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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Sunset Heights a good place to live?
Sunset Heights is a good place to live. Sunset Heights is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable with minimal transit options. Sunset Heights has 3 parks for recreational activities.It is fairly sparse in population with 4.0 people per acre and a median age of 41. The average household income is $95,590 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 53.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Sunset Heights are home owners, with 32% of residents renting and 68% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Sunset Heights can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Sunset Heights neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Sunset Heights?
The median home price in Sunset Heights is $386,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $77,200 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.76%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,000 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $86K a year to afford the median home price in Sunset Heights. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Sunset Heights is $96K.
What are the best public schools in Sunset Heights?
The best public schools that serve Sunset Heights are:
- Harrisonburg High School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- Thomas Harrison Middle School has a B- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
- Keister Elementary School has a C+ Niche grade and a student teacher ratio of 15:1.
What are the best private schools in Sunset Heights?
The best private schools that serve Sunset Heights are:
- Eastern Mennonite School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 10:1 and an average review score of 4.2.
- Berea Christian School has a student teacher ratio of 12:1.
- Good Shepherd School & Daycare has a student teacher ratio of 6:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Sunset Heights, Harrisonburg, VA?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Sunset Heights, Harrisonburg, VA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Sunset Heights, Harrisonburg, VA are Pleasant Acres, Old Town, Collicello Corridor, Belmont and Northeast Harrisonburg.
