The residents of Piedmont enjoy the benefits of small-town community life in one of the most beautiful towns of the entire Bay Area. Surrounded by the cultural diversity and recreational activities of its larger neighbors, Oakland and Berkeley, and a short distance to San Francisco, this town, surrounded by Oakland, houses many of the most lavish and gorgeous properties of the East Bay. Incorporated in 1907, Piedmont's roughly 11,000 residents enjoy living in picturesque, traditional neighborhoods adorned with tree-lined streets. Renowned for its top-notch services and consistently highly rated schools, the city covers a modest 1.8 square miles.Within this compact area, residents have access to a diverse range of recreational activities, as well as a beautiful and centrally located city park. No wonder it has become a highly sought-after place for families, executives, and professionals seeking to put down roots in a place that exudes safety, quality and charm.