Why Live in Eagle Ridge
Eagle Ridge in Gilroy is a gated and master-planned community nestled in the agricultural countryside, offering a blend of elegance and luxury. Located just 33 miles from San Jose, it provides a secluded environment with a crime rate lower than the national average. The neighborhood is divided into two main areas: the gated Eagle Ridge west of Santa Teresa Boulevard, featuring early-2000s Mediterranean-style homes along a golf course, and the master-planned Glen Loma Ranch to the east, with 2020s Mediterranean and Craftsman New Traditional homes. Residents enjoy amenities such as tennis courts, a swimming pool, a clubhouse, and the Eagle Ridge Golf Club. Local attractions include the horticulture-themed Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park and the 57-acre Christmas Hill Park, which offers hiking and biking trails. The community is active, with events like movies on the lawn and Easter egg hunts organized by the Eagle Ridge Homeowners Association. Nearby, the Santa Clara Valley Wine Trail features family-owned wineries, and downtown Gilroy, 4 miles away, offers locally owned shops and restaurants. Highly rated schools in the area include Las Animas Elementary, Dr. TJ Owens Gilroy Early College Academy, and Pacific Point Christian Schools. For transportation, residents have access to State Route 152, U.S. Highway 101, and the Caltrain station in Gilroy, making commutes to San Jose and San Francisco feasible. While the area west of Santa Teresa Boulevard is in a wildland-urban interface with increased fire risk, residents are advised to have emergency plans in place.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Eagle Ridge a good place to live?
Eagle Ridge is a good place to live. Eagle Ridge is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Eagle Ridge is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Eagle Ridge has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 3.1 people per acre and a median age of 45. The average household income is $188,481 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 52.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Eagle Ridge are home owners, with 16% of residents renting and 84% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Eagle Ridge can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Eagle Ridge neighborhood guide.
Is Eagle Ridge, CA a safe neighborhood?
Eagle Ridge, CA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Eagle Ridge?
The median home price in Eagle Ridge is $1,648,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $329,600 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.22%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $8,090 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $347K a year to afford the median home price in Eagle Ridge. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Eagle Ridge is $188K.
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Home Trends in Eagle Ridge, CA
On average, homes in Eagle Ridge, Gilroy sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 55 days. The median sale price for homes in Eagle Ridge, Gilroy over the last 12 months is $1,580,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,580,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,600,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$507
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
29
Median List Price
$1,648,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%