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Vallejo
Solano County's gateway — Victorian charm, ferry to SF, and the Bay Area's last sub-$600K homes.
Median
$560,000
The numbers
Median Price
$560,000
Median Sqft
1,500
$/Sqft
$373
Walk Score
45
The vibe
Historic downtown, Mare Island redevelopment, ferry access to SF Ferry Building. The most affordable major Bay Area city in 2026.
Who loves it
Buyers who want to own at all and are willing to trade longer commute for affordability.
What it isn't
Top-tier public schools. Many Vallejo buyers plan around private schools or homeschool networks.
Schools
- Lincoln Elementary5/10
- Vallejo HS4/10
- St. Patrick-St. Vincent HS (private)9/10
Highlights
- ✦Vallejo Ferry to SF (60 min)
- ✦Mare Island historic district
- ✦Six Flags Discovery Kingdom
- ✦Heritage Victorian homes
Insider note from Roger
Heritage District (Victorians) is the gem. Mare Island redevelopment is a 10-year story still unfolding.
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18 years of East Bay data
Ask me anything about Vallejo — schools, vibe, pockets. I can also book a 20-minute call with Roger or give you his direct line.