The “Heart of the San Ramon Valley,” Danville offers the perfect blend of upscale amenities and small town charm. Its quaint character and convenient location just 30 miles east of San Francisco make it the perfect place to work, live, and play. Danville is known for its small-town atmosphere and its outstanding quality of life.

Danville’s historic downtown features shops, restaurants, and art galleries that draw people from throughout the area. You’ll find epicurean adventures around every corner like upscale eateries with one-of-a-kind menus and pizzerias with family-friendly fare. Arts and culture abound at the Village Theatre, The Museum of the San Ramon Valley, and the Tao House—home to America's only Nobel Prize winning playwright, Eugene O'Neill.

One of Danville's most desirable attributes is its sense of community. The town hosts a wonderful array of events throughout the year from Farmer's Markets to street fairs to holiday celebrations. The Town's highly rated schools, executive homes, and unending recreational activities (including hiking, biking, swimming and more) add to the town's unparalleled appeal.

Shop ...There is a reason why Danville is one of the premier destinations in the East Bay! Come to our downtown and find out for yourself. Take a stroll through the quaint historic downtown. Shop 'til you drop at one (or all) of the 236 stores, and unique specialty shops.

Dine ...Or just relax, park yourself at one of the 24 coffee houses, savor a steaming brew, and watch the world go by. But don’t leave without discovering why Danville is a dining destination and whet your appetite at one of 87 restaurants, offering every type of cuisine to suit your taste.

Explore ...Danville's rich history at the Museum of the San Ramon Valley. Take a shuttle up the Las Trampas ridge to visit the Tao House, home of Eugene O’Neill, America’s only Nobel Prize winning playwright.

Housing

Estimated median house or condo value in 2009: $686,202
Mean prices in 2009: All housing units: $897,895; Detached houses: $981,876; Townhouses or other attached units: $529,706; In 2-unit structures: $402,646; In 3-to-4-unit structures: $422,391; In 5-or-more-unit structures: $395,030,

Demographics

Population in July 2009: 41,556. Danville covers 18.1 square miles. It sits at an elevation of 368 feet above sea level. Zip codes: 94506, 94526. Area code 925.

Weather

Danville, CA climate is warm during summer when temperatures tend to be in the 70's and cold during winter when temperatures tend to be in the 40's.

The warmest month of the year is July with an average maximum temperature of 85.20 degrees Fahrenheit, while the coldest month of the year is January with an average minimum temperature of 39.30 degrees Fahrenheit.

Temperature variations between night and day tend to be moderate during summer with a difference that can reach 26 degrees Fahrenheit, and fairly limited during winter with an average difference of 16 degrees Fahrenheit.

The annual average precipitation at Danville is 23.96 Inches. Winter months tend to be wetter than summer months. The wettest month of the year is January with an average rainfall of 4.76 Inches.

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