Pleasanton, California sits in the heart of the Tri-Valley region, where the average rent for a one-bedroom apartment is $2,534. The city's downtown district preserves its historic character with independent shops and a weekly farmers' market that draws visitors from across the region. Pleasanton Ridge Regional Park stretches along the western edge of the city, while the Alameda County Fairgrounds anchors the community's event calendar. Studio apartments have seen a 10.1% increase in rent, while two-bedroom units average $3,022 monthly.
The city houses both Amador Valley High School and Foothill High School, which consistently rank among California's academic leaders. Major employers in the area include the corporate headquarters of Workday, Safeway, and Veeva Systems. Shadow Cliffs Regional Park provides opportunities for swimming, fishing, and boating. The area's history stretches to the 1850s, when it was known as Alisal and earned notoriety as a Gold Rush-era haven for outlaws.
