Emeryville now has “destination” status as a cool place to live and work. It’s close to the city, right on the water, offers great views, plenty of retail shopping and entertainment, good restaurants, and easy parking.  Add a temperate climate and easy access from both 80 and 580, and you’ve got a good quality of life. .

Increasing development of live/workspaces has attracted artists seeking bright condos, and modern lofts. But you’ll also find quaint Victorians and high-rise waterfront apartments with spectacular views of the Bay

The retail giant IKEA is in Emeryville, just a stone’s throw from Bay Street, a bustling shopping complex featuring movie theatres, restaurants, and high-end retail shops.  Nearby you’ll find  Public Market, filled with all kinds of delicious treats, a Trader Joe’s grocery store, Home Depot, Target and Best Buy. 

The keyword here is ease.  Everything is close by, and the city offers free local transportation on a mini-bus system, called the Emery-Go-Round, that services all of the commercial areas as well as the nearby MacArthur BART station in Oakland.  And when you need a night off from the kids, take advantage of the Rec Center’s monthly Friday Parents Night Out where children enjoy dinner, crafts, music and activities with friends.