For most of its existence, Emeryville was just a small city sandwiched between Oakland and Berkeley. However, as large companies like Pixar and Chiron established themselves here, retail outlets flourished, as have values for Emeryville real estate like condos and lofts.
Emeryville is centered around a thriving retail center, which contains the new Bay Street Mall, East BayBridge Shopping Center, Ikea and a host of other stores. There’s the UA Emery Bay Stadium 10 Theater and lots to eat, epitomized by the Emeryville Public Market, new hipster hotspot Bar Kitty’s, Charles Chocolates and the classic Rudy’s Can’t Fail Café. All told, Emeryville is a unique city, with card clubs, a great art scene and the Shellmound.
Above: City Hall.