Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

  • Neighborhood Factors
    Price
    $1.34M
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Undervalued
    $4k
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Appreciation
    -6%

At a glance

Newark holds an overall Houseberry score of 3.3/5. Its standout factors are safety (3.8/5) and curb appeal (3.5/5), at a median home price of $1.34M, which Houseberry currently rates as undervalued by about $4,000. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (2.3/5) and schools (2.9/5).

Neighborhood Reviews & Questions

Neighborhood Review
Key Words: Suburban Comfort, Accessible Location, Bay Wildlife Proximity

Newark is a close-knit city in the East Bay, offering a comfortable suburban atmosphere with easy access to major thoroughfares like I-880 and the Dumbarton Bridge. Residents benefit from local shopping centers—most notably NewPark Mall—as well as plenty of casual and family-owned dining options. Beyond the city streets, nearby Don Edwards San Francisco Bay National Wildlife Refuge provides opportunities for nature walks, bird-watching, and scenic views of the Bay. The neighborhood features primarily single-family homes and newer townhomes, with well-maintained streetscapes that reflect a pride of ownership. Several parks, such as Lakeshore Park, dot the area, giving residents green spaces for exercise and relaxation. Thanks to its location, Newark is also convenient to Silicon Valley job centers, making it popular for commuters seeking a quieter home base. Overall, Newark blends suburban comfort with proximity to outdoor recreation, offering a well-rounded place to call home.

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Newark, Newark, CA
Overall Score : 3.3
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Neighborhood Amenities

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Near good merchants

    2.3

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Public Spaces

    3.5

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Curb Appeal

    3.5

Overall Amenities score: 3.2

Neighborhood Weather

79%
of possible sunshine
Of all the daylight this spot gets in a year, 79% arrives as sunshine - clouds and fog block the rest.
Newark out-suns just over half of the Bay Area. Its warmest month is September, averaging 78° highs, and it gets about 15 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low temperature
80°65°50°35°JFMAMJJASONDSep 78°
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58th percentile
Rain per year
15 in
Warmest month
Sep 78° avg high
Summer day
57° → 77°F
Winter day
43° → 59°F
Sunshine and temperature figures are 30-year climate averages for this neighborhood's location.

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Schools serving this Neighborhood

School NameTypeGradesHouseberry School Score
August Schilling Elementary PrimaryK-6
1.6/5
H. A. Snow Elementary PrimaryK-6
John F. Kennedy Elementary PrimaryK-6
3.3/5
Lincoln Elementary PrimaryK-6
2.8/5
Birch Grove Intermediate Primary3-6
3.6/5
Newark Junior High Middle7-8
3/5
Newark Memorial High High9-12
3/5

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Houseberry School Score Data

from CA Dept. of Education

Houseberry recommends using these scores as only a starting point, and conducting your own investigation into what schools fit best for your preferences. School boundaries are not guaranteed and may change. It is important to contact the appropriate school district to confirm enrollment eligibility before making any decision to move to a neighborhood.

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Newark FAQs9 answers

Is Newark a good place to live?

Newark holds an overall Houseberry score of 3.3 out of 5. Its strongest factors are safety (3.8/5) and curb appeal (3.5/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (2.3/5) and schools (2.9/5).

Is Newark safe?

Newark scores 3.8 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score.

What do homes in Newark cost?

The median home price in Newark is $1.34M, compared with $1.36M for Newark as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it undervalued by about $4,000 against comparable neighborhoods.

Are home prices in Newark rising or falling?

The median home price in Newark is down about 3.9% over the past 12 months, from $1.4M to $1.34M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.

Which schools serve Newark?

Schools serving Newark include August Schilling Elementary (1.6/5), H. A. Snow Elementary, John F. Kennedy Elementary (3.3/5), Lincoln Elementary (2.8/5) and Birch Grove Intermediate (3.6/5). 2 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.

What is the weather like in Newark?

Newark receives 79% of its possible sunshine. Summer days run 57° to 77°F and winter days 43° to 59°F, September is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 15 inches a year.

Is Newark walkable to shops and restaurants?

Newark scores 2.3 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.5 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.2 out of 5.

What is Newark known for?

Newark is associated with Suburban Comfort, Accessible Location and Bay Wildlife Proximity.

What are the downsides of living in Newark?

Newark scores lowest on nearby merchants (2.3/5) and schools (2.9/5).

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Overall Score : 3.3
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