Pleasanton, CA Real Estate

Pleasanton is a major suburb identified by the U.S. Census as one of the wealthiest middle-sized cities in the nation and was included on Money Magazine’s list of the ’50 Best Cities to Live 2014’ and on 24/7 Wall Street’s list of ‘America’s 50 Best Cities to Live’. Pleasanton ranked #31 on Money’s annual list of the Best Places to Live, and #9 on the publication’s list of the Top-Earning Towns in the nation. The rankings were determined on the basis of variables such as crime, education, employment growth, recreation, infrastructure, environment, and housing affordability. Pleasanton’s highly educated population and workforce reflect a community that values education and actively supports a preeminent school system which ranks among the Top 10 in California. Downtown Pleasanton is a charming historic destination with a mix of unique shops, services, and restaurants while nearby Stoneridge mall features more than 165 specialty stores and restaurants. Located at the junction of I-580 and I-680, Pleasanton is proximate to the major business markets of Silicon Valley, San Francisco, and the Central Valley. Business sectors range from software to biotechnology to professional services in more than 15 million square feet of office and industrial space. Pleasanton is enlivened by events like a free summer concert series, festivals, and parades along Main Street, a weekly year-round farmers market, stunning golf courses, and an intimate performing and visual arts center.