One of the most educated cities in Contra Costa County of California, Lafayette is a safe place and boasts the lowest unemployment rates. With education, safety and employment being taken care of, everything else just falls in place.
Unlike most of the other cities in San Francisco Bay, Lafayette experiences all the seasons. This makes the city more enjoyable and culturally rich with new activities to explore each season. The city has a lot going for it and community togetherness tops the list. The city is children and pet friendly and loves baseball. It has a great party culture with classic pubs and restaurants in the downtown. It brings together the best of America in its own quaint way. It is surrounded by majestic rolling hills which make for great hiking and biking trails. Lafayette Reservoir Recreation Area, CFCS Queen of Heaven Cemetery, Oakmont Memorial Park & Mortuary and Briones Regional Park. These are some of the best options where locals indulge in entertainment and sight-seeing.
It’s like a little town but it’s a great place to raise children. Events and festivals like Jazz Workshops, summer concerts, outdoor movies, thrilling bike rides and popular local restaurants like the Row will keep you happy and content. Lafayette is popular for its high standard of living, its beautiful houses, top rated schools, low crime rate, fresh air, pleasant weather and oak tree-studded hills. It is just a 25 minute transit ride away from the beautiful cultural mecca and commercial hub that is San Francisco. What more could one ask for? Working in San Francisco and returning home to a community loving city – away from it all yet not too far.
Lafayette is the city where your story begins. It a dreamy little town where weekly farmer markets still take place. Where well read people meet for art, wine, music and literature and lead a modern life with a mid-century appeal. If you can picture a beautiful family life in Lafayette, then NewHomeSource is ready with all the best options for you to choose from.
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Market Overview: New Homes in Lafayette, CA
Here is a quick overview of new housing developments in Lafayette and the new construction market for new build homes in Lafayette:
| City | Lafayette |
| State | California |
| Metro Area | Oakland & East Bay |
| Subdivisions | 69 |
| Move in Ready Homes | 78 |
| Homes Under Construction | 37 |
| Starting Price | $399,000 |
| Average Price | $0 |
| Price Per Square Foot | $0 |
| New Home Builders | 39 |
| Builders in Lafayette | |
Customizable Options in Lafayette
| Floor Plans Available | 187 |
| Bedroom Count | 1 to 6 |
| Bathroom Count | 1 to 5 |
| Square Footage Range | 337 to 4,352 sq/ft. |
