5). 1 more school is listed in the Schools section on this page.
What is the weather like in Mt. Diablo?
Mt. Diablo, Concord receives 80% of its possible sunshine, 40th of 42 in Concord. Summer days run 56° to 85°F and winter days 41° to 58°F, July is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 17 inches a year.
Is Mt. Diablo walkable to shops and restaurants?
Mt. Diablo, Concord scores 3.9 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.5 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.3 out of 5, 13th of 42 in Concord.
What is Mt. Diablo known for?
Mt. Diablo, Concord is associated with Sunvalley Shopping, Undervalued and Retail Access.
How does Mt. Diablo compare to other Concord neighborhoods?
Mt. Diablo ranks 24th of 42 neighborhoods in Concord. It ranks 25th of 42 in Concord for safety (3.1/5) and scores lowest on schools (2.2/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Concord are Crystal Ranch and Walnut Country The Crossings.
What are the downsides of living in Mt. Diablo?
Mt. Diablo, Concord scores lowest on schools (2.2/5) and curb appeal (2.8/5).
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