Home rentals in Danville

“Safest town in America” in 2018 and 2020; home to Mount Diablo State Park; town motto is “Live Locally”

Population: 42,725

Schools: 14

Parks: 6

About Danville

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 live, work, and play. Incorporated in 1982 and located in Contra Costa County, the Town comprises 18 square miles with a population of approximately 43,146. 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. The community enjoys natural creeks, hiking and biking trails, and dedicated open space. Arts and culture abound at the Village Theatre and Art Gallery, The Museum of the San Ramon Valley, the Veterans Memorial Building, and the Tao House—home to America's only Nobel Prize winning playwright Eugene O'Neill.

Danville is proud to boast an active and engaged community and with year-round events, holiday celebrations, and an abundance of activities, there is always something going on. Community events strengthen the community, enable residents to meet neighbors, make new friends, and discover more of the town.

The Town of Danville operates and maintains over 167 acres of parkland, most of which is used for active recreation. Six community parks include amenities such as children’s play equipment, sports fields, picnic areas, bocce ball courts, a dog park, and walking trails.

Danville is a part of the San Ramon Valley School District. SRVUSD is one of the top performing districts in California. Over 94% of graduating seniors attend college or university, and District students are accepted into the University of California and the California State University schools exceeding most averages. Danville’s Unified School District has been recognized as one of the U.S. Department of Education National Blue Ribbon Schools. It has been awarded this because of its overall academic progress among student subgroups. This award affirms hard working students, educators, communities, and families for its welcoming schools and engaging curriculum.

Local Schools

Check out this list of local schools broken down by age.

Elementary Schools:

Creekside, Green Valley, Greenbrook, John Baldwin, Montair, Sycamore Valley, Tassajara Hills, and Vista Grande

Middle Schools:

Charlotte Wood, Diablo Vista, and Los Cerros

High Schools:

Monte Vista, San Ramon Valley, and Del Amigo High (Continuation)