The Tour de Redfin Whisks Us Through the 10 Most Bikeable Cities in California

Pedal Perfect: The Top 10 Bikeable Cities Inviting You to Take a Spin

• Hobnob with the hipsters in Davis, CA, the most bikeable city with a score of 90.
• Race to the Golden Gate in San Francisco as the second most bikeable city in the state. Not ideal for the faint-hearted – or those afraid of uphill struggles.
• Stroll through a sunny spread of Californian houses in Berkeley, placing third. Tighten those handlebars, though. Housing market here’s like a wild downhill ride.
• Saddle up for a ride in Santa Barbara. Be careful. One too many stunning beach-view houses and you might topple over.
• Cycle in the city of angels, Los Angeles. With sprawling urban landscapes to traverse, it’s certainly a workout fit for a Hollywood star.
• Experience an adrenaline rush along the charming hills of Santa Monica.
• Enjoy a scenic ride in Oakland. Say hello to the Golden State’s housing opportunities while you’re at it.
• Embrace the coastal breeze in Long Beach as you pedal along this city’s cyclist-friendly streets.
• Catch a glimpse of Spanish-style houses in Sacramento while you’re on your merry way.
• Round out the ride in San Diego with its classic blend of surf, sun, and real estate success.

House Prices To Make You Pedal Faster

• Davis won’t just burn your calories. Median listing price is a sizable $632,000, but don’t lose heart just yet.
• San Francisco, known for steep hills and steeper prices, sees a staggering median price of $1.4 million. Time to pump those pedals and your financial plan.
• Berkeley, despite its wild ride, offers a median house price of $1.2 million. High, but hey, maybe the great cycling infrastructure is part of the package.
• Santa Barbara, with its breathtaking views, unsurprisingly showcases an average house price of $1.5 million. Suddenly losing your breath?
• Los Angeles, housing celebrities and average people alike, has an average price around the $1 million mark. Fancy being neighbors with a star?
• Santa Monica, sadly, isn’t a budget destination. Median price peaks at $1.7 million. Expensive perhaps, but remember, you’re getting a luxury location!
• Oakland showcases a median price of $749,000. Quite friendly towards your wallet compared to other cities, wouldn’t you say?
• Long Beach is no slouch, presenting a median house price of $727,000. Affordable beachfront property, anyone?
• Sacramento, known for its history and charm, sees a median price of $399,000. That’s almost a steal!
• San Diego, even with its sun and surf, has an average house price around $735,000. Real estate, it seems, is riding the wave too.

And now for a closing hot take, on our two-wheel tour of California. It appears you’re going to need more than strong calf muscles to stay in the saddle in these Californian cities. The real estate prices are high enough to make a mountain biker wince. Cycling through the Golden State, it’s clear that living the California dream isn’t only about the bike scores. It’s also about the challenging uphill ride of the housing market. Pedal on, folks!

Original article: https://www.redfin.com/blog/most-bikeable-cities-in-california/