Pinole California

The residents of the quiet, middle-class bedroom town of Pinole may have a longer commute than those who reside in Oakland, Berkeley, Albany or El Cerrito, but the affordable homes and quality of life seem to make up for it. Rolling hills, nice neighborhoods, low crime, good school rankings, community festivals, and warmer weather than neighboring cities make this a charming place to live.

The homes in Pinole range from modern houses along the bayfront, traditional ranch style homes, and Queen Anne cottages and wooden bungalows in the older part of town. In the rural canyons, many homeowners stable horses and take advantage of scenic riding trails right in their own backyard.

Pinole has many classic small town amenities including a local bowling alley, public library, and sports fields. Families here enjoy a range of activities from strolling along the waterfront to catching the latest blockbuster together at the 9-screen movie theater. For groceries and other necessities, residents go to the local shopping plaza. Macy's and Sears and dozens of other national retailers
are just one freeway exit away at Hilltop Mall in Richmond.

Located on the shores of San Pablo Bay in West Contra Costa County, Pinole is 14 miles from the Oakland Bay Bridge. Highway 4 to East and Central County is only one mile away and local buses frequently travel to BART stations.

Learn more about Pinole:

City of Pinole Official Website
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Bay Area Private Schools
Hilltop Mall