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Pleasanton Valley stands out as a sought-after community of older homes. Also known as Birdland, this quaint neighborhood takes its distinctive nickname from its splendid tree-lined streets named after different species of birds, including Blackbird Drive, Hummingbird Lane and Raven Road.

Built in phases between 1964 and 1977 by Morrison Homes, most of the houses boast remodeling and updating as well as properties well-maintained along with their Old World charm. The neighborhood consists of one- and two-story houses typically ranging in size from 1500 to over 2600 square feet. Aside from each home having two- or three-car garages, Pleasanton Valley enjoys popularity for its spacious lots ranging between 6500 and 8000 square feet. Occasionally, some lots run from an even more generous 10,000 to 13,000 square feet.

Prospective homeowners flock to this well-established neighborhood because of its center-of-town location, proximity to local schools, and easy access to Pleasanton’s Sports Park. This development sits at the geographic heart of Pleasanton along Valley Avenue and Black Avenue between Hopyard Road and Santa Rita Road. Centrally located near downtown Pleasanton, the restaurants, Stoneridge Mall and city amenities sit just a stone’s throw from Birdland’s residents. It also boasts close proximity to the I-580 and I-680 freeways as well as Pleasanton’s BART station, making it an advantageous address for commuters. Pleasanton Valley’s close proximity to Woodthrush Park and the Sports Park make it a truly ideal location for families with children in sports, dog walkers, joggers and anyone else who enjoys strolling around Pleasanton’s premier parkland.

Pleasanton Valley School Information

Neighborhood children can easily bike or walk to four of Pleasanton’s top-ranked schools. The area has two elementary schools, one middle school and one high school.

Walnut Grove Elementary

Walnut Grove Elementary enjoys a proud history, as the district built it in 1966 as a progressive open-space school. Situated in a scenic coastal valley just east of San Francisco Bay, Californians label it as one of the state’s most highly regarded schools, explaining its local recognition as a regional locus for cutting-edge educational practices for decades. The school offers an array of programs and activities to ensure students’ academic and social growth. This includes instruction in character education, integration of music and math software, as well classes in visual and performing arts. It encourages community partnerships and even boasts of an organic community garden.

Alisal Elementary School

With over 650 enrollees, Alisal Elementary School dedicates itself to ensuring the individual development of students by providing a quality and innovative student-centered program that allows each child to reach his full potential. One of the oldest schools in the area (having been established in October of 1956), it educates kindergarten through fifth grade students in Pleasanton Unified School District.

Harvest Park Middle School

Harvest Park Middle School, a public middle school designed to meet the special needs of sixth, seventh and eighth graders, takes pride in the recognition it has garnered for its comprehensive education program, support services and strong student activity programs. The school boasts many notable awards, such as National School of Character, National Blue Ribbon School and California Distinguished School. Academic opportunities await students, from peer mentoring to career day to multicultural fairs.

Amador Valley High School

Amador Valley High School, one of two premier high schools in Pleasanton Unified School District, provides education to more than 2600 students annually. The school offers a progressive instructional program which strives to meet students’ needs. Aside from academic classes, students have opportunities to choose and join clubs and activities that aim to further nurture their emotional, physical and intellectual growth.

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