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Lafayette, CA

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One of California’s safest communities is also one of its most attractive.

Upscale Suburb Commuter BART Public Transportation Schools Safe Family Friendly

Minutes from Oakland and San Francisco and practically right next door from the shopping, dining, and nightlife of Walnut Creek, Lafayette enjoys a perfect location for taking advantage of everything the North Bay Area has to offer. BART bus and rail service adds to the convenience, whether you’re a commuter or just checking out the neighboring communities for the day.

In town, the environment is mostly suburban, with top-notch schools, one of the lowest crime rates in the state, and an abundance of locally-owned shops and restaurants. The parks in town offer something for every taste, from small neighborhood greenspaces to enormous, trail-filled nature preserves like Lafayette Reservoir and Briones Hills.

Rent Trends

As of December 2024, the average apartment rent in Lafayette, CA is $1,765 for a studio, $2,249 for one bedroom, $2,695 for two bedrooms, and $3,589 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Lafayette has increased by 0.7% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,249/month
683 Sq Ft
Condo
$3,320/month
1,100 Sq Ft
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Transportation

75

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

If you enjoy walking, you’ll enjoy renting in this area! It’s a very walkable neighborhood.

54

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Burton Valley Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

684 Students

9
out of 10

Lafayette Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

521 Students

9
out of 10

Happy Valley Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

455 Students

8
out of 10

Springhill Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

453 Students

8
out of 10

M. H. Stanley Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

1,064 Students

9
out of 10

Acalanes High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,259 Students

9
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Larkey Park
  • Lindsay Wildlife Museum
  • Civic Park
  • Butterfly Habitat Gardens
  • Briones Regional Park

Military Bases

Airports

  • Metro Oakland International
  • San Francisco International

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