Shopping for a Townhome

If you're tired of pruning the trees, clipping the rose bushes and mowing the lawn, maybe it's time to downsize to a townhome.

Some have wonderful amenities that you may enjoy more when you're not the one who has to take care of them. And the community atmosphere can be delightful.  Here are some of the roomier options available:

Alamo

154 Alamo Square is offered by Serafino Bianchi of Pacific Union and priced at $549,000. It's a 2 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom townhome with 1,757 square feet. It's nicely updated and has a deck overlooking the common area—feels nice and woodsy. The complex is gated and has a wonderful "walk to town" location. There is a community pool for residents. For showings, call Bianchi at 925-858-0649. 

Danville

524 Sycamore Circle is offered by Michael Romero of J. Rockcliff and priced at $399,950. It's a 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom townhome with 1,344 square feet. The windows are new and the paint is fresh. The complex is full of kids playing on the large greenbelt, plus it's close to the Iron Horse Trail with easy access to downtown Danville. Amenities include a pool and tennis courts. Open Sunday from 1 to 4 p.m. or call Romero for showings at 925-855-4102. 

San Ramon

20 Eagle Lake Place #31 is offered by Barry Clyde of Sotheby's Realty and is priced at $539,000. It's a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom townhome with just more than 2,000 square feet. This is an updated penthouse unit with vaulted ceilings and panoramic views from high above the lake and golf course. The complex is gated and includes tennis courts and a pool. Open Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. or call Clyde for showings at 925-997-5836.

Dublin

4597 Rimini Court is offered by Steve Kehrig of BHG Mason McDuffie and is priced at $589,000. It's a 3 bedroom, 2 .5 bathroom townhome with 1,950 square feet. Upgraded throughout with lots of charm: hardwood floors, cherrywood cabinets, 3+ car garage. The complex amenities include a pool, spa, gym and media room. For showings, call Kehrig at 925-487-6618.

Pleasanton

1409 Elliot Circle is offered by Fabulous Properties Team of Keller Williams, agent Dave Cunningham, and is priced at $565,000. It's a 3 bedroom, 2.5 bathroom townhome with 1,731 square feet. Light and bright with high ceilings, crown molding, a large master bedroom suite and private back yard with patio. The complex features a playground for resident use. For showings, call Cunningham at 925-202-6898.

Livermore

1353 Portola Meadows Road is offered by Mike Chandler of Keller Williams, priced at $409,950. It's a 3 bedroom plus loft, 2.5 bathroom townhome with 1,964 square feet. This is the largest model in Portola Meadows, with a gourmet kitchen, formal living and dining rooms and family room with fireplace. Includes a private patio and two-car garage. For showings, call Chandler at 510-220-1212.