Eagle Ridge Homes for Rent

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.