California Homes Close To The Action

CALIFORNIA — Californians have a long-time love affair with their cars, but more than a year of pandemic restrictions convinced many people that constant driving is a stress worth permanently ditching.

Simply buying a home that is within walking distance of coffee shops, restaurants, stores and other places that you frequent ups the appeal of your neighborhood.

Take a look at these homes around California that are in walkable neighborhoods —

Santa Monica Home Walking Distance To Brentwood Country Mart

• Do you need a great home with a fantastic location? Look no further than this Santa Monica listing near the iconic Brentwood Country Mart.

Cut Down That College Commute With This $825K Claremont Home

• The home is only blocks away from the Claremont Colleges and the downtown area.

New Construction Condo Is Steps Away From Walnut Creek Shopping, Restaurants

• Walk to Broadway Plaza, Lesher Center for the Arts, BART, John Muir Hospital, the weekly Farmers Market, upscale dining, and more.

Carlsbad Home Near Schools, Walking Trails: $1.3M

• This Carlsbad property has a great location near highly-rated schools and miles of walking trails — plus it's minutes from the beach.

Condo Within Walking Distance Of El Paseo Lists In Palm Desert

• Get to world-class dining, shopping and galleries without traffic bothers.

Adorable Napa Tudor Is Close To Shopping, Dining

• This vintage 1930 home is a short walk or bike ride to downtown Napa and Oxbow Public Market.

Altadena Home Within Walking Distance From Shops: $999K

• The mid-century home is situated in the Janes Village neighborhood of Altadena and only a short distance away from Fair Oaks Avenue.

Spanish Bungalow Near Shops, Dining Lists In Bustling Culver City

• Picture living walking distance at this Spanish bungalow near the studios in Culver City.

Charming Craftsman Newly Listed In Alameda: $999K

• Right on Park Avenue, walk one block to fine dining, coffee, shops.

Spacious Marina Del Rey Home Steps From Harbor Listed: $2.65M

• See views of the harbor and take a few steps to the beach from this Marina del Rey home.

Charming Healdsburg Craftsman Is Close To Plaza, Shopping, Dining

• An interior renovation included a sophisticated new kitchen and new wide-plank, white oak hardwood floors throughout.

Venice Beach Bungalow Has The Perfect Location: $1.9M

• A remodeled Venice Beach bungalow just listed blocks away from the beach and Abbot Kinney.

1925 Home Just Listed In Albany: $1.8M

• This 4 bedroom, 3 bath home is within walking distance of restaurants, shops and market.

Updated Peninsula Home Near Top Schools, Hiking Trails: $1.3M

• This Rolling Hills Estates home has an incredible location near award-winning schools.

Concord Home On Canal Trail Ideal For Active Lifestyle: $925K

• In addition to its proximity to a pedestrian and bicycle trail, this Concord property features a main home and a guest cottage.

Redondo Beach Bungalow Near Manhattan Beach Has A Rental Unit

• This classic beach bungalow in Redondo Beach has a fantastic location near Manhattan Beach.