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Anderson City Center

Anderson City Center

$304,119 Average Value
$673 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Small town living with a short commute to Redding

As the name suggests, Anderson City Center is in the heart of Anderson. “Anderson is just a small town,” says Realtor Hans Manvik with Re/Max of Redding, who’s been selling in the area since the 1990s. “Over the years, different commercial developments have come and gone, but it’s always been a bedroom community for people who work in Redding.” As Monvik says, this neighborhood in the city center is mostly residential, and there’s not much industry. Most residents hop on Interstate 5 or Highway 273 for a direct commute to employers around downtown Redding, just over 10 miles north. Living in the center of a city with such a small footprint means that most day-to-day necessities, like schools, community parks and neighborhood restaurants, are within a short walk of home.
Highway 273 takes commuters from Anderson City Center to Redding everyday.
Highway 273 takes commuters from Anderson City Center to Redding everyday.
Just 2 miles from Anderson City Center is a great fishing access on the Sacramento River.
Just 2 miles from Anderson City Center is a great fishing access on the Sacramento River.
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Old city streets and newer suburbs

The bulk of the neighborhood is in the true city center. These streets were mainly developed between the 1940s and 1960s. The grid layout gives an easy walk to Anderson Middle and Anderson Union High School. Small cottages and ranch-style homes sit on narrow lots with mature trees grown in between them, ranging from $150,000 to $350,000. Just west of the city streets, the setting appears more rural. Prairie-style homes of the same period are tucked away in the woods or rest on spacious grassy lots, typically costing $350,000 to $600,000. Anderson Heights offers a suburban environment on the neighborhood’s south side. Its 1970s ranch-style homes sit on winding streets, ranging from $200,000 to $550,000. Anderson hasn’t seen much new development, but Monvik says, “There are new developments behind the Walmart complex that finally came together a few years ago. It just took a while because everything happens slowly out here.” Monvik is referring to Pleasant Hills and Skyview Estates, newer subdivisions on the neighborhood’s south side. These communities mostly came to fruition in the late 2010s, but open lots are still available. Both only have one main row of homes with a few extending cul-de-sacs. Their New Traditional and Mediterranean-inspired homes can cost $400,000 to $650,000.
The Small cottages in the Anderson City Center area were build in the 1940's.
The Small cottages in the Anderson City Center area were build in the 1940's.
The streets in Pleasant Hills are wide and clean.
The streets in Pleasant Hills are wide and clean.
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Anderson Union High earns a B

The neighborhood is part of the Cascade Union Elementary School District. Kids start at Anderson Heights Elementary, earning a C-minus. They continue at Anderson Middle, graded a C. Students finish at Anderson Union High, which gets a B for its dual enrollment program with Shasta College, allowing students to earn college credit in courses like agricultural mechanics and animal sciences. Anderson is part of the Anderson Union High School District.
Anderson High School is a highly rated school in the area.
Anderson High School is a highly rated school in the area.
Anderson Middle School is a highly rated school in the area.
Anderson Middle School is a highly rated school in the area.
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Athletic fields and community parks

Griffith Park is next to Anderson Middle School, a short walk from homes on the city streets. It has diamonds for baseball and softball and a track for running and walking. Volonte Park is closer to the neighborhood suburbs. It also has baseball and softball fields, as well as a playground and skatepark. Anderson River Park is a larger city park about 2 miles northeast. Along with athletic fields, parkgoers can use the pickleball, tennis and basketball courts. The park sits on the banks of the Sacramento River, and folks can explore the scenery on short nature trails.
The skate park at South Volonte Wetland Trail is ready to be shredded on.
The skate park at South Volonte Wetland Trail is ready to be shredded on.
Anderson City Center is near the Sacramento River.
Anderson City Center is near the Sacramento River.
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Walk to neighborhood eateries and ethnic grocers

There are a few casual restaurants on West Center Street, a short walk from homes on the city blocks. Cafeteria La Veracruzana is easily spotted thanks to its bright yellow exterior; they serve a variety of Mexican fare from their walk-up window. Taco Loco Taqueria, with a bright orange paint job, specializes in tacos and burritos. Just across Highway 273, Basra Indian Grocery has shelves stocked with Indian spices, treats and frozen foods that aren’t available in the average store. Safeway is about a mile away on Balls Ferry Road for general groceries. At Anderson Marketplace and Shasta Gateway, on the neighborhood’s south side, there’s a Walmart, Grocery Outlet, outlets like Eddie Bauer and multiple chain restaurants.
You can't miss Taco Loco Taqueia in Anderson City Center.
You can't miss Taco Loco Taqueia in Anderson City Center.
Cafeteria La Veracruza serves Mexican food in Anderson City Center.
Cafeteria La Veracruza serves Mexican food in Anderson City Center.
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The Shasta District Fair

The Shasta District Fair is held every June, right in the neighborhood at the Shasta District Fair and Event Center. This weekend-long event has been held every year since 1946. While it might be a little noisy, residents are a short walk from all the attractions, like carnival games, rides, livestock shows, tons of local vendors and live music performances. There’s also an auto race at the racetrack next to the fairgrounds.

Just over 10 miles from downtown Redding

Many locals commute to downtown Redding for work, just over 10 miles north on Highway 273. Downtown Redding has large regional employers, including healthcare facilities like Mercy Medical Center and Shasta Regional Medical Center. They can also take Interstate 5 to Hilltop, Redding’s industrial hub. Sacramento, the closest major city, is 150 miles south on I-5. There are bus stops on Silver Street for getting around town. Redding Regional Airport is 5 miles north, and it offers flights to West Coast cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco and Seattle.
The Redding Regional Airport is about 5 miles from Anderson.
The Redding Regional Airport is about 5 miles from Anderson.
Mercy Medical Center is on of the area's largest employers.
Mercy Medical Center is on of the area's largest employers.
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Wildfires close to the city

The city of Anderson is in Shasta County, which has an ongoing struggle with wildfires. The 2018 Carr Fire burned hundreds of homes in west Redding, just over 10 miles north of the neighborhood. The Olinda Fire wasn’t nearly as large, but it still burned almost 100 acres of Olinda, a few miles west. While these fires didn’t burn neighborhood homes, they were close enough to fill the air with smoke. Residents should have a prepared evacuation plan with this present threat in the region. Homeowners are also encouraged to remove dry, flammable brush and materials from the perimeter of their homes to prevent fires from spreading into residential areas.
There's always a looming threat of wildfire in Northern California.
There's always a looming threat of wildfire in Northern California.
Homes in Anderson City Center line curvy streets.
Homes in Anderson City Center line curvy streets.
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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Redding Regional

12 min drive

Bus

5000 Rhonda Rd

Bus

Sr 273 & 3rd St

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Silver St & Howard St

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Silver St & North St

Bus

Silver St & School St

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Sr 273 & Pinion Ave

Bus

W. Center St & Way St

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Anderson City Center US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 4 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 5 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Anderson City Center Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$430,000
Median Sale Price
$367,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$644,050
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$175,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Last 12 months Home Sales
47
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-19%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$673

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,210
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1972
Months of Supply
1.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,282
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,132
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,147

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
5,741
Median Age
37
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$36,870
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$57,360

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
88.9%
College Graduates
11.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.1%
% Population in Labor Force
51.3%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
38°F
Average Summer High Temperature
99°F
Annual Snowfall
1''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

14 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

11 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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