1501 Harlan Dr, Danville – A Young Family’s Journey to the Perfect Single-Level Home in Greenbrook

That moment changed everything for Jenny and Alan. What started as a home search focused on one area turned into a story of discovering exactly what their young family needed—and finding it in Danville’s Greenbrook neighborhood.

When Lamorinda Didn’t Fit—Danville Did

Jenny and Alan initially focused their search on Lamorinda's excellent schools and beautiful neighborhoods. However, their kids had fallen in love with Osage Station Park in Danville, visiting almost every weekend for the train station playground and open spaces.

During their first weekend touring Lafayette properties, they brought their kids' pedal bikes to test the walkability they craved. The hilly terrain and steep streets made it clear that while Lamorinda offers many wonderful qualities, it wasn't delivering the specific lifestyle elements they prioritized: flat, safe streets for family bike rides and single-level living.

After several weekends exploring different Lamorinda communities, Jenny and Alan made the strategic decision to expand their search to Danville, particularly focusing on neighborhoods near their beloved Osage Station Park.

Discovering Greenbrook Community

Greenbrook emerged as the perfect fit for their lifestyle priorities. This established community, developed in the 1970s, offers the ideal blend of family-friendly living and premium amenities.

Community Features:

• Greenbrook Homes Association with clubhouse and pool

• Tennis courts and greenbelt areas throughout

• Wide, flat streets perfect for family activities

• Mature landscaping and well-maintained common areas

Prime Location Benefits:

• Walking distance to Osage Station Park (35 acres with train playground, memorial rose garden, and sports facilities)

• Access to top-rated schools (Greenbrook Elementary) with safe, easy routes

• Minutes from Downtown Danville shops and restaurants

• Convenient highway access for commuting

The flat geography throughout Greenbrook creates genuinely walkable neighborhoods where kids can safely bike to friends' houses and families can enjoy evening strolls—exactly the lifestyle Jenny and Alan envisioned.

1501 Harlan Dr - The Perfect Match

1501 Harlan Dr delivered on every requirement:

• 4-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom single-story home (2,440 sq ft)

• Corner lot (10,450 sq ft) directly across from scenic greenbelt

• Tastefully renovated with chef's kitchen featuring custom built-ins

• Private backyard oasis with pool, gazebos, and entertaining spaces

• Energy-efficient features including solar panels and EV charging port

• Prime school location: across from Greenbrook Elementary, a top-rated school

Securing the Rare Find in Danville

After viewing multiple properties in the area that required extensive renovation work, Jenny and Alan recognized 1501 Harlan Dr as a rare gem—completely move-in ready in a market where most alternatives needed significant repairs. Not wanting to lose this exceptional property, we offered the full asking price of $2,049,000.

During our investigation period, we submitted a Request for Repair requesting a $25,000 credit at close of escrow rather than specific repairs. This approach gave Jenny and Alan flexibility to handle any future improvements with their own chosen contractors. We also negotiated for the sellers to remove three unwanted items— the hot tub, trampoline, and garage refrigerator.

The sellers accepted our request, bringing the effective purchase price to $2,024,000 while providing funds for future personalization—a solid outcome for a move-in ready home in highly sought after Greenbrook neighborhood.

Why This Alternative Worked

For buyers with specific lifestyle priorities, Danville's established communities can offer advantages that complement Lamorinda's appeal. The flat terrain throughout neighborhoods like Greenbrook and Sycamore makes them genuinely walkable, while the abundance of single-level homes provides move-in ready options.

At the $2M price point, buyers often find larger lots, better-maintained properties, and established community amenities. The proximity to exceptional parks like Osage Station Park, combined with excellent schools and convenient access to both downtown areas and highways, creates a compelling lifestyle package.

The Perfect Match

Jenny and Alan's story demonstrates the value of working with an agent who understands multiple markets and can identify alternatives that better serve specific client needs. Today, they enjoy daily bike rides to Osage Station Park, safe neighborhood streets where their kids play safely, and the community connections that make a house feel like home.

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