Additional San Leandro Information:
San Leandro was discovered in 1772 by Spanish explorers and later became famous in the 1800’s for its delicious cherries. And life in San Leandro today is still a bowl of cherries. The citizens celebrate their diverse heritage every year at the Cherry Festival. But there is more to the city than its famous fruit: it’s a great place to live, work and play. The citizens play an active role in local government by participating in numerous neighborhood and homeowner’s associations. They are proud of their older-style houses and tree-lined streets. The weather is always good enough to enjoy many of the city’s outdoor parks or to go sailing on the bay. All classes of living accommodations are available; everything from apartments in the city or houses in the suburbs. Being a unique part of a large metropolis, there is a wealth of employment opportunities within the city’s borders and outside of them. Having BART go through the city makes getting anywhere in the Bay Area easier. The city sponsors a youth employment program that helps high school students get part-time jobs in the summer and after school. You won’t regret your decision to buy a home in San Leandro.