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$1,149,500Median listing price
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About Clayton
Clayton is a small Contra Costa County town of about 11,000 at the base of Mount Diablo, centered on a historic Main Street downtown. Known for its small-town parades, the Clayton Valley, and trail access to Mount Diablo State Park.
Home prices in Clayton
The median listing price in Clayton is $1,149,500.
Top places in Clayton
- Historic Main Street — downtown shops and restaurants.
- Mount Diablo State Park — summit trails (adjacent).
- The Endeavor Hall community events.
- Clayton Community Park and the library.
- The annual Clayton Art and Wine Festival.
Commuting from Clayton
- BART: no station in town; nearest is Concord (Yellow Line) — roughly 55–65 minutes total to downtown San Francisco (per BART trip planner ranges).
- County Connection bus service.
- Approximate drive to downtown San Francisco via CA-4/CA-242 and I-680/I-80: ~50–80 minutes (heavily traffic-dependent).
Schools in Clayton
Public schools: Mt. Diablo Unified School District. For enrollment and performance data, see the state report card in Town links below. Confirm school assignment for any address directly with the district.
Clayton FAQs
- What is the housing market like in Clayton, CA?
The median listing price in Clayton is $1,149,500. Median listing price (September 2026 research snapshot) - How is the commute from Clayton, CA?
BART: no station in town; nearest is Concord (Yellow Line) — roughly 55–65 minutes total to downtown San Francisco (per BART trip planner ranges). - Which school district serves Clayton, CA?
Clayton is served by Mt. Diablo Unified School District. See the state report card in Town links, and confirm school assignment for a specific address with the district.
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Official town resources. School report cards via the National Center for Education Statistics.