Martinez

Welcome to Martinez!

Martinez is where Bay Area families come to finally put down roots. Situated along the Carquinez Strait in Contra Costa County, Martinez offers something increasingly rare in the Bay Area: neighborhoods with a community feel, and homes with space to grow, at prices that still make sense for families making a move from San Francisco, Walnut Creek or the Peninsula. The median sales price sits around $810K, which means a first-time buyer here gets a 3-bedroom single-family home with a yard, not a condo with a shared hallway.

I moved my own family to Martinez because I wanted a place where my kids could run outside, where neighbors actually know each other, and where the commute to the rest of the Bay Area doesn't swallow your evenings. From Martinez, you're on Highway 4 or 680 within minutes, with Amtrak and BART connections for days you don't want to drive.

The city's neighborhoods each have their own personality. Village Oaks and Brittany Hills draw families who want established tree-lined streets close to Morello Park Elementary. Parkside and Shannon Hills offer that tight-knit HOA community feel. The Paseos brings modern three-story layouts with flex rooms and 2-car garages to buyers who want newer construction at an attainable price. Heritage View is Martinez's newest community featuring hillside single-family homes with open-concept designs starting just under $1 million, rare new construction in a market that doesn't see much of it. And Westaire is known for its quiet streets and strong community feel, particularly popular with families and professionals looking for competitively priced, midsize to large single-family homes.

If you're trying to figure out which neighborhood fits your family: school zones, commute, budget, or just the right feel, I'm happy to go over the multitude of options you can have here. Every family moves at their own pace, and I know these streets well enough to help you find the right one.

$1,108,607

Average Sales Price

$846,500

Median Sales Price

114

Total Listings

47,078

Population

MARTINEZ NEIGHBORHOODS FOR FAMILIES

Martinez developed organically over decades, which means its neighborhoods have real character, with each one a little different from the next. Here's a quick guide to the residential communities in Morello Park that draw the most family buyers.

VILLAGE OAKS

Village Oaks is one of Martinez's most recognizable family neighborhoods, anchored by tree-lined streets and easy access to Morello Park Elementary. Homes here are predominantly single-family with well-established lots, and the area's proximity to Village Oaks Shopping Center means everyday errands are genuinely walkable.
BRITTANY HILLS

Brittany Hills is a quiet, residential pocket known for its larger single family homes and strong sense of community. The neighborhood draws families who want a more tucked-away feel without sacrificing proximity to Morello Park Elementary and the amenities along the Morello corridor.
SHANNON HILLS

Shannon Hills is an HOA community of 193 single-family homes nestled into the rolling hills of Martinez. Homes typically range from 1,600 to 2,300 square feet at competitive price points, making it a sweet spot for growing families who want space without the maintenance of a larger estate.
THE PASEOS

The Paseos is a contemporary planned unit development built around 2015, located near Howe Road. Homes are three-story detached residences with 3 bedrooms, loft spaces, large flex rooms and attached 2-car garages. These layouts work well for families who need dedicated office or playroom space.
HERITAGE VIEW

Heritage View is one of Martinez's newest communities, consisting of an intimate enclave of 38 single-family homes. They feature open-concept living, energy-efficient construction and elevated finishes. Homes range from approximately 1,916 to 2,426 square feet, with pricing starting just under $1 million.