Walnut Woods, Brentwood, CA
At a glance
Walnut Woods is ranked #44 of 99 neighborhoods in Brentwood with an overall score of 3.2/5. Its standout factor is safety (3.7/5, 42nd of 99 in Brentwood), at a median home price of $817k, which Houseberry currently rates as overvalued by about $18,000. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (0.5/5) and public spaces (3.0/5).
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Walnut Woods is a quiet, tucked-away residential tract in the central-to-eastern part of Brentwood, its name carrying the walnut-orchard heritage of this side of the city. The low everyday-amenity read is in keeping with its character: this is a calm, set-back neighborhood rather than one with shopping at the doorstep. It follows the central-east rhythm: a short drive to the downtown grid, the farmers market and the Sand Creek shopping, with the car doing the work for daily errands. The streets stay residential and low-traffic. 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, reasonably priced Brentwood address and accept the drive-everywhere reality, Walnut Woods is a low-key option.
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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 Woods FAQs10 answers
Is Walnut Woods a good place to live?
Walnut Woods ranks 44th 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).
Is Walnut Woods safe?
Walnut Woods, Brentwood scores 3.7 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 42nd of 99 neighborhoods in Brentwood.
What do homes in Walnut Woods cost?
The median home price in Walnut Woods, Brentwood is $817k. Houseberry currently rates it overvalued by about $18,000 against comparable neighborhoods.
Are home prices in Walnut Woods rising or falling?
The median home price in Walnut Woods, Brentwood is roughly flat over the past 12 months, at $817k against $817k a year earlier. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Walnut Woods?
Schools serving Walnut Woods, 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 Woods?
Walnut Woods, 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 Woods walkable to shops and restaurants?
Walnut Woods, 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, 90th of 99 in Brentwood.
What is Walnut Woods known for?
Walnut Woods, Brentwood is associated with Orchard Heritage, Quiet Tract and Central East.
How does Walnut Woods compare to other Brentwood neighborhoods?
Walnut Woods ranks 44th of 99 neighborhoods in Brentwood. It ranks 42nd 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 Woods?
Walnut Woods, Brentwood scores lowest on nearby merchants (0.5/5) and public spaces (3.0/5).
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