Walnut Meadows, Brentwood, CA
At a glance
Walnut Meadows is ranked #43 of 99 neighborhoods in Brentwood with an overall score of 3.2/5. Its standout factor is safety (3.7/5, 41st of 99 in Brentwood), at a median home price of $867.5k, which Houseberry currently rates as overvalued by about $5,000. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (0.5/5) and public spaces (3.0/5), with prices running about 13% above the Brentwood median.
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Walnut Meadows is a quiet, tucked-away residential pocket in the central-to-eastern part of Brentwood, its name a nod to the walnut orchards that once covered this ground. The low everyday-amenity read reflects its character: this is a calm, set-back neighborhood rather than one with shops at the doorstep. It runs on the central-east pattern: a short drive to the downtown grid, the farmers market and the Sand Creek shopping, with the car handling daily life. The streets stay residential and low-traffic, with the orchard-heritage feel of this side of town. The honest tradeoffs are the central-east ones: schools and safety read mid-pack, and there is little within walking distance. For buyers who want a quiet, fairly priced Brentwood address and do not mind driving for everything, Walnut Meadows fits.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants0.5
Public Spaces3
Curb Appeal3.2
Overall Amenities score: 2.6
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brentwood Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Brentwood Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Edna Hill Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Liberty High | High | 9-12 |
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Walnut Meadows FAQs10 answers
Is Walnut Meadows a good place to live?
Walnut Meadows ranks 43rd of 99 neighborhoods in Brentwood with an overall Houseberry score of 3.2 out of 5. Its strongest factor is safety (3.7/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (0.5/5) and public spaces (3.0/5) and a median home price of $867.5k against the Brentwood median of $770.31k.
Is Walnut Meadows safe?
Walnut Meadows, Brentwood scores 3.7 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 41st of 99 neighborhoods in Brentwood.
What do homes in Walnut Meadows cost?
The median home price in Walnut Meadows, Brentwood is $867.5k, compared with $770.31k for Brentwood as a whole. Houseberry currently rates it overvalued by about $5,000 against comparable neighborhoods.
Are home prices in Walnut Meadows rising or falling?
The median home price in Walnut Meadows, Brentwood is roughly flat over the past 12 months, at $867.5k against $867.5k a year earlier. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Walnut Meadows?
Schools serving Walnut Meadows, Brentwood include Brentwood Elementary (3.3/5), Brentwood Elementary (3.3/5), Edna Hill Middle (3.2/5) and Liberty High (3.6/5).
What is the weather like in Walnut Meadows?
Walnut Meadows, Brentwood receives 80% of its possible sunshine, 81st of 99 in Brentwood. Summer days run 58° to 88°F and winter days 41° to 57°F, July is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 14 inches a year.
Is Walnut Meadows walkable to shops and restaurants?
Walnut Meadows, Brentwood scores 0.5 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.0 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 2.6 out of 5, 89th of 99 in Brentwood.
What is Walnut Meadows known for?
Walnut Meadows, Brentwood is associated with Orchard Heritage, Quiet Tract and Central East.
How does Walnut Meadows compare to other Brentwood neighborhoods?
Walnut Meadows ranks 43rd of 99 neighborhoods in Brentwood. It ranks 41st of 99 in Brentwood for safety (3.7/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (0.5/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Brentwood are Deer Ridge Country Club and Trailside.
What are the downsides of living in Walnut Meadows?
Walnut Meadows, Brentwood scores lowest on nearby merchants (0.5/5) and public spaces (3.0/5). Its median home price of $867.5k runs about 13% above the Brentwood median of $770.31k.
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