Welcome to Lafayette
One of the most spacious towns in all of the Bay Area, Lafayette is characterized by its rolling hills, gorgeous estates perched on hilltops and charming downtown.
Neighborhood Tags
Affluent, estates, outdoor activities, picturesque downtown
What to Expect
Green space is part of what defines this breathable city in the East Bay.
The Lifestyle
Convenience meets small-town charm in this abundantly green paradise.
Unexpected Appeal
Tranquility and adventure come together at a local favorite spot: Lafayette Reservoir.
The Market
Upscale estates and mansions abound in Lafayette, though even the more modest homes likely come with more space than expected.
You'll Fall in Love with
The open air, lush landscapes and the lively sense of community.
Located in Lafayette
- Commute Times
- San Francisco 30m by train
- San Francisco 45m by car
- Oakland 20m by train
You Should Also Try
- Walnut Creek
- Danville
- Moraga
Around the Block
Lafayette has many faces: a sleepy rural hideaway and a charming downtown, all just a quick ride to the big city.
You won’t be able to help breathing in the fresh air here, since that’s all there is. Lush green landscapes and a strollable downtown, with mouthwatering restaurants and local niche shops, are what make Lafayette Lafayette.
What to Expect
Green space is part of what defines this easygoing city in the East Bay.
With so much space and open air to breathe, it’s no wonder Lafayette is filled with lovers of the outdoors. Being able to sink your bare feet into the cool grass and breathe in the spring bloom are just a few of the charms of living in a town that feels so far from it all.
The Lifestyle
Convenience meets small-town charm in this abundantly green paradise.
Bistros, gastropubs, innovative restaurants, and cafes are all a part of the unmissable charm of Lafayette’s walkable downtown, and the trees that line it all make you feel like you’re miles away from the city — though you’re only a short train ride away.
Unexpected Appeal
Tranquility and adventure come together at a local favorite spot: Lafayette Reservoir.
Lafayette Reservoir is a natural gem in this neighborhood, and it’s where locals go to fish, hike and picnic on weekends. A love of the outdoors seems to be a requirement in green Lafayette, and the benefits of this lifestyle are apparent on residents’ welcoming smiles.
The Market
Sweeping estates and mansions abound in Lafayette, though even more modest homes often come with more space than expected.
You can expect a median home price of $1.5 million here, though there are a generous number of homes that exceed that amount many times over. No matter what your property value, you’re almost guaranteed that it is nested in a lush and spacious yard, a rare and welcome commodity in the Bay Area.
You'll Fall in Love with
The open air, lush landscapes and the lively sense of community.
Downtown comes to life on evenings and weekends, and there are festivals for food lovers, oenophiles and kids of all ages. And when it’s time to tuck in, and you meander up your winding road and listen to the quiet California night around you, you may very well forget you’re just a few miles from a few of California’s liveliest cities.
