Amidst the rolling hills of San Francisco’s East Bay, you’ll find Stonebrae, an incredible masterplan showcasing an array of amenities. Residents have access to a private restaurant, event meeting spaces, tennis courts, a fitness facility, trails, an 18-hole championship golf course—and more! Stonebrae also offers a range of concierge services, including lawn care and housekeeping. Stonebrae Elementary School, which provides K-6 education, is located just outside of the community gates.
Discover your dream home at Stanford Crossing. This notable new masterplan along the scenic San Joaquin River offers inspired floor plans with designer details and abundant personalization options. Residents won’t have to travel far from home to enjoy exciting amenities—the vibrant community boasts multiple parks, playgrounds and trails as well as the Generations Center, which includes a public library, skate/BMX park and outdoor amphitheatre.
Discover Lathrop's popular River Islands masterplan.
Offering small-town charm on the banks of the San Joaquin River, you'll love River Island's natural beauty, abundant amenities and easy access to the Tri-Valley area, including options for public transportation. Residents can enjoy year-round use of a community boathouse with dock access—in addition to neighborhood parks, small lakes and miles of riverside walking and biking trails.
Your dream home is waiting for you at Delaney Park.
Located in beautiful Oakley, Delaney Park offers an impressive lineup of ranch and two-story floor plans with abundant structural and design options. Residents will also appreciate an array of exciting amenities, including a three-acre community lake with walking trail and a central park, complete with playground, bocce ball and half basketball courts and picnic areas.
Explore University District, Rohnert Park's most exciting masterplan.
Residents of University District in Rohnert Park won't have to travel far from home to enjoy exciting amenities, including a neighborhood park, notable schools and popular shopping, dining and entertainment. This inspired masterplan in the foothills of Northern California's beautiful wine country offers distinctive floor plans with designer details. Discover your Richmond American dream home at Mulberry in University District today!
Boasting a great location and vibrant community, Westlake masterplan more than lives up to its tagline: “Close to everything, Far from ordinary.” This state-of-the-art plan offers a rec center, parks and walking trails around waterways, with an on-site school planned for the future. Wineries, restaurants, golf courses and more are all nearby, ensuring you love the surrounding area as much as your new neighborhood!
Explore Destinations, north Stockton’s most exciting masterplan.
Composed of two impressive gated communities and a wealth of attractive amenities, Destinations is the perfect place to call home. Residents will appreciate neighborhood clubhouses, pools, parks and playgrounds as well as close proximity to popular schools, shopping, dining, golf and major transportation corridors. Explore this must-see masterplan today!
Located just east of the rolling hills in Vacaville, this exceptional master-planned community offers numerous parks, trails and playgrounds as well as easy access to notable Travis Unified District schools, shopping, dining and recreation. Residents will also appreciate close proximity to the Bay Area. Choose from a wide range of inspired floor plans with designer details and hundreds of personalization options to bring your vision to life!
Reasons to Shop New Homes in the Bay Area of California
If you’ve been searching for a new home in the surrounding Bay Area of San Francisco, it’s easy to see why. From job opportunities to recreation and fine dining, the Bay Area truly has it all. Relocators looking for a new home in the Bay Area will be pleased to discover and explore the many cultural and environmental amenities the region affords.
Local culture
When vacationing in San Francisco, you will definitely want to check out the region’s most popular landmarks. The beauty of the Golden Gate Bridge, the fresh fish and entertainment at Fisherman’s Wharf and the iconic drive down Lombard Street are not to be missed. But the Bay Area experience doesn’t stop there. We’ve included some lesser-mentioned options that appeal to residents and visitors alike.
Sausalito Cross over the Golden Gate Bridge and you’ll find yourself in Sausalito, a quieter city known for beautiful views of San Francisco, great seafood and more.
San Francisco Botanical Garden This amazing retreat offers 55 acres of gardens and open spaces and over 9,000 types of plants. Located within Golden Gate Park.
Golden Gate Park Archery Fields Also located in Golden Gate Park and north of the golf course, lies the city’s only archery range. You may use the space for target practice at no fee. Or, take a class! Equipment rentals are available at the San Francisco Archery Shop nearby.
Ferry Building Heralded by some as San Francisco’s most famous landmark, the Ferry Building once served as the epicenter for train and ferryboat travel. Over the last 20 years, the building has transformed into a marketplace featuring regional farmers, artisans and world-class cuisine. Over 40,000 shoppers visit the farmer’s market every week.
Wine country What is the Northern California region known for? Wine! Wherever you settle in the Bay Area, there’s sure to be world-class wineries nearby. When you’re a resident, you can make a day trip of taste testing throughout the Napa and Sonoma valleys.
Local flavor
When foodies think of the Bay Area, they think of a region full of choices, spanning a variety of cultures from around the world. Many of today’s prominent chefs reside in the San Francisco Bay Area. Whether you’re craving fresh seafood, Sunday brunch or an innovative experimental dish, you won’t have to travel far. Here’s a look at some current standout eateries within the city limits:
Fiorella With a Brooklyn-roots chef and a range of Italian dishes, Fiorella has become a popular San Francisco destination with two locations in the city. Whether you prefer a classic Margherita pie or want to try adventurous plates, such as the wood-fired octopus, there’s something for everyone.
Spruce Winner of the Wine Spectator Grand Award in 2018, this Presidio Heights restaurant sources 80% of their produce from their private, 5-acre farm. Nosh on paninis, salads and more. Their sommelier team is available to assist on wine and spirit selection for private events.
Robin No dining list is complete without a sushi option. Robin, located in Hayes Valley, offers a variety of unconventional options. Among the standouts? Potato chip nigiri and sesame noodles with black truffle and Japanese chimichurri.
Famous people hailing from San Francisco:
Margaret Cho
Maya Angelou
Joe DiMaggio
Robert Frost
Clint Eastwood
Danny Glover
Richmond American has been building new homes in the Bay Area since 1986. We would be happy to build yours next! Personalization is of utmost importance. Richmond American offers hundreds of ways to make your home uniquely yours from cabinets to flooring to home technology.
