$500K – $625K
Older 3-bed homes in established neighborhoods
Walk-to-school options and bigger lots than newer builds.
East County
Antioch
BART-connected, value-priced, and one of the most diverse cities in the Bay.
- Median Home Price
- $655K
- Population
- 115,000
- School Rating
- 6/10
- Commute to SF
- 70 min
- Commute to Walnut Creek
- 25 min
About Antioch
Antioch is the workhorse of East County — the largest, oldest, and most diverse city on this side of the hills. Founded as a 19th-century river town, it now stretches from a historic Rivertown waterfront up into the hills above Lone Tree Way, with a wide mix of housing, walkable old neighborhoods, and master-planned communities.
What sets Antioch apart is the Antioch BART station. For families who need a real Bay Area commute, BART makes Embarcadero in well under an hour, and the eBART connector ties in seamlessly with the rest of the system. That single piece of infrastructure has reshaped the housing market here over the last several years.
Antioch is also home to the largest concentration of regional parks and open space in East County. Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve, Contra Loma, and the new Sand Creek open space corridor put serious hiking and mountain biking within minutes of most addresses.
What you get for your money
Three price points in Antioch
A snapshot of what entry-level, mid-market, and luxury homes look like in this market right now.
$650K – $850K
Newer 4-bed homes off Lone Tree Way & Hillcrest
HOA pools, parks, and quick access to the Antioch BART station.
$900K – $1.4M
Hillside homes with views toward the Delta
Custom builds, three-car garages, and room for a pool.
Schools
Notable schools serving Antioch
Ratings shown are GreatSchools-style summaries. Boundaries change year to year — confirm assignment with the district.
| School | Level | Rating |
|---|---|---|
Carmen Dragon Elementary Elementary | Elementary | 7/10 |
Diablo Vista Elementary Elementary | Elementary | 7/10 |
Lone Tree Elementary Elementary | Elementary | 6/10 |
Dallas Ranch Middle School Middle | Middle | 6/10 |
Deer Valley High School High | High | 6/10 |
Dozier-Libbey Medical High School High | High | 8/10 |
What's nearby
Living in Antioch
Parks & Recreation
- Black Diamond Mines Regional Preserve — hiking, mining history
- Contra Loma Regional Park — swimming lagoon and fishing
- Antioch/Oakley Regional Shoreline along the San Joaquin
Dining & Shopping
- Historic Rivertown — independent restaurants and the Friday night farmers market
- Slatter's Court and Smith's Landing on the waterfront
- Somersville Towne Center for everyday shopping and chains
Local Highlights
- Antioch BART station with direct access to SFO, downtown SF, and Oakland
- El Campanil Theatre — historic 1928 venue in Rivertown
- Easy weekend launches into the Delta from the public marina
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Local Q&A
Frequently Asked Questions about Antioch
BuyerWhich East County community is best for families?
Honestly, all of them — but for different reasons. Brentwood offers strong schools, abundant family amenities, and newer housing. Discovery Bay adds the lifestyle factor (water, boating, smaller community feel). Oakley balances space with shorter commute. Antioch and Pittsburg offer the best entry-level prices and BART access. We help families weigh these tradeoffs based on commute, budget, and lifestyle priorities.
BuyerWhich areas have the best commute to the Bay Area?
Pittsburg and Antioch BART stations connect directly to the East Bay and SF (60-90 minutes peak). Highway 4 from Brentwood/Oakley to 680 averages 45-75 minutes during commute hours. Many East County residents work hybrid schedules specifically to make the commute manageable 2-3 days a week instead of 5.
What's it like to live in Antioch?
Antioch is part of the broader East Bay landscape we cover—family life, commute tradeoffs, and housing style vary block by block. Buyers usually start with how the day-to-day feels: schools, outdoor access, noise, and how far key errands are. We walk through what actually matters to you so the fit still works after move-in—not just on the first tour.
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