$998,815Average Value$298Average Price per Sq Ft15Homes For Sale
Country club living for less than Carlsbad
Shadowridge refers to the area around Shadowridge Golf Club. This collection of communities is popular for its upscale suburban setting and proximity to country club amenities. Still, Realtor Sandi Chenoweth with Caldwell Banker, who has almost 40 years of experience selling in North County, says, “It’s relatively low priced for what you get, compared to Carlsbad.” Shadowridge isn’t low priced, but it’s relatively less expensive because it’s in Vista, Carlsbad’s neighbor to the east. “You’ll be paying over a million for a midsize single-family home, but it’ll be at least a couple hundred thousand less than it would be in Carlsbad,” says Chenoweth. Neighborhoods in Vista, like Shadowridge, are generally lower priced than Carlsbad because they’re farther from the activity on the coast. However, that’s why most residents move here. It offers a quiet, relaxed lifestyle in the hills with lots of outdoor activity. Plus, the ocean really isn’t that far. “It’s only 10 minutes from the beach," Chenoweth says, "so you still get that coastal feel and ocean breeze.”
Locals love walking their dog at Buena Vista Park in Shadowridge.
Shadowridge homes line the edges of the Shadowridge Golf Club.
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Spanish-style suburban homes
Even though the entire neighborhood is identified as Shadowridge, like one large development, it’s really a collection of different communities. “When Shadowridge was built in the 1990s, a variety of builders came in and did their own thing,” says Chenoweth. “Each community has its own HOA or community association.” Almost all the communities have a similar layout: winding rows and cul-de-sacs of midsize Spanish-style homes with red-tile roofs and a bit of grassy backyard space. Prices for these single-family homes are as consistent as their looks, with most ranging from $700,000 to $1 million, and some exceeding $1.5 million. The main choice buyers have to make is location. Communities on the east side, like Montecito, are closest to schools, while Casielos is nearest to employers on the neighborhood’s south end. Bella Vista and Shadowridge are the main communities surrounding Shadowridge Golf Club. The Shadowridge community, on the golf club’s north side, is particularly sought-after because it has community pools and more greenery. Condos around the course can cost $500,000 to $900,000. Prices are typically highest in Stonegate, a gated community on the neighborhood’s north end, where mansions on spacious lots can reach over $2 million.
Homes sit along the Shadowridge Golf Club in the upscale neighborhood of Shadowridge.
This Mediterranean stlye home in Shadowridge has a large king palm tree in the front.
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Vista Unified School District gets an A-minus rating
The neighborhood is part of the Vista Unified School District, which earns an overall A-minus rating from Niche. Kids begin at Lake Elementary, graded a B-plus, and continue at Madison Middle, given a B. Both are located a couple of miles northwest of most homes. Students finish at Rancho Buena Vista High on the neighborhood’s west side, which receives an A-minus. Rancho Buena Vista’s rigorous college preparatory curriculum includes an International Baccalaureate program in which participating students take advanced-level courses to earn college credits and skills for higher education. IB students who complete enough courses can attain an IB Diploma — the school’s highest academic honor.
Lake Elementary School in Vista is known for top notch education.
Madison Middle School in Ocean Hills has a competitve sports program.
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Shadowridge Golf Club and community pickleball courts
As the centerpiece of the neighborhood, Shadowridge Golf Club attracts many residents. The club is private, but it’s not exclusively for residents, so anyone can apply. Aside from the pristine 18-hole course, the club has fitness facilities, a formal dining room, a casual outdoor bar and event spaces. The neighborhood has plenty of other recreation that doesn’t require membership. Tennis and pickleball players meet at Thibodo Park — just north of Shadowridge Golf Club — for daily matches and weekend leagues. Buena Vista Park offers acres of open space on the neighborhood’s west side. Many know Buena Vista Park for the duck pond, sitting close to the entrance off Shadowridge Drive. Those not feeding the birds can follow the 2-mile dirt hiking loop across the brush-covered hills overlooking Dawson Los Monos Canyon. Surfers can drive about 10 miles west to Carlsbad State Beach and Tamarack Surf Beach.
The Shadowridge Golf Club has a wonderful 18 holes in Shadowridge.
This group of residents are playing pickleball at Thibodo Park in Shadowridge.
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Nearby necessities and a collection of craft brewers
Basic shopping can be found on either side of Shadowridge. On the neighborhood’s west side, Melrose Village Plaza has an Albertsons for groceries and casual eateries like Skybound Coffee and Dessert Lounge. East-side residents go to Shadowridge Plaza on Sycamore Avenue for necessities at Stater Bros. and authentic Vietnamese dishes at Pho Truc Xanh. On the east side of state Route 78, North County Square has recognizable retailers like Target, Walmart and Micheals. Carlsbad Business Park, on the south end of the neighborhood, is home to a plethora of craft breweries. Beer enthusiasts can sample small local brews at Belching Beaver and enjoy regional favorites at Pure Project. For special occasions or a night out, folks drive about 10 miles west to Carlsbad Village’s thriving dining scene.
Locals love shopping at this convenient mini shopping center in Shadowridge.
South O Brewing has craft beer for locals to enjoy near Shadowridge.
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Work in Carlsbad Business Park
Many residents don’t have to leave Shadowridge for work, as Carlsbad Business Park is located on the neighborhood’s south end. Most of the area’s industry is concentrated in the business park, keeping the surrounding Carlsbad-Vista-San Marcos area primarily residential. The section directly south of Shadowridge is home to biotech incubators, pharmaceutical companies, logistics facilities and corporate office spaces. All these employers are less than a mile down South Melrose Drive or Sycamore Avenue from many homes. Buses run along Melrose and Sycamore but don’t travel within residential developments. Healthcare workers can take State Highway 78 to Tri-City Medical Center, about 5 miles north in Oceanside. Commuters might also make the 40-mile trip to downtown San Diego or San Diego International Airport by driving east on the 78 and heading south on Interstate 15.
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Parks in this Area
Shadowridge Park
Lake Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Playground
Buena Vista Park
Buena Vista Ball Park
South Buena Vista Park
Thibodo Park
Transit
Airport
San Diego International
48 min drive
Bus
La Mirada Dr & Ash St
Bus
Park Center Dr & 1330
Bus
Thibodo Rd & Sycamore Av
Bus
Melrose Dr & Park Center Dr
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Melrose Dr & Live Oak Rd
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Sycamore Av & Grand Av
Bus
Poinsettia Av & Specialty Dr
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Shadowridge
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Shadowridge Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Shadowridge, Vista sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Shadowridge, Vista over the last 12 months is $408,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Sycamore Ridge is a beautifully landscaped apartment community. Centrally located in Vista, California in the Shadowridge area, you will find easy access to Highway 78, I 15 and the I-5. Sycamore Ridge is minutes from Tri-City Medical Center, the Plaza Camino Real Shopping Mall, Palomar Community College, National University and Camp Pendleton. Sandy beaches and major employment centers are
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
18,395
Median Age
41
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$108,393
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$130,230
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.3%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
40%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.4%
% Population in Labor Force
67.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
13''
Average Winter Low Temperature
30°F
Average Summer High Temperature
79°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
7/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
25/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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