California Real Estate & Relocation Guide

Lafayette, California

Population: 23,500

Located in Contra Costa County

Commute: Lafayette is located on Highway 24 just 15 miles east of San Francisco and is close to Highway 680. Drive 35-45 minutes to San Francisco. Bart Station in Lafayette provides a 20-30 minute commute to the City of San Francisco or for commuting to San Ramon/Pleasanton to drive 20 to 35 minutes on South 680.

Schools: Top Schools: Lafayette School District - Kindergarten through 8th Grades. Acalanes High School and District. Diablo Valley Community College and St. Mary’s College are nearby, as well as many private schools.

Recreation: Lafayette Reservoir offers a three-mile jogging/hiking trail with picnicing fishing and nonmotor boating. The trail through wooded Lafayette is always popular with residents.

Temperature: Summer average is 87 degrees; winter is 60 degrees.

Hotel: Lafayette Park Hotel is just one block from our office. A great place to stay when checking out our homes and communities.

Shopping: Convenient in town shopping plus major center 5 miles away.

Call, Email or Fax (925-946-1610) KAY for school scores, accommodations, and housing information OR ask for KAY'S "Care Package", Better Homes & Gardens relocating brochure "From City to City", or booklet "Families on the Move" with information, games and activities for children.