Rudgear Estates, Walnut Creek, CA
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Rudgear Estates is ranked #2 of 30 neighborhoods in Walnut Creek with an overall score of 4.3/5. Its standout factors are safety (5.0/5, 2nd of 30 in Walnut Creek) and schools (4.3/5), at a median home price of $1.65M, which Houseberry currently rates as undervalued by about $89,000. The trade-off is nearby merchants (1.4/5).
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Rudgear Estates occupies the southeast edge of Walnut Creek at the end of Rudgear Road, wrapped in close to 30 acres of open space and built out by a single developer, which gives it an unusually cohesive feel. The original homes are roomy single-levels, and the neighborhood comes with access to Rudgear Park's pool, tennis courts, playgrounds, and trails. The Iron Horse Trail runs nearby, and the freeway is close without being underfoot. It's a quiet, tightly held pocket with a strong sense of place, the kind of neighborhood where the HOA amenities and the open-space buffer do real work. The schools and the calm are the steady draws. The candid tradeoff is the familiar south Walnut Creek one: this is residential to the core, with no walkable retail, so errands happen by car. What you get in return is greenery, recreation at the doorstep, and one of the more consistently desirable addresses on this side of the city. For buyers who value cohesion and open space over walkability, Rudgear Estates is a strong fit.
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Near good merchants1.4
Public Spaces4
Curb Appeal4
Overall Amenities score: 3.5
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Walnut Creek Intermediate | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Las Lomas High | High | 9-12 |
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Is Rudgear Estates a good place to live?
Rudgear Estates ranks 2nd of 30 neighborhoods in Walnut Creek with an overall Houseberry score of 4.3 out of 5. Its strongest factors are safety (5.0/5) and schools (4.3/5). The trade-off is nearby merchants (1.4/5).
Is Rudgear Estates safe?
Rudgear Estates, Walnut Creek scores 5.0 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 2nd of 30 neighborhoods in Walnut Creek.
What do homes in Rudgear Estates cost?
The median home price in Rudgear Estates, Walnut Creek is $1.65M, compared with $1.53M for Walnut Creek as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it undervalued by about $89,000 against comparable neighborhoods.
Are home prices in Rudgear Estates rising or falling?
The median home price in Rudgear Estates, Walnut Creek is down about 10.3% over the past 12 months, from $1.84M to $1.65M. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Rudgear Estates?
Schools serving Rudgear Estates, Walnut Creek include Walnut Creek Intermediate (4.0/5) and Las Lomas High (4.6/5).
What is the weather like in Rudgear Estates?
Rudgear Estates, Walnut Creek receives 81% of its possible sunshine, 5th of 30 in Walnut Creek. Summer days run 55° to 82°F and winter days 41° to 58°F, July is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 23 inches a year.
Is Rudgear Estates walkable to shops and restaurants?
Rudgear Estates, Walnut Creek scores 1.4 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 4.0 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.5 out of 5, 6th of 30 in Walnut Creek.
What is Rudgear Estates known for?
Rudgear Estates, Walnut Creek is associated with Open-Space Buffer, Rudgear Park and Cohesive Layout. Its highest-scoring factors are safety (5.0/5) and schools (4.3/5).
How does Rudgear Estates compare to other Walnut Creek neighborhoods?
Rudgear Estates ranks 2nd of 30 neighborhoods in Walnut Creek. It ranks 2nd of 30 in Walnut Creek for safety (5.0/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.4/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Walnut Creek are Livorna and Rancho Paraiso.
What are the downsides of living in Rudgear Estates?
Rudgear Estates, Walnut Creek scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.4/5).
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