Dublin is located just east of Oakland in the rapidly-growing Tri-Valley region of San Fransisco's East Bay. People are flocking to Dublin, and homes in this beautiful area are appreciating at a record pace. The city's moderate climate and promising commercial and industrial future provide bright prospects to all residents, old and new.
If you want to move to a small town that is growing but will not grow too large and is close to the Bay Area, then you should buy a home for sale in Dublin, Calif. A close community, beautiful weather and calm surroundings make Dublin an ideal place to live.
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| Population 29,973 | Median Age 34.3 yrs | Household Size: 2.65 |
| Avg Commute: 31.1 min | Avg Income $77,283 | Avg Home Value: $330,700 |
| July High: 85.7°F | January Low: 38.9°F | |
For Sale in Dublin
The growth of Dublin, Calif., brings prospect of future businesses and housing developments. Dublin’s population as of September 2005 was approximately 39,000 residents. That is a 31 percent increase from 2000, at 29,973 residents. But this city is not planning to expand beyond its projected build out at 70,000 residents. Dublin will be big enough to support itself economically, but it will not grow into a large urban city.
Dublin has a low crime rate compared to the national average. In a compiled crime index where the higher number is equivalent to more crime, the national average number was 329.7, whereas Dublin was rated at 153.4. Over 30 colleges and universities are with a 30-minute drive from Dublin, including U.C. Berkeley and the University of San Francisco. Dublin’s landscape is a prime area for recreational activities like as golf. Wineries are also located in the area. There are 17 golf courses and 14 wineries within driving distance from Dublin. The family orientation of Dublin makes this a well-rounded community.
When to Buy
The sooner you buy, the better. Like almost all economies in the country, real estate rates in Dublin rise higher each year. The average home cost has steadily grown since 2000. In 2000, the average home sold for $427,072, in 2001 the average price was $499,937, in 2002 the average selling price was $501,000, in 2003 homes rose to an average of $552,462 and in 2004 the average sales price on a home was $670,017. There was a 17.5 percent increase in average home selling price from 2003 to 2004 and a 36 percent increase over the four-year span. Do not wait much longer. The sooner you buy a home in Dublin, the more profit you will be able to make in the long term.
Housing costs in Dublin are expensive because it is a close suburb of San Francisco (one of the most expensive real estate markets in the country) and almost all of the homes are new. Dublin is a clean, new city that has beautiful, new homes for sale. There are also many estates for sale from $1.5 million to $2.5 million.
There are certain streets such as Turnberry Drive and Kingsmill Terrace that act as little communities within the community of Dublin. These streets are lined with tall, full trees, newly paved sidewalks, grassy areas for relaxing or taking a stroll and six, seven or eight bedroom mansions all with their own unique identity. Dublin has a lot to offer, and you should take advantage of it as soon as possible by finding a home for sale in Dublin.
By Justin Hunter
A REALTOR® is a real estate professional who is a member of the National Association of REALTORS®