Neighborhood Factors

Market Conditions

  • Neighborhood Factors
    Price
    $1.18M
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Undervalued
    $7k
  • Neighborhood Factors
    Appreciation
    -16%

At a glance

Sunset West is ranked #19 of 42 neighborhoods in Livermore with an overall score of 3.5/5. Its standout factors are schools (4.4/5, 3rd of 42 in Livermore) and curb appeal (3.6/5), at a median home price of $1.18M, which Houseberry currently rates as undervalued by about $7,000. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (2.1/5) and safety (3.3/5).

Neighborhood Reviews & Questions

Neighborhood Review
Key Words: Strong School Draw, Max Baer Park, Single-Level Ranches

Sunset West is the larger half of Livermore's Sunset Development neighborhoods, a sweep of late-1960s and early-1970s single-level ranch homes on the city's west end. Like its sibling to the east, the appeal is roomy lots, mature landscaping, and a quiet, established suburban feel, all within a short hop of downtown. The schools are a genuine anchor here. The neighborhood feeds well-regarded campuses (Emma C. Smith Elementary, Joe Michell, William Mendenhall Middle, and Granada High), and that draw is a big part of why buyers compare ten houses inside these blocks before looking elsewhere. Max Baer Park sits close by with Little League fields, a dog park, and open space, giving the area a real recreational center. This is a drive-for-errands neighborhood, and the homes are mid-sized ranches rather than showpieces, so it rewards buyers who value the schools and the setting over square footage or walkable retail. On those terms it is one of the steadiest picks on the west side, and the shaded, well-kept streets hold their look well.

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Neighborhood Amenities

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Near good merchants

    2.1

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Public Spaces

    3.4

  • Neighborhood Amenities
    Curb Appeal

    3.6

Overall Amenities score: 3.2

Neighborhood Weather

80%
of possible sunshine
Of all the daylight this spot gets in a year, 80% arrives as sunshine - clouds and fog block the rest.
Sunset West ranks 4th of 42 for sunshine in Livermore, and it out-suns four fifths of the Bay Area. Its warmest month is July, averaging 87° highs, and it gets about 15 inches of rain a year.
Average daily high and low temperature
90°70°50°30°JFMAMJJASONDJul 87°
Avg highAvg low
Rank in Livermore
4th of 42
Across the Bay Area
82nd percentile
Rain per year
15 in
Warmest month
Jul 87° avg high
Summer day
56° → 86°F
Winter day
41° → 58°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
Emma C. Smith Elementary PrimaryK-5
4.6/5
Joe Michell PrimaryK-8
4.4/5
William Mendenhall Middle Middle6-8
4/5
Granada High High9-12
4.4/5

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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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Sunset West FAQs10 answers

Is Sunset West a good place to live?

Sunset West ranks 19th of 42 neighborhoods in Livermore with an overall Houseberry score of 3.5 out of 5. Its strongest factors are schools (4.4/5) and curb appeal (3.6/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (2.1/5) and safety (3.3/5).

Is Sunset West safe?

Sunset West, Livermore scores 3.3 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 20th of 42 neighborhoods in Livermore.

What do homes in Sunset West cost?

The median home price in Sunset West, Livermore is $1.18M, compared with $1.27M for Livermore as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it undervalued by about $7,000 against comparable neighborhoods.

Are home prices in Sunset West rising or falling?

The median home price in Sunset West, Livermore is up about 9.0% over the past 12 months, from $1.08M to $1.18M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.

Which schools serve Sunset West?

Schools serving Sunset West, Livermore include Emma C. Smith Elementary (4.6/5), Joe Michell (4.4/5), William Mendenhall Middle (4.0/5) and Granada High (4.4/5).

What is the weather like in Sunset West?

Sunset West, Livermore receives 80% of its possible sunshine, 4th of 42 in Livermore. Summer days run 56° to 86°F and winter days 41° to 58°F, July is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 15 inches a year.

Is Sunset West walkable to shops and restaurants?

Sunset West, Livermore scores 2.1 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.4 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.2 out of 5, 16th of 42 in Livermore.

What is Sunset West known for?

Sunset West, Livermore is associated with Strong School Draw, Max Baer Park and Single-Level Ranches. Its highest-scoring factor is schools (4.4/5).

How does Sunset West compare to other Livermore neighborhoods?

Sunset West ranks 19th of 42 neighborhoods in Livermore. It ranks 3rd of 42 in Livermore for schools (4.4/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (2.1/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Livermore are South Livermore and Livermore Valley.

What are the downsides of living in Sunset West?

Sunset West, Livermore scores lowest on nearby merchants (2.1/5) and safety (3.3/5).

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