Information For Those Relocating In Alameda County

By Madeleine Glazier


Moving to California's scenic Alameda County is sure to be an adventure. This culturally diverse area is filled with exciting cities and plenty to see and do. In general, the cities in Alameda County and neighboring Contra Costa County are part of what is known as the East Bay. If you are relocating to this county, here is some information which should prove to be helpful.

Alameda County is home to more than 1.5 million Californians and its county seat, Oakland, is the largest city with more than 300,000 residents. While Oakland is a bustling, modern metropolis, it's actually one of the older corporate cities in California and was founded in 1852. There are also 13 other incorporated cities and many other towns and unincorporated neighborhoods.

Alameda County has three major league sports team. The Oakland Athletics and Oakland Raiders both play at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum, while the Golden State Warriors, the county's NBA franchise, plays at Oracle Arena. In addition, sporting events at the University of California, Berkeley, are highly attended including the games of the football, basketball and baseball teams.

If you love the great outdoors, you have definitely come to the right spot. Alameda County has about 350 parks, more than two dozen golf courses and miles of fantastic hiking trails. There are plenty of opportunities to enjoy water sports, as well, given the proximity to the vast San Francisco Bay.

Families with children will also find a number of fun attractions just for them. A drive to Fremont might include an afternoon at the Ardenwood Historic Farm, and Fremont also has a train museum and a water park. In Berkeley, you can enjoy the Lawrence Hall of Science, and in Oakland, the Chabot Space & Science Center is a highly popular attraction.

Head inland a bit and you'll discover the towns of Pleasanton and Livermore. Pleasanton is often named as one of the best places to live in the United States. It's also one of the wealthiest cities in the country. Nearby Livermore is known for its many vineyards and wineries, and many are open for tastings and tours throughout the year.

If you are searching for a company familiar with Livermore real estate, Pleasanton real estate or need to find a home for sale in San Ramon or Dublin, contact the experts at 1stInSite.com. They are extraordinarily proficient at helping clients buy and sell properties throughout both Alameda County and Contra Costa County.




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