Livermore

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Livermore, CA

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High-tech meets history in this unique northern California community.

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Located in California's wine country, Livermore combines scientific innovation with small-town charm. The city houses the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory and Sandia National Laboratories, reflecting its evolution from agricultural roots. Current rental rates average $2,278 for one-bedroom apartments. The walkable downtown district along First Street features local shops and restaurants, while South Livermore Valley showcases over 40 wineries, including Wente Vineyards and Concannon Vineyard - both pioneering establishments from the 1880s that helped establish California's wine industry.

The Livermore Area Recreation and Park District maintains 1,842 acres of parks and open spaces, including Sycamore Grove Park and Robertson Park, offering trails and recreational facilities. The Mediterranean climate creates ideal conditions for outdoor activities and wine growing. The city preserves its heritage through landmarks like the Centennial Light Bulb at Fire Station 6, which has burned continuously since 1901 and holds a Guinness World Record. Every June, the Livermore Rodeo continues its tradition since 1918, bringing the community together for this historic event.

Rent Trends

As of December 2025, the average apartment rent in Livermore, CA is $2,759 for a studio, $2,281 for one bedroom, $2,608 for two bedrooms, and $3,390 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Livermore has increased by 0.9% in the past year.

Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$2,281/month
647 Sq Ft
House
$3,846/month
1,745 Sq Ft
Townhome
$3,797/month
1,810 Sq Ft
See Rental Market Trends in Livermore, CA

Transportation

51

Somewhat Walkable

out of 100 WalkScore® Rating

You might be able to get out and walk when living in this area. Some errands can be accomplished on foot, but for others you’ll need a car.

1

Minimal Transit

out of 100 TransitScore® Rating

You'll likely want a car when living in this area since it has few transit options.

59

Bikeable

out of 100 BikeScore® Rating

While there’s some bike infrastructure in this area, you’ll still need a car for many errands.

Schools

Emma C. Smith Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

652 Students

Sunset Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

756 Students

Altamont Creek Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

635 Students

Leo R. Croce Elementary

Public

Grades K-5

478 Students

Joe Michell K-8 School

Public

Grades K-8

786 Students

William Mendenhall Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

883 Students

Joe Michell K-8 School

Public

Grades K-8

786 Students

Andrew N. Christensen Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

612 Students

East Avenue Middle

Public

Grades 6-8

547 Students

Junction Avenue K-8 School

Public

Grades K-8

861 Students

Granada High

Public

Grades 9-12

2,279 Students

Livermore High

Public

Grades 9-12

1,765 Students

Tri-Valley ROP

Public

Grades 9-12

Points of Interest

Parks and Recreation

  • Shadow Cliffs Regional Recreation Area
  • Brushy Peak Regional Preserve
  • Del Valle Regional Park
  • Los Vaqueros Watershed
  • Carnegie State Vehicle Recreation Area

Airports

  • Metro Oakland International
  • Norman Y Mineta San Jose International

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Methodology

† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.

Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.

Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in November 2025.