Lauren: I hope that you don't have to drive during rush hour traffic to get from Pleasanton to Palo Alto and back again. You will not like the commute. The drive is 33 - 34 miles either way you go - (1) over the Dumbarton Bridge or (2) down 880 and across 237 and then up 101. It will likely take you an hour to an hour and a quarter on a normal day (heavy traffic) to do that commute. I'd love to help you find a home in Pleasanton (and it can be a great area for a family), but, if I'm going to shoot straight, I'd think long and hard about that commute every day if I were you. Sometimes, agents just want to make a buck and aren't thinking about the person and try to be helpful. Now, if you are doing the commute in off hours or you simply don't mind that type of driving, then I apologize for discouraging you.

Gary Civello
Owner/Broker/Realtor (DRE #01467034)
Ironhorse Real Estate Services
Tel #: 925-939-2743
Email: gcivello@sbcglobal.net
Website: http://www.680corridor.com

Hello Lauren,

Thank you for clarifying! Currently there are 30 homes for sale in various Pleasanton neighborhoods in that price range.

On my website and on my BLOG I have pictures and virtual tours of some recent sales in that price range, you can visit them and get an idea.

BLOG:
http://activerain.com/blogs/imonahelis

Website: http://www.pleasantonhomesz.com

Of course nothing beats being there in person! Let me know if you want a personal tour of Pleasanton, and seeing the neighborhoods and the homes up close.

Best Regards,

Nahid Monahelis, Realtor/Owner
Windermere Select Properties
925.216.9380

Lauren B~
There are currently 26 homes on the market in Pleasanton between $600K - $750K. They range from 3bedroom/2bath at 1204 sq.ft, to 4 bedroom/3-1/2 bath at 2756 sq.ft. They are located in the following neigborhoods:
AVILA
CA PLACE, SOMERSET, REFLECTIONS
CHERRY BLOSSOM
DEL PRADO
DOWNTOWN
HIGHLAND OAKS
JENSEN
MUIRWOOD MEADOWS
PARKSIDE
PLEASANTON MEADOWS
PONDEROSA
VALENCIA
VINEYARD HILLS
WILLOW WEST

There is a wide range of opportunities for you in your price range. If you'd like further information, it would be my pleasure to assist you.

Lauren:

Assuming you want a home with a minimum of 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, you can find the type of home you are looking for in the following price ranges and neighborhoods:

$600-650,000
• Birdland
• California Somerset
• Cherry Blossom
• Del Prado
• Highland Oaks
• Fairlands
• Parkside
• Pleasanton Meadows
• Pleasanton Valley
• Shadow Cliffs
• Stoneridge Park
• Val Vista
• Valley Trails

$650-700,000
• Birdland
• California Reflections
• Del Prado
• Highland Oaks
• Jensen
• Mission Park
• Mohr Park
• Pleasanton Heights
• Pleasanton Valley
• Pleasanton Meadows
• Shadow Cliffs
• Valencia
• Vineyard Avenue
• Vineyard Hills
• Vintage Hills
• Willow West

$700-750,000
• Avila
• California Somerset
• Del Prado
• Jensen
• Mission Hills
• South Muirwood
• Pleasanton Heights
• Pleasanton Meadows
• Vintage Hills

This is not an exclusive list, but will give you a good idea of what can be found where. If you would like a map of the approximately 80 neighborhoods in Pleasanton, feel free to contact me offline and I will send you a copy.
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Thank you all for your responses. I should clarify what range I am looking for a house in. When I say "not too pricey" I am thinking between 600,000 and 750,000. I live in Redwood City where $629 got me a very small 3 bedroom 1 bath and my husband and I would like to live somewhere safe and a great place to raise a family. I work in Palo Alto and am considering living in Pleasanton and commuting. I would like to live in a great family friendly neighborhood that we will stay for a long long time but don't know if my budget will allow that. Hopefully that gives everyone more information as to what I am looking for. Thank you!

Hello Lauren,

I remember driving around with my husband when we finished college (about 27 years ago!!) and as we passed a particular neighborhood he exclaimed: "These are $100,000 dollar homes!!!!"

To a young couple, just out of school, at that time, those homes were "pricey". So "pricey" is a relative term!

Pleasanton is a wonderful town, with neighborhoods in all price ranges. We have been in Pleasanton for more than 20 years, raised our children here, and we love it.

We have a ton of information on Plasanton and every available home for sale (updated every 30 minutes) at our website:
http://www.pleasantonhomesz.com

Feel free to look around and please give me a call at your convenience to discuss any questions you may have.

Best Regards,

Nahid Monahelis, Realtor/Owner
Windermere Select Properties
925.216.9380

Lauren -

You can't go wrong in Pleasanton. It all gets down to what you consider "not too pricey". In general, there are no bad neighborhoods in Pleasanton. Much depends on your preferences for the age of the house, proximity to schools, commute accessibility, etc.

Here is a link to my Pleasanton Neighborhood Guide, which will show you all of the neighborhoods in Pleasanton. This is a great place to start

http://www.680homes.com/pleasanton-real-estate/neighborhoods/

Here is a link to extensive information on the community of Pleasanton, including schools, market stats, etc

http://www.680homes.com/pleasanton-real-estate/

Good luck with your search, and if you have any questions or need me to fill in any of the blanks, don't hesitate to give me a call

Doug Buenz

Hi Lauren,
Pleasanton is quite a large city, with so many different neighborhoods. Do you want to be near our Charming Downtown? Would you like to have quick access to the Freeway, or close to the Bart station. We have wonderful Sports Parks you might want to live near.You could also find your self in walking distant to the local Elementary , Middle or High School.
Each neighborhood has its own little personality. I have live in Pleasanton for 13 years, and raised 3 children. As a local Realtor, I would be happy to steer you in the right direction for a home purchase. Here are a few neighborhoods to check out: Del Prado, Birdland, Laguna Oaks, Kottinger Ranch, Country Fair, Muirwood, Vintage Hills.

Please conact me f you would like further information on this great town.

Julia Murtagh
direct 925-997-2411
www. JuliaMurtagh.com
Alain Pinel Realtors
":Bringing Integrity to Your Front Door"

Hi Laurenb,
As a Realtor in Pleasanton and a mother raising my children here, this is a wonderful place to raise a family. There are several neighborhoods that would meet your requirements, but "not too pricey" is subjective. We have some very nice "family oriented" neighborhoods in most price ranges. To name a few possible neighborhoods would include Val Vista, Del Prado, Shadow Cliff, and Pleasanton Meadows. I could provide you with more information and a better recommendation if I understood exactly what you are looking for. If you would like to discuss this further, please feel free to contact me at 925-998-0382. Good luck to you and I think you will be really happy raising your family here.
Best,
Michele Castillo De Almeida
Realtor/Co-Founder
JSCA Real Estate Group
michele@JSCArealty.com
925-998-0382

Hi Laurenb,

I work the SouthBay area. My Partner lives and works in Pleasanton as a Realtor with Coldwell Banker. She has children and knows all about the neighborhoods and schools and where the safe good neighborhoods are. Please get in touch with her - Shilpa Rao 408-8354120, she will take good care of you.
Check out this website for cities and neighborhoods:
http://www.californiamoves.com/relocation/communityguides.aspx
All the Best, rregards,
Nina Daruwalla