Trailside is one of Brentwood's top-ranked neighborhoods, and it earns it with a strong safety read and a setting that lives up to the name, near the trail-and-open-space system on the city's southern side. The homes lean toward the newer, more compact and efficient end of the market, which keeps the entry price notably lower than the big-lot tracts while still landing in a well-regarded school orbit. The trail access is the signature feature, giving residents a genuine outdoor draw at the doorstep that most Brentwood pockets cannot match. Everyday shopping is a short drive to the Sand Creek and Streets of Brentwood corridors. The honest tradeoffs are space and commute. You give up the wide lots of the older estates for a tidy, lower-maintenance footprint, and the southern position carries Brentwood's long haul to the freeway and BART. For buyers who want newer, affordable and trail-adjacent, Trailside is a standout.




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| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Knightsen Elementary | Primary | K-8 | |
| Liberty High | High | 9-12 |
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Houseberry School Score Data
from CA Dept. of Education
Houseberry recommends using these scores as only a starting point, and conducting your own investigation into what schools fit best for your preferences. School boundaries are not guaranteed and may change. It is important to contact the appropriate school district to confirm enrollment eligibility before making any decision to move to a neighborhood.




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