San Ramon, San Ramon CA — neighborhood review

San Ramon, CA

San Ramon · CA 94582

Updated October 9, 2026 · Would You Live There?

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Verdict

$2.2M

Median Price

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Walk Score

5/10

Schools

56 min

to Downtown San Francisco, CA

Score Breakdown

FAffordability
15/100
ASafety
92/100
D+Schools
50/100
B+Quietness
80/100
D+Commute
55/100
FWalkability
0/100
WYLT Score49/100

Our Take

San Ramon is a highly desirable suburb with top-rated schools, a strong safety record, and a family‑friendly environment. The cost of living is high and car dependence is a reality, but the quality of life and community amenities more than offset those trade‑offs for most buyers.

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The Good

  • ✓Consistently high‑rated public schools
  • ✓Low crime and high safety
  • ✓Abundant parks and outdoor recreation
  • ✓Strong local economy with many high‑income jobs nearby

Real Talk

  • !Very high home and rental costs can strain budgets
  • !Limited walkability and nightlife; most errands require a car
  • !Heavy traffic and long commute to San Francisco
  • !Property taxes and HOA fees can be significant
  • $Annual property tax roughly 1.4% of home value
  • $Typical HOA fees around $400–$600/month for many neighborhoods
  • $Insurance costs higher in higher‑value homes

Best For

Families with childrenRemote professionalsRetirees seeking a quiet, safe communityCollege graduates looking for a stable, affluent suburb

Risk Snapshot

Flood riskLow
Violent crimeLow
Property crimeLow
Air qualityGood
Price volatilityLow

Crime & Safety

San Ramon, CA

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Safety grade

Safety score92 / 100
High riskVery safe
⚠️Violent Crime
Low
1.6incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (3.7)11+

57% safer than the national average

🔒Property Crime
Low
9.8incidents / 1,000 residents / yr
0Natl avg (19.5)59+

50% safer than the national average

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