


City Guide
Brentwood, CA
Overview
Brentwood, CA, home to 60,000 residents, is located in the San Francisco Bay Area's far eastern Contra Costa County area. For nearly 150 years, the Brentwood area was predominately known for its agriculture and farming. Today it offers excellent weather, easy access to beaches and big cities like San Francisco, and a stunning landscape with views of Mount Diablo. In addition, those living in Brentwood have easy access to endless outdoor recreation opportunities. The city has nearly 100 award-winning parks and facilities, 20 miles of beautiful trails, and 60 miles of bike lanes. A fun fact about the city is that it's home to the Interpretive Center, dedicated to the memory of naturalist and preservationist John Muir.
What’s it like to live in Brentwood, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Brentwood, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$820,000
and homes stay on the market for 17 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Brentwood are $830,000
and $455,000
, respectively. Brentwood area townhouses have a median sale price of $507,000
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Brentwood, CAExplore our Brentwood housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Brentwood home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Brentwood rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Brentwood rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Brentwood, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Brentwood
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Deer Ridge Country Club | $1,015,000 | 83 / 100 | 20 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Shadow Lakes | $985,000 | 81 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Summerset IV | $687,500 | 90 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Vineyards at Marsh Creek | $1,050,000 | 61 / 100 | 7 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Apple Hill Estates | $962,500 | -- | 19 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Brentwood Articles & Neighborhood Content
Read more on the Redfin blogPopular homes for sale in Brentwood
See all homes for saleRental listings in Brentwood
See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsBrentwood Migration & Relocation Trends
In Jan '25 - Mar '25, 23% of Brentwood homebuyers searched to move out of Brentwood, while 77% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Brentwood from outside metros.
- Knoxville homebuyers searched to move into Brentwood more than any other metro followed by Honolulu and Santa Barbara.
Where are people moving to Brentwood from?
- 77% of Brentwood homebuyers searched to stay within the Brentwood metropolitan area.
Where are people from Brentwood moving to?
Number of People Moving to Brentwood
least
most
People are moving to Brentwood from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Jan '25 - Mar '25 | ||
1 | 1,500 | ||
2 | 1,192 | ||
3 | 966 | ||
4 | 146 | ||
5 | 118 | ||
6 | 110 | ||
7 | 97 | ||
8 | 14 | ||
9 | 10 | ||
10 | 4 |
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Brentwood, CA ?
If you're living in Brentwood, CA, you may be contemplating what to do in your spare time. Brentwood is home to the East Contra Costa Historical Society & Museum, a popular museum for locals and visitors. Performing arts venues like Brentwood Teen Theater and Brentwood Theater Company are also popular amongst locals. Parks are plentiful in Brentwood, where you can find green spaces like Veteran's Park, Creekside Park, and Pistachio Park. For a quick taste of the town, stop by BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse, Chaman Kabob Restaurant, or Chapala Mexican Restaurant.
Explore some of the best things to do in Brentwood
What's the best way to get around Brentwood, CA ?
The best way to get around Brentwood is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Brentwood has a walk score of 38, meaning this area is car dependent. You can also get around Brentwood by bike. With a bike score of 50, there is some amount of infrastructure for biking.
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Brentwood Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 2 car rental locations.
Airports
Brentwood has 1 airport which allows you to easily travel.