Named for its location in the rolling, brush-laden hillsides of east Richmond, El Sobrante Hills offers a mix of spacious homes in the suburban outskirts of the East Bay. Residents love that it feels secluded while still close to public schools, commercial areas and within commuting distance to major Bay Area destinations.

Views of the surrounding scenery are a major perk of living in the hills. As you drive up winding streets to your house, some offer a glimpse of the deep blue Bay that dips between the forested slopes. Homes available in this area were built in a range of styles and sizes between the 1960s and today. You’ll see sun-kissed Mediterranean homes with red-tiled rooftops, arched doorways and stucco walls alongside mid-century ranch homes, Traditional homes and wood-shingled Craftsman homes. Large and mid-sized lots are the predominant feature here with lots of lush landscaping and tall evergreen and palm trees. Wherever you are, you’ll be immersed in the arcadian ambiance the neighborhood is known for. Home prices typically range from $800,000 to $1.2 million depending on their size,