The Astronauts, Hercules, CA
At a glance
The Astronauts is ranked #8 of 22 neighborhoods in Hercules with an overall score of 3.5/5. Its standout factors are safety (4.5/5, 8th of 22 in Hercules) and curb appeal (3.6/5), at a median home price of $940.32k, which Houseberry currently rates as overvalued by about $27,000. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (0.8/5) and public spaces (3.0/5).
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
The Astronauts is one of Hercules's themed subdivisions, and this one names its streets for astronauts and the space program. It sits on the eastern, bay-and-freeway side of the city near the Victoria by the Bay area, a planned tract of looping residential streets close to the shoreline. The position is built for commuting and for the water. I-80 is right there for the run to Oakland and San Francisco, WestCAT's transbay service picks up in this part of town, and the Bay Trail and San Pablo Bay shoreline are close. The streets themselves are calm cul-de-sac territory, which keeps traffic down inside the neighborhood. The tradeoff is the same one the whole east side carries: this is among the least walkable pockets in Hercules, so everyday errands all involve the car, and the freeway that makes the commute easy also sits close enough to be heard. The space-age street names, though, are a fun bit of local character you will not find in the next town over.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants0.8
Public Spaces3
Curb Appeal3.6
Overall Amenities score: 2.8
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lupine Hills Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Hanna Ranch Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Hercules Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Hercules High | High | 9-12 |
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The Astronauts FAQs10 answers
Is The Astronauts a good place to live?
The Astronauts ranks 8th of 22 neighborhoods in Hercules with an overall Houseberry score of 3.5 out of 5. Its strongest factors are safety (4.5/5) and curb appeal (3.6/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (0.8/5) and public spaces (3.0/5).
Is The Astronauts safe?
The Astronauts, Hercules scores 4.5 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 8th of 22 neighborhoods in Hercules.
What do homes in The Astronauts cost?
The median home price in The Astronauts, Hercules is $940.32k, compared with $918.81k for Hercules as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it overvalued by about $27,000 against comparable neighborhoods.
Are home prices in The Astronauts rising or falling?
The median home price in The Astronauts, Hercules is roughly flat over the past 12 months, at $940.32k against $940.32k a year earlier. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve The Astronauts?
Schools serving The Astronauts, Hercules include Lupine Hills Elementary (2.8/5), Hanna Ranch Elementary (3.3/5), Hercules Middle (3.1/5) and Hercules High (3.5/5).
What is the weather like in The Astronauts?
The Astronauts, Hercules receives 79% of its possible sunshine, 2nd of 22 in Hercules. Summer days run 54° to 81°F and winter days 42° to 58°F, July is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 22 inches a year.
Is The Astronauts walkable to shops and restaurants?
The Astronauts, Hercules scores 0.8 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.0 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 2.8 out of 5, 19th of 22 in Hercules.
What is The Astronauts known for?
The Astronauts, Hercules is associated with Space Streets, Bay Side and Commuter Friendly. Its highest-scoring factor is safety (4.5/5).
How does The Astronauts compare to other Hercules neighborhoods?
The Astronauts ranks 8th of 22 neighborhoods in Hercules. It ranks 8th of 22 in Hercules for safety (4.5/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (0.8/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Hercules are The Islands and Foxboro.
What are the downsides of living in The Astronauts?
The Astronauts, Hercules scores lowest on nearby merchants (0.8/5) and public spaces (3.0/5).
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