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Piedmont, CA

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One of the Bay Area’s most lavish suburbs is perfect for families

Upscale Luxury Close-Knit Great Schools Family-Friendly

Completely surrounded by the city of Oakland, Piedmont is known as one of the area’s most upscale towns. Piedmont is mostly residential and has five city parks with beautifully landscaped areas, featuring tennis courts, picnic facilities, playgrounds, and wooded pathways. The schools are excellent and some are even nationally recognized, attracting young families. The town is pretty quiet for the majority of the year, outside of seasonal events where this close-knit community comes together.

The Harvest Festival, the Martin Luther King Jr. Day Celebration, and the Holiday Tree Lighting are just a few examples of popular annual events held in Piedmont. Piedmont is surrounded by Oakland, providing access to vibrant nightlife spots, diverse dining, and eclectic shops. This suburb is convenient to several major destinations Oakland is known for including Berkeley’s Telegraph District, the home of the United States counter-culture. Piedmont is an excellent option for renters looking for a quiet, yet upscale environment with quick access to the thrills of a vibrant cityscape.

Rent Trends

As of November 2024, the average apartment rent in Piedmont, CA is $2,159 for one bedroom, and $3,271 for two bedrooms. Apartment rent in Piedmont has increased by 0.5% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,159/month
517 Sq Ft
House
$7,890/month
3,045 Sq Ft
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Transportation

79

Very Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

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

18

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

51

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

Havens Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

439 Students

9
out of 10

Wildwood Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

264 Students

9
out of 10

Beach Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

288 Students

8
out of 10

Piedmont Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

512 Students

9
out of 10

Piedmont High

Public

Grades 9-12

763 Students

10
out of 10

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Morcom Rose Garden
  • Lakeside Park
  • Rotary Nature Center
  • Oyster Bay Regional Shoreline
  • Temescal Regional Park

Airports

  • Metro Oakland International
  • San Francisco International

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