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Richmond Heights, Richmond, CA

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3.0 /5
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Ranked 8th /32 in Richmond, CA

Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

  • Neighborhood Factors
    Price
    $821.11k
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Undervalued
    $36k
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Appreciation
    -8%

At a glance

Richmond Heights is ranked #8 of 32 neighborhoods in Richmond with an overall score of 3.0/5. Its standout factors are nearby merchants (3.8/5) and curb appeal (3.7/5), at a median home price of $821.11k, which Houseberry currently rates as undervalued by about $36,000. It ranks 10th of 32 in Richmond for safety. The trade-off is schools (2.2/5), with prices running about 24% above the Richmond median.

Neighborhood Reviews & Questions

Neighborhood Review
Key Words: Elevated views, Quiet streets, Close to nature

Richmond Heights, still called Mira Vista by plenty of longtime residents, climbs the eastern hills above the rest of the city, and the name earns itself: from the right street you get sweeping looks across the bay. It is a quiet, established neighborhood of mid-century and ranch homes on hillside lots, bordered by El Cerrito to the south and running up toward the ridgeline and the Arlington. The setting is the draw. Wildcat Canyon Regional Park spreads across the hills just east, with miles of trails and some of the best ridge hiking in the East Bay, and the Mira Vista golf course adds open green to the neighborhood's upper edge. Streets stay calm and residential, and the elevation keeps things a few degrees cooler and a notch quieter than the flats. The tradeoffs are the usual hillside ones. The winding roads mean you are driving down for groceries and most errands, and the commute starts with a descent to I-80. For buyers who want views, trees, and quick trail access and do not mind the drive, Richmond Heights is one of the city's steadier hill options.

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Neighborhood Amenities

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    Near good merchants

    3.8

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Public Spaces

    3.6

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Curb Appeal

    3.7

Overall Amenities score: 3.7

Neighborhood Weather

77%
of possible sunshine
Of all the daylight this spot gets in a year, 77% arrives as sunshine - clouds and fog block the rest.
Richmond Heights ranks 12th of 33 for sunshine in Richmond, and it out-suns roughly a sixth of the Bay Area. Its warmest month is September, averaging 75° highs, and it gets about 24 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low temperature
80°65°50°35°JFMAMJJASONDSep 75°
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Rank in Richmond
12th of 33
Across the Bay Area
17th percentile
Rain per year
24 in
Warmest month
Sep 75° avg high
Summer day
55° → 73°F
Winter day
45° → 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
Cornell Elementary PrimaryK-5
4.7/5
Marin Elementary PrimaryK-5
4.5/5
Ocean View Elementary PrimaryK-5
3.5/5
Mira Vista Elementary PrimaryK-8
2.9/5
Riverside Elementary PrimaryK-6
1.9/5
Helms Middle Middle7-8
1.5/5
Fred T. Korematsu Middle Middle7-8
3.2/5
Lovonya DeJean Middle Middle7-8
1.4/5
Richmond High High9-12
2.3/5

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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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Richmond Heights FAQs10 answers

Is Richmond Heights a good place to live?

Richmond Heights ranks 8th of 32 neighborhoods in Richmond with an overall Houseberry score of 3.0 out of 5. Its strongest factors are nearby merchants (3.8/5) and curb appeal (3.7/5). The trade-offs are schools (2.2/5) and a median home price of $821.11k against the Richmond median of $662k.

Is Richmond Heights safe?

Richmond Heights, Richmond scores 3.6 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 10th of 32 neighborhoods in Richmond.

What do homes in Richmond Heights cost?

The median home price in Richmond Heights, Richmond is $821.11k, compared with $662k for Richmond as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it undervalued by about $36,000 against comparable neighborhoods.

Are home prices in Richmond Heights rising or falling?

The median home price in Richmond Heights, Richmond is up about 13.0% over the past 12 months, from $726.59k to $821.11k. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.

Which schools serve Richmond Heights?

Schools serving Richmond Heights, Richmond include Cornell Elementary (4.7/5), Marin Elementary (4.5/5), Ocean View Elementary (3.5/5), Mira Vista Elementary (2.9/5) and Riverside Elementary (1.9/5). 4 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.

What is the weather like in Richmond Heights?

Richmond Heights, Richmond receives 77% of its possible sunshine, 12th of 33 in Richmond. Summer days run 55° to 73°F and winter days 45° to 59°F, September is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 24 inches a year.

Is Richmond Heights walkable to shops and restaurants?

Richmond Heights, Richmond scores 3.8 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.6 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.7 out of 5, 3rd of 32 in Richmond.

What is Richmond Heights known for?

Richmond Heights, Richmond is associated with Elevated views, Quiet streets and Close to nature.

How does Richmond Heights compare to other Richmond neighborhoods?

Richmond Heights ranks 8th of 32 neighborhoods in Richmond. It ranks 10th of 32 in Richmond for safety (3.6/5) and scores lowest on schools (2.2/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Richmond are Shields-Reid and May Valley.

What are the downsides of living in Richmond Heights?

Richmond Heights, Richmond scores lowest on schools (2.2/5). Its median home price of $821.11k runs about 24% above the Richmond median of $662k.

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