Ulmar, Livermore, CA
At a glance
Ulmar is ranked #23 of 42 neighborhoods in Livermore with an overall score of 3.3/5. Its standout factor is schools (3.7/5, 27th of 42 in Livermore), at a median home price of $1.11M, which Houseberry currently rates as undervalued by about $88,000. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (1.4/5) and safety (3.3/5), though prices run about 12% below the Livermore median.
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Ulmar is an established central-Livermore neighborhood that filled in mostly between the 1970s and 1990s, with a handful of newer homes added since 2000. The housing is a practical mix of medium-to-large single-family homes and townhomes, the kind of varied stock that gives buyers a range of sizes and price points under one neighborhood name. The setting is a quiet selling point. Ulmar's blocks back up to parks and greenbelts, and the higher streets catch real sunrise and sunset views of the surrounding hills, which is more than most flat interior tracts can offer. It is a settled, owner-heavy area with mature landscaping and calm residential streets. Like the rest of Livermore, it is car-oriented for errands, and because the homes span three decades the look shifts from block to block. But the combination of greenbelt access, hill views, and a central position makes Ulmar a steady, flexible choice for buyers who want options without committing to a single cookie-cutter tract.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants1.4
Public Spaces3.4
Curb Appeal3.4
Overall Amenities score: 3
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arroyo Seco Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Altamont Creek Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| East Avenue Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Andrew N. Christensen Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Livermore High | High | 9-12 |
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Ulmar FAQs10 answers
Is Ulmar a good place to live?
Ulmar ranks 23rd of 42 neighborhoods in Livermore with an overall Houseberry score of 3.3 out of 5. Its strongest factor is schools (3.7/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (1.4/5) and safety (3.3/5).
Is Ulmar safe?
Ulmar, Livermore scores 3.3 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 22nd of 42 neighborhoods in Livermore.
What do homes in Ulmar cost?
The median home price in Ulmar, Livermore is $1.11M, compared with $1.27M for Livermore as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it undervalued by about $88,000 against comparable neighborhoods.
Are home prices in Ulmar rising or falling?
The median home price in Ulmar, Livermore is up about 2.3% over the past 12 months, from $1.09M to $1.11M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Ulmar?
Schools serving Ulmar, Livermore include Arroyo Seco Elementary (3.3/5), Altamont Creek Elementary (4.1/5), East Avenue Middle (3.5/5), Andrew N. Christensen Middle (3.8/5) and Livermore High (3.7/5).
What is the weather like in Ulmar?
Ulmar, Livermore receives 80% of its possible sunshine, 28th of 42 in Livermore. Summer days run 56° to 85°F and winter days 41° to 58°F, July is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 14 inches a year.
Is Ulmar walkable to shops and restaurants?
Ulmar, Livermore scores 1.4 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.4 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.0 out of 5, 29th of 42 in Livermore.
What is Ulmar known for?
Ulmar, Livermore is associated with Greenbelt Access, Hillside Views and Mixed Housing Stock.
How does Ulmar compare to other Livermore neighborhoods?
Ulmar ranks 23rd of 42 neighborhoods in Livermore. It ranks 27th of 42 in Livermore for schools (3.7/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.4/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Livermore are South Livermore and Livermore Valley.
What are the downsides of living in Ulmar?
Ulmar, Livermore scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.4/5) and safety (3.3/5).
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