Brentwood
Brentwood is a vibrant city located in Contra Costa County, California, about 55 miles east of San Francisco. The town is nestled in at the foot of Mount Diablo and is surrounded by rolling hills and vineyards. Brentwood has a rich agricultural history and is known for its high-quality produce, including cherries, peaches and corn.Brentwood is a growing community with a population of over 60,000 people. The city has a charming downtown area with shops, restaurants, and a farmer’s market. The community is family-friendly and has top-rated schools and numerous parks and recreational facilities. Residents can enjoy hiking, biking, and other outdoor activities in the nearby Mount Diablo State Park. Brentwood also hosts several community events throughout the year, including a summer concert series and an annual harvest festival. Overall, Brentwood is a great place to live for those looking for a small-town feel with easy access to the amenities of a larger city.
Living in Brentwood
Schools in Brentwood
Brentwood’s public schools are split by grade level. The Brentwood Union School District serves kindergarten through eighth grade, and high school students attend the Liberty Union High School District, which includes Liberty High and Heritage High. Attendance areas depend on the exact address, so confirm the assigned schools for any home you’re considering.
Commute & Transportation
Highway 4 connects Brentwood west to Antioch, Concord and the rest of the Bay Area, and Vasco Road runs south over the hills to Livermore and the Tri-Valley. Brentwood has no BART station yet. Tri Delta Transit’s Route 300X commuter bus runs from Brentwood to Antioch BART, and a future Brentwood transit center has been proposed near Highway 4.
Brentwood Neighborhoods
Downtown Brentwood has older homes on tree-lined streets close to shops and restaurants. Much of the city is made up of newer master-planned neighborhoods built from the 1990s on, with larger homes, parks and trails. Brentwood is also known for its 55+ active adult communities, including Trilogy at The Vineyards and Summerset, and golf course living at Shadow Lakes.
Things to Do in Brentwood
Brentwood’s farming roots show every spring and summer, when u-pick farms open for cherries and other fruit. Downtown has a farmers market and community events, and The Streets of Brentwood is a popular outdoor shopping center. The paved Marsh Creek Trail runs about 10 miles toward the Delta, and Round Valley Regional Preserve offers hiking near Mt. Diablo.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living in Brentwood
Quick answers from the TAG Real Estate Team, Keller Williams Tri-Valley Realty.
Is Brentwood a good place to live?
Brentwood is an East Contra Costa County city of about 64,300 residents (2020 Census), known for its farming heritage, newer master-planned neighborhoods, family-friendly parks and trails, and u-pick farms. Buyers are often drawn by more space and newer homes than in central Bay Area cities, along with a small-town downtown and open space near Mt. Diablo.
Which school district serves Brentwood?
Brentwood is served by two districts. The Brentwood Union School District covers kindergarten through eighth grade, and the Liberty Union High School District, which includes Liberty High and Heritage High, serves high school students. Check the district boundary lookups to confirm the exact schools assigned to any home.
How much do homes cost in Brentwood?
Brentwood homes range from older downtown properties to large newer homes in master-planned communities and 55+ neighborhoods like Trilogy at The Vineyards. Many buyers find more house for the money than in Walnut Creek or the Tri-Valley. For current numbers on a specific home, request a local market report or home valuation from our team.
What are the most popular neighborhoods in Brentwood?
Downtown Brentwood offers older homes close to shops and the farmers market, while newer master-planned neighborhoods across the city feature larger homes, parks and trails. Shadow Lakes offers golf course living, and Trilogy at The Vineyards and Summerset are popular 55+ active adult communities for buyers looking to downsize.
Is Brentwood good for commuters?
Brentwood works best for commuters who drive or combine bus and BART. Highway 4 leads west toward Antioch and Concord, and Vasco Road connects south to Livermore and the Tri-Valley. There’s no BART station in Brentwood yet, but Tri Delta Transit’s Route 300X commuter bus runs directly to Antioch BART.
What is there to do in Brentwood?
Brentwood is famous for its u-pick farms, which open each spring for cherries and later for other fruit. Downtown hosts a farmers market and community events, The Streets of Brentwood offers outdoor shopping and dining, and the Marsh Creek Trail and Round Valley Regional Preserve provide biking and hiking close to home.
When is u-pick cherry season in Brentwood?
Brentwood’s u-pick cherry season usually runs from late April or May into June and lasts roughly two months, depending on the weather. Many family farms open their orchards, and Harvest Time in Brentwood publishes a list of open farms during the season. Check each farm’s hours before visiting, since opening dates change year to year.
How do Brentwood residents get to BART?
Brentwood doesn’t have its own BART station, so most riders drive or take Tri Delta Transit’s Route 300X commuter bus to Antioch BART, the end of the eBART line. A future Brentwood transit center near Highway 4 has been proposed and could eventually be served by an eBART extension, but there’s no firm timeline yet.
Last updated October 2026