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Lafayette/Moraga/Orinda “Lamorinda”

A friendly aesthetic have given this region of Northern California.

Welcome to Lamorinda

A serene, wholesome, and wonderful area … come find your bliss
 
Just east of the San Francisco Bay between Briones Regional Park and the Las Trampas Regional Wilderness Park, Lamorinda is a serene and beautiful place to grow up. Largely known for wonderful public schools, people can find their slice of heaven in one of Lamorinda’s tranquil, secluded neighborhoods, or one of the luxurious country clubs. A great number of parks, community events, and a friendly aesthetic have given this region of Northern California an unrivaled sense of belonging.
 
Lamorinda consists of three communities: Lafayette, Moraga, and Orinda. While each is unique in its own way, they share the same community feel and overall appearance as one another. One of the more high-end suburbs of the outer Bay Area is also home to the Acalanes Union High School District, one of the best in the state. Great schools, a tight-knit community, and friendly neighbors have made the Lamorinda region one of the best to call home.
 

What to Love

  • One of the best public school districts in the state
  • Great mix of traditional suburban and more secluded neighborhoods
  • Parks, trails, country clubs, and other opportunities for outdoor recreation

Local Lifestyle

Life within Lamorinda is peaceful and friendly. Locals cherish their location in the Acalanes Union High School District, one of the best-performing in the state of California. A rotating slate of local events offers wonderful days out for the whole family, with some options just for the adults, such as local wine festivals. Days spent at country clubs, parks, and a weekly farmers’ market are regular parts of life. Lamorinda is just 10 miles east of central Oakland, an especially easy commute thanks to the BART’s very regular yellow line service.
 

Dining, Entertainment, and Shopping

High-end Italian cuisine served in an intimate, authentic setting at Postino has been a regional favorite for several years. Once headed up by Cat Cora, the first female Iron Chef and a Food Network star, Postino has lived on and thrived throughout the years. Short ribs, duck breast, fish stew, and foie gras are just a few of their celebratory creations.
 
Those looking to catch the latest blockbusters can pay a visit to the Orinda Theatre. While this theatre shows the latest hits, patrons enjoy a sort of nostalgia and step back in time inside this classic cinema built in 1941 featuring architecture from a forgotten era.
 
Joining and mingling at Orinda or Moraga Country Club are options for those that seek an active lifestyle. These courses are unique and aim to challenge, yet entertain visitors. Aside from the two beautiful courses surrounded by native trees, both clubs offer swimming, lessons for youngsters, tennis courts, fitness centers, and gourmet in-house dining.
 
Lamorinda is abundant in outdoor recreation. Moraga Commons Park is a 40-acre facility with picnic areas, playgrounds, sand volleyball, and more. Similar facilities can be found at Orinda Community Center Park, where locals can take advantage of recreational classes and other informative, fun programs. Days on the water are spent at the Lafayette Reservoir, a 126-acre man-made water site. It’s ideal for fishing, hiking, and boating year-round. Toward the edge of town, Rancho Laguna Park features a picnic area that can accommodate 200 guests for festivals and other get-togethers.
 

Things To Do

The region is plentiful with festivals and other celebrations. The Pear and Wine Festival is an observance of Moraga‘s harvest featuring children’s activities, treats, and more. Also in September, the Lafayette Art and Wine Festival is one of the largest within the county, having attracted over 85,000 visitors in recent years. Food trucks, wine, and craft brews are enjoyed with live music in the background. On a more regular basis, locals flock to the Moraga Farmers’ Market, consisting of over 40 stands selling the best offerings every Sunday morning. Fresh produce, flowers, jams, and coffee are just a few of the offerings at the market.
 

Schools

Lamorinda is known for its public schools - the best in the state. The schools within the Acalanes Union High School District consist of: 
 
  • Campolindo High School, grades 9-12; CHS was ranked as the 30th-best school in California by U.S. News & World Report
  • Miramonte High School, grades 9-12; MHS offers a college preparatory program and sees 99% of their graduating seniors go on to pursue a collegiate education
  • Acalanes High School, grades 9-12; a diverse selection of advanced placement courses include digital design and many foreign languages, among others
  • Las Lomas High School, grades 9-12; a history of excellence includes several extracurricular activities, advanced placement courses, and a college preparatory program
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51 Moraga Way, STE 1
 Orinda, CA  94563

Dean Okamura

Work #: 925.377.8700

Mobile #: 925.708.3133

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CA DRE# 01312720

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