Redwood Shores is a desirable neighborhood in Redwood City featuring waterfront homes, lagoons, and scenic walking trails. With top schools, family-friendly parks, and easy access to Highway 101, it’s a perfect balance of nature and Silicon Valley living.
Redwood Shores is Redwood City’s signature waterfront community, famous for its lagoon system, scenic trails, and modern housing. It offers a rare coastal lifestyle in the heart of Silicon Valley.
Built beginning in the 1960s on reclaimed marshland, Redwood Shores has grown into a master-planned neighborhood known for its lagoonfront living. In the 1980s and 1990s, additional tracts of condos, townhomes, and luxury single-family residences were built, creating today’s mix of housing options. Once home to Oracle’s global headquarters, the area has become a hub for tech professionals who want the convenience of Silicon Valley paired with a resort-style environment.
Redwood Shores isn’t just one neighborhood — it’s made up of a variety of planned communities and enclaves, each with its own character, amenities, and housing styles.
1960s–1970s waterfront homes: many with private docks
1980s–1990s townhomes and condos: planned communities with HOA amenities
2000s+ luxury homes: gated enclaves and new construction
Lot sizes: mostly modest (3,500–6,500 sq. ft.), but waterfront lots feel larger due to lagoon access
Water activities: boating, kayaking, paddleboarding right from your backyard
Trails: extensive walking, running, and biking paths with bayfront views
Shopping & dining: Redwood Shores Marketplace, Nob Hill Foods, cafes, and fitness centers
Commuting: easy access to Highway 101, San Mateo Bridge, and Caltrain in Belmont/San Carlos
Is Redwood Shores family-friendly?
Yes — safe streets, strong schools, and plenty of outdoor recreation make it a top choice for families.
What makes Redwood Shores unique?
Its lagoonfront lifestyle, HOA communities, and outdoor amenities are unlike any other Peninsula neighborhood.
What types of homes are in Redwood Shores?
Mostly townhomes, condos, and waterfront single-family homes.
How much do homes cost here?
Homes typically range from $1.2M to $3.5M+, with waterfront properties at the higher end.
Which schools serve Redwood Shores?
A: Redwood Shores is served by the Belmont-Redwood Shores School District, including Sandpiper and Redwood Shores Elementary, with high school students attending Carlmont High School in Belmont.
Why are Redwood Shores schools popular?
A: Families like the modern facilities, strong test scores, and tight-knit community feel in Redwood Shores’ schools.
11,630 people live in Redwood Shores - Redwood City, where the median age is 43 and the average individual income is $109,996. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Redwood Shores - Redwood City, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
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| Dining | 3.13 miles | 16 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.34 miles | 7 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 3.99 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 4.96 miles | 5 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.5 miles | 9 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.22 miles | 10 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.36 miles | 6 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.35 miles | 36 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 2.25 miles | 13 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.5 miles | 19 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 3.31 miles | 12 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
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Redwood Shores - Redwood City has 4,625 households, with an average household size of 3. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Redwood Shores - Redwood City do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 11,630 people call Redwood Shores - Redwood City home. The population density is 7,884.066 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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