With reasonable rents and a great deal of community spirit, the North and East neighborhood of Richmond proves itself ideal for residents who want to be active in community groups and who thrive on a little bit of urban grit. Community involvement runs strong here in this neighborhood that sits only 10 to 15 minutes away from the quirky scene in Berkeley.

When you want a break from city life, Wildcat Canyon Regional Park sits less than a mile from the east edge of North and East. Bring your mountain bike or just hike through the 2,400-acre park centered on Wildcat Creek. When you have to get back to work, AC Transit, BART, and the transbay buses can get you to Oakland, 11 miles away, or even across the Bay to San Francisco and places beyond.