Villa Chardonnay, Livermore, CA
At a glance
Villa Chardonnay is ranked #34 of 42 neighborhoods in Livermore with an overall score of 2.9/5. Its standout factor is schools (3.9/5, 21st of 42 in Livermore), at a median home price of $1.05M, which Houseberry currently rates as undervalued by about $16,000. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (2.0/5) and safety (2.6/5), though prices run about 17% below the Livermore median.
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Villa Chardonnay is a north Livermore neighborhood built around smaller, attainable homes, with footprints running from under 1,000 square feet up to about 1,900. The mix leans toward compact single-family houses, townhomes, and condos, which makes it one of the more accessible entry points into the Livermore market and a frequent landing spot for first-purchase buyers and downsizers alike. Despite the wine-themed name, this is a practical residential pocket rather than a vineyard estate area (do not confuse it with the much pricier Chardonnay Estates in South Livermore). The north-Livermore location keeps shopping and the I-580 corridor within an easy drive, and the smaller homes and shared-wall options keep maintenance and price in check. The tradeoffs are size and setting: you are buying modest square footage in a car-oriented part of town, not a showpiece. But for buyers focused on getting into Livermore at a reachable price, Villa Chardonnay is one of the more realistic options, and the lower price of entry is the whole appeal.
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Near good merchants2.0
Public Spaces2.8
Curb Appeal3
Overall Amenities score: 2.7
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altamont Creek Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Andrew N. Christensen Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Livermore High | High | 9-12 |
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Is Villa Chardonnay a good place to live?
Villa Chardonnay ranks 34th of 42 neighborhoods in Livermore with an overall Houseberry score of 2.9 out of 5. Its strongest factor is schools (3.9/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (2.0/5) and safety (2.6/5).
Is Villa Chardonnay safe?
Villa Chardonnay, Livermore scores 2.6 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 32nd of 42 neighborhoods in Livermore.
What do homes in Villa Chardonnay cost?
The median home price in Villa Chardonnay, Livermore is $1.05M, compared with $1.27M for Livermore as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it undervalued by about $16,000 against comparable neighborhoods.
Are home prices in Villa Chardonnay rising or falling?
The median home price in Villa Chardonnay, Livermore is roughly flat over the past 12 months, at $1.05M against $1.05M a year earlier. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Villa Chardonnay?
Schools serving Villa Chardonnay, Livermore include Altamont Creek Elementary (4.1/5), Andrew N. Christensen Middle (3.8/5) and Livermore High (3.7/5).
What is the weather like in Villa Chardonnay?
Villa Chardonnay, Livermore receives 80% of its possible sunshine, 8th 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 Villa Chardonnay walkable to shops and restaurants?
Villa Chardonnay, Livermore scores 2.0 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 2.8 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 2.7 out of 5, 40th of 42 in Livermore.
What is Villa Chardonnay known for?
Villa Chardonnay, Livermore is associated with Attainable Entry Homes, Townhomes And Condos and North Livermore.
How does Villa Chardonnay compare to other Livermore neighborhoods?
Villa Chardonnay ranks 34th of 42 neighborhoods in Livermore. It ranks 21st of 42 in Livermore for schools (3.9/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (2.0/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Livermore are South Livermore and Livermore Valley.
What are the downsides of living in Villa Chardonnay?
Villa Chardonnay, Livermore scores lowest on nearby merchants (2.0/5) and safety (2.6/5).
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