Danville

Danville is a city in Contra Costa County, California, set in the San Ramon Valley at roughly 360 feet (110 meters) elevation. Tree-lined residential streets spread across several miles, with shopping centers and small parks mixed among single-family homes.

The area was part of the Rancho San Ramón land grant from 1834, with settlers establishing farms later in the nineteenth century. The Southern Pacific Railroad built a spur line through here in 1891, connecting the community to the wider Bay Area and encouraging growth.

The Eugene O'Neill National Historic Site preserves the estate where the Nobel Prize-winning playwright created several significant theatrical works.

The Iron Horse Regional Trail runs through town and offers a paved route for walking, cycling, and horseback riding between Livermore and Concord. The path is mostly flat and works well for families or casual outings.

The city has been ranked as the safest in California for several years running, a designation based on low crime rates and the way the community manages its public spaces. This reputation has shaped how families think about the town when choosing where to live.

Location: Contra Costa County

Inception: 1982

Elevation above the sea: 109 m

Shares border with: Alamo, San Ramon

Website: https://danville.ca.gov

GPS coordinates: 37.82167,-122.00000

Latest update: December 12, 2025 22:48