Piedmont, California
Piedmont is a city of 10,945 people in Alameda County, California, founded in 1907.
Why visit Piedmont
Townapedia lists 79 museums and landmarks, 49 parks and trails, 179 places to eat, 1 place to stay and 15 attractions in and around town.
Highlights include Grand Lake Theatre, California College of the Arts, 10th Street Market and African American Museum and Library at Oakland.
September is the warmest month, with average highs of 75°F; January lows average 45°F.
Weather in Piedmont
Forecast from the National Weather Service. Full forecast
About Piedmont
Piedmont is a small city in Alameda County, California, United States, enclaved by the city of Oakland. Its residential population was 11,270 at the 2020 census. The name comes from the region of Piedmont in Italy, and it means 'foothill'. Piedmont was incorporated in 1907, and was developed significantly in the 1920s and 1930s.
From the Wikipedia article Piedmont, California (this version), under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Things to do15
Grand Lake Theatre
Cinema and theater · 1.2 mi
Movie theater in Oakland, California, United States
3218 Grand Avenue
California College of the Arts
School · 1.4 mi
Private art and design school in California, United States (founded 1907, opened new additional permanent campus in San Francisco in 1996)
Children's Fairyland
Monument and historic site · 1.9 mi
Amusement park in Oakland, California
Cypress Street Viaduct
Bridge · 3.2 mi
Former freeway in Oakland, California, U.S.
Holy Names University
School · 2.7 mi
Private, coeducational Catholic university located in Oakland, California, U.S.
Idora Park
Monument and historic site · 2.3 mi
Defunct amusement park
Oakland Harbor Light
Lighthouse · 3.0 mi
Lighthouse in California, United States
Samuel Merritt University
School · 1.9 mi
University in Oakland, California
University of California
School · 2.7 mi
University system in California, United States
3 more on the map.
Museums and landmarks79
10th Street Market
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 2.8 mi
United States historic place
African American Museum and Library at Oakland
Museum · National Register of Historic Places · 2.7 mi
Public library in Oakland, California, USA
Alameda County Building and Loan Association Building
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 2.6 mi
Historic place in Oakland, California
Alfred H. Cohen House
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 3.0 mi
Also known as the Cohen Bray House, is a residence located in the Fruitvale neighborhood of Oakland, California.
Altenheim
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 1.6 mi
Historic place in Oakland, California
American Bag Co.-Union Hide Co.
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 3.0 mi
Historic place in Oakland, California
Antonio Maria Peralta House
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 2.5 mi
Historic house in Oakland, California, United States
Brooklyn Presbyterian Church
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 2.4 mi
Historic place in Oakland, California
California Cotton Mills Company Factory
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 2.9 mi
Historic place in Oakland, California
California Hotel
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 2.7 mi
Historic Oakland, California, hotel
California School for the Blind
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 2.9 mi
School in the United States
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Camron-Stanford House
Monument and historic site · National Register of Historic Places · 2.3 mi
House in Oakland, California
67 more on the map.
Parks, trails and playgrounds49
Morcom Rose Garden
Park · 0.9 mi
Park in California, United States of America
700 Jean Street, Oakland
Bushrod Park
Park · 2.4 mi
Human settlement in Oakland, California, United States of America
Claremont Canyon Regional Preserve
Park · 3.0 mi
Park in California, United States of America, United States of America
Frank H. Ogawa Plaza
Park · 2.6 mi
Square in Oakland, Alameda County, United States of America
Robert Sibley Volcanic Regional Preserve
Park · 2.7 mi
Park in United States of America
Roberts Regional Recreation Area
Park · 3.1 mi
Park in California, United States of America
37 more on the map.
Restaurants and cafes179
Fentons Creamery
Restaurant · Ice Cream, American, Burger, Hot Dog · 1.2 mi
4226 Piedmont Avenue, Oakland
Su-Th 11:00-21:00,Fr-Sa 11:00-22:00
Ordinaire Wine Shop & Wine Bar
Bar and pub · 1.1 mi
3354 Grand Avenue, Oakland
Su-Th 12:00-21:00; Fr-Sa 12:00-22:00; Tu[1] off; May 1 off; Jul 4...
Cafe Romanat
Restaurant · Ethiopian · 1.2 mi
Romanat serves authentic Ethiopian/Eritrean food in a welcoming cultural environment in Oakland, CA. since 2011. Owned and operated by a...
462 Santa Clara Avenue, Oakland
Tu-Fr 17:00-22:00; Sa-Su 11:30-22:00
Piedmont Cafe & Bakery
Cafe · American, Breakfast, Donut · 1.3 mi
Cafe with donuts and American diner breakfast food
4054 Piedmont Avenue
Mo-Su 07:00-14:30
Almond & Oak
Diner · American · 1.1 mi
3311 Grand Avenue, Oakland
Tu-Sa 17:00-21:00; Sa, Su 10:00-14:00
Bar César
Restaurant · Spanish · 1.3 mi
4039 Piedmont Avenue, Oakland
Sa,Su 10:00-15:00, Tu-Th,Su 16:00-21:00, Fr,Sa 16:00-22:00
Daughter Thai Kitchen
Restaurant · Thai · 1.1 mi
6118 Medau Place, Oakland
Mo-Fr 11:30-14:00; Su-Th 17:00-20:30; Fr-Sa 17:00-21:00; Sa-Su 12:00-15:00
Geta Sushi
Restaurant · Japanese · 1.3 mi
165 41st Street, Oakland
Tu-Th, Sa 11:30-14:00, 17:00-20:00; Fr 11:30-14:00, 17:00-20:15
167 more on the map.
History
The original neighborhood of Piedmont was larger than the current municipality of Piedmont, with the Mountain View Cemetery considered full part of the Piedmont neighborhood.
Residents initially sought incorporation in 1907. Two elections were held among the citizens of Piedmont in 1907, both of which narrowly upheld the decision for Piedmont to become a separate city, rather than become a neighborhood within the city of Oakland.
According to the city's webpage, "In the Roaring Twenties, Piedmont was known as the 'City of Millionaires' because there were more millionaires per square mile than in any city in the United States." Many of these millionaires built mansions that still stand, notably on Sea View Avenue and Sotelo Avenue/Glen Alpine Road in 'Alta' Piedmont. Piedmont became a charter city under the laws of the state of California on December 18, 1922. On February 27, 1923, voters adopted the charter, which can only be changed by another vote of the people.
From the History section of Piedmont, California on Wikipedia, under CC BY-SA 4.0.
Where to stay1
Churches and places of worship31
First Unitarian Church of Oakland
Church · National Register of Historic Places · 2.8 mi
Greek Orthodox Church of the Assumption
Church · National Register of Historic Places · 2.9 mi
Shopping31
Gas and EV charging19
Schools, colleges and libraries68
Lakeview Branch Oakland Public Library
Library · 1.4 mi
550 El Embarcadero, Oakland
Healthcare12
Map of Piedmont
250 places. The map loads OpenStreetMap tiles when you open it.
Climate by month
Monthly table
| Month | High | Low | Rain | Snow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 60°F | 45°F | 4.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Feb | 62°F | 47°F | 4.3 in | 0.0 in |
| Mar | 65°F | 49°F | 3.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Apr | 67°F | 50°F | 1.4 in | 0.0 in |
| May | 69°F | 53°F | 0.8 in | 0.0 in |
| Jun | 72°F | 55°F | 0.2 in | 0.0 in |
| Jul | 72°F | 57°F | 0.0 in | 0.0 in |
| Aug | 73°F | 58°F | 0.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Sep | 75°F | 57°F | 0.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Oct | 73°F | 55°F | 1.1 in | 0.0 in |
| Nov | 66°F | 49°F | 2.4 in | 0.0 in |
| Dec | 60°F | 45°F | 4.7 in | 0.0 in |
U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020 for Oakland Museum (2 mi away), NOAA NCEI.
People and cost of living
American Community Survey 5-year estimates, 2020-2024, U.S. Census Bureau. Estimates have margins of error, larger for small towns.
Disaster history
Alameda County has had 11 federal disaster declarations since 2000, most often for severe storms.
- 2023-04-03: Severe Winter Storms, Straight-Line Winds, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslides (Severe Storm)
- 2023-01-14: Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, Landslides, And Mudslides (Flood)
- 2023-01-09: Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, And Mudslides (Flood)
- 2020-03-22: Covid-19 Pandemic (Biological)
- 2020-03-13: Covid-19 (Biological)
- 2017-04-01: Severe Winter Storms, Flooding, And Mudslides (Flood)
OpenFEMA disaster declarations summaries.
Getting there and nearby towns
Oakland International Airport (OAK) is the nearest airport with scheduled flights listed in OpenStreetMap, 7 miles away.
- Oakland 4 mi south, about 6 min by car
- Emeryville 4 mi west, about 7 min by car
- Berkeley 5 mi northwest, about 8 min by car
- Orinda 5 mi northeast, about 9 min by car
- Alameda 6 mi south, about 9 min by car
- Moraga 6 mi east, about 10 min by car
- Kensington 6 mi northwest, about 10 min by car
- Albany 7 mi northwest, about 11 min by car
- Lafayette 8 mi northeast, about 12 min by car
- El Cerrito 8 mi northwest, about 13 min by car
Drive times are estimates from straight-line distance, not routes.
Local news
Headlines from INDB, the NEMICO news database.
Reviews, tips and questions
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Sources and licences
- NCES EDGE (Public domain): public schools
- NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals 1991-2020 (Public domain): climate by month
- OpenFEMA (Public domain): disaster declarations
- OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL 1.0): places, airports, map data
- U.S. Census Bureau (Public domain): population, income, housing, education, commute
- Wikidata (CC0 1.0): elevation, founding date, time zone, website, landmarks and historic places
- Wikimedia Commons (see each image): photos
- Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0): overview and history text
Photo credits
- Piedmont, California, Sam Pullara, CC BY 2.0
- Grassy strip along Sheridan Avenue, Piedmont (1), March 2024, Pi.1415926535, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Closed bus stop on Highland Avenue, Piedmont, March 2024, Pi.1415926535, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Grassy strip along Highland Avenue, Piedmont (2), March 2024, Pi.1415926535, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Grassy strip along Sheridan Avenue, Piedmont (2), March 2024, Pi.1415926535, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Grassy strip along Highland Avenue, Piedmont (1), March 2024, Pi.1415926535, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Piedmont High School’s “mascot” Uncle Baby Brutus, Fredmklyce, CC0
- Piedmont Park parking lot, March 2024, Pi.1415926535, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Highland Way, Piedmont, March 2024, Pi.1415926535, CC BY-SA 4.0
- AC Transit route 33 bus at Piedmont, March 2024, Pi.1415926535, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Piedmont Police Department, Piedmont, California, US, Clyde Charles Brown, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Piedmont Park, Piedmont, California, US, Clyde Charles Brown, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Wetmore House (Piedmont, CA), Sanfranman59, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Piedmont Recreation Center, Piedmont, California, US, Clyde Charles Brown, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Havens Playground, Piedmont, California, US, Clyde Charles Brown, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Blair Park Piedmont, Naddruf, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Oakland Avenue in Piedmont, March 2024, Pi.1415926535, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Charles W. Dickey House, Piedmont, California, US, Clyde Charles Brown, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Dracena Quarry Park, Piedmont, California, US, Clyde Charles Brown, CC BY-SA 4.0
- The Bellevue-Staten (Oakland, CA), Sanfranman59, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Women's Athletic Club of Alameda County 03, Lorahlove, CC BY-SA 4.0
- Lightship Relief (Oakland, CA), Sanfranman59, CC BY-SA 3.0
- PardeeHouse OaklandCA, Jack Boucher, Public domain
- University High School (Oakland, CA), Sanfranman59, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Trinity Church (Oakland, CA), Sanfranman59, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Antonio Maria Peralta House (Oakland, CA), Sanfranman59, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Federal Realty Building (Oakland, CA) 2, Sanfranman59, CC BY-SA 3.0
- South Berkeley Community Church (Berkeley, CA), Sanfranman59, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Alfred H. Cohen House (Oakland, CA), Sanfranman59, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Oakland YWCA (Oakland, CA), Sanfranman59, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Security Bank & Trust Co Building (Oakland, CA), Sanfranman59, CC BY-SA 3.0
- American Bag Co.-Union Hide Co. (Oakland, CA), Sanfranman59, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Cameron-Stanford House (Oakland, CA), Sanfranman59, CC BY-SA 3.0
- First Church of Christ Scientist, Coro, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Oakland City Hall (Oakland, CA) 2, Sanfranman59, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Closeup aerial view of Downtown Oakland and Lakeside Park, Dcoetzee, Public domain
- 1stUnitarianChurch OaklandCA, Andrew Van Dis, Public domain
- California Hotel (Oakland, CA), Sanfranman59, CC BY-SA 3.0
- People's-Park, Minesweeper, CC BY-SA 3.0
- Wedding hall maximum occupancy, Charles Hutchins, CC BY 2.0
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