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Shadow Brook is a suburban getaway in scenic Almaden Valley
Shadow Brook offers suburban living within walking distance of three of San Jose’s best-rated schools. Located at the southern edge of San Jose’s Almaden Valley, this midcentury-era subdivision is also close to a local swim club and within a short drive to popular outdoor destinations in the California countryside. “It’s very community oriented. And people really love being that close to the schools. You can walk there, and all three are among the best in the city,” says Realtor Matt Tenczar of Compass Real Estate, who has worked in Almaden Valley for more than 30 years. “Everyone knows each other, and you see your neighbors walking, or you see them at the pool.”
Shadow Brook offers walkable access to top San Jose schools and a swim club.
Mature trees and peaceful surroundings create a relaxing walking route through Shadow Brook.
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Leafy streets with homes built in the late 1960s and ‘70s
Homes in Shadow Brook were largely built in the late 1960s and ‘70s during the Almaden Valley construction boom. Split-level and ranch styles are the most common home designs here, with two-car garages, covered porches and landscaped front lawns. Many homes have peek-a-boo views of the hills and mountains on either side of the valley. “You get a great view of Mount Umunhum, that’s the tallest mountain out there, and it’s got an old air force base building at the top,” Tenczar says. Prices are at the upper end for San Jose, ranging between $2 million and $2.5 million. Safety is also part of the neighborhood’s appeal. It gets a CAP Index Crime Score of 1 out of 10, compared to 4 nationally.
This California Ranch home in Shadow Brook features a pergola entry and lush, pollinator-friendly landscaping.
This Traditional Colonial in Shadow Brook features a full-length balcony, bay window, and garden-style path.
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Students walk to some of San Jose’s top-rated public schools
Shadow Brook residents are walking distance from three of San Jose’s best-rated public schools. Students start at Graystone Elementary, which gets an A-minus rating from Niche and received the California Distinguished Schools Award in 2023. For grades six through eight, students can attend A-minus-rated Bret Harte Middle. The final four years are spent at Leland High School, a sought-after STEM school with an A rating. Niche ranks it among the top 50 high schools in California for college prep.
Graystone Elementary in San Jose stands out for high test scores and a dedicated teaching staff.
Learning flourishes at Bret Harte Middle School.
Leland High School in San Jose is known for academic excellence and strong college prep programs.
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Community parks, pools and a creek-side trail
Greystone Park, within walking distance for most residents, is a popular community park with a playground, ballfields and shady groves of trees where people can picnic. It’s just across the street from the Los Alamitos Creek Trail, a 5-mile path that skirts Alamitos Creek and connects with several other nearby parks. In the summertime, Shadow Brook Swim Club draws crowds of visitors to its outdoor swimming pool and clubhouse. “The club is the central spot for the community. There’s a swim team. There are holiday events. The Fourth of July Parade every year is huge,” Tenczar says. For more outdoor adventuring, trailheads for Santa Teresa County Park and Almaden Quicksilver County Park are within a few miles.
Greystone Park in Shadow Brook blends sports, play, and natural serenity.
Shadow Brook Swim Club is the community hub for poolside fun and summer events.
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Shadow Brook has as small shopping strip with a handful of restaurants
Almaden Via Valiente Plaza is within the neighborhood. It has a CVS pharmacy, a few shops and a handful of local restaurants. Residents can grab a table on the patio at La Terraza Grill & Bar, a festive Colombian restaurant, or pick up a pie from Pomodoro Pizza. Grocery and big box chains are found about 4 miles away at Almaden Plaza. It’s a large shopping district with a Whole Foods, Trader Joe’s, Costco and Walmart.
Residents of Shadow Brook enjoy walkable access to Almaden Via Valiente Plaza for everyday convenience.
Whole Foods Market at 1146 Blossom Hill Rd is conveniently close to Shadow Brook for organic groceries.
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Getting around Almaden Valley and beyond
The neighborhood is at the southern edge of the Almaden Valley, and commuting can be a hassle. It’s about 12 miles to Downtown San Jose and between around 25 miles to Silicon Valley cities like Palo Alto, Menlo Park and Cupertino. There is one bus line that serves Almaden Valley, with stops a few miles away from the neighborhood on Camden Avenue. Kaiser Permanente San Jose Medical Center is the nearest hospital, about 8 miles away.
Bus service to Shadow Brook runs nearby along Camden Avenue in Almaden Valley.
Kaiser Permanente San Jose Medical Center is the closest hospital to Shadow Brook, just 8 miles away.
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Shadow Brook is at risk for wildfires and flooding
Its proximity to the mountains puts the neighborhood at an increased risk for wildfires. To help protect residents from fires, Santa Clara County created a Community Wildfire Protection Plan in 2016 to further address safety in fire-prone areas. Some parts the neighborhood is in a flood zone because of its proximity to Alamitos Creek.
GreatSchools:
The GreatSchools Rating helps parents compare schools within a state based on a variety of school quality indicators and provides a helpful picture of how effectively each school serves all of its students. Ratings are on a scale of 1 (below average) to 10 (above average) and can include test scores, college readiness, academic progress, advanced courses, equity, discipline and attendance data. We also advise parents to visit schools, consider other information on school performance and programs, and consider family needs as part of the school selection process.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Shadow Brook
US
Homicide
2
4
Sexual Assault
2
4
Assault with Weapon
2
4
Robbery
2
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
3
4
Larceny
3
4
Crime Score
2
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Shadow Brook Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Shadow Brook, San Jose sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Shadow Brook, San Jose over the last 12 months is $2,275,000, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Perfectly positioned on a spacious corner lot in Almaden Valley’s highly desirable Shadow Brook neighborhood, 6605 Bret Harte Drive is a beautifully updated single-story Ranch residence offering four generously sized bedrooms plus a den and two tastefully remodeled bathrooms. The home has been thoughtfully renovated to blend modern design with everyday livability, featuring an open-concept layout
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