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Elizabeth Lake offers seclusion in the Antelope Valley
Elizabeth Lake is a sparsely populated residential area in the foothills of the Sierra Pelona Mountains on the outskirts of Los Angeles County. This neighborhood is surrounded by the 650,000-acre Angeles National Forest and rests at 3,000 feet of elevation in the geographical area known as the Antelope Valley. Though dry and arid and filled with the chaparral and pine trees characteristic of canyon country the neighborhood’s namesake has historically provided a consistent source of water for recreational use though it has been dry for the last few years due to drought conditions. “It’s typically very lush,” says Michelle Pendergrast, a licensed broker associate with Keller Williams Antelope Valley. “It feels very separate from the more urban areas around Lancaster and Palmdale. It’s more rural.”
Elizabeth Lake is a secluded community in the Antelope Valley.
A beautiful view of Lake Elizabeth and the homes that line the shore.
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Bohemian and ranch-style houses with Mojave Desert backdrops
Ramblers made of dark wood siding with two bedrooms and old stone retaining walls built into pine groves on hillsides can be found for under $350,000 in this area. Charmingly bohemian homes like this remind one why people for the last century have decamped from Los Angeles City to create in the wide open air of this gateway to the Mojave Desert. In other parts of the neighborhood, capacious three-bedroom ranch-style homes rest on half-acre lots at the tops of hilly cul-de-sacs where California poppies bloom and Joshua trees stand. At the top of this buyer’s market 2,000 square-foot homes on 5-acre plots atop small mountains survey the scene like headquarters of the ranch dynasties of old that were prevalent in this area at the turn of the 20th century.
You can find plenty of ranch-style homes in Elizabeth Lake.
This home sits on a large property on top of a hill in Elizabeth Lake.
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The poppy reserve and Pacific Crest Trail draw nature lovers
Outdoor recreation is popular with residents far and near. When it’s full, the lake draws a steady influx of boaters and family picknickers year-round. The Pacific Crest Trail runs right through neighboring Lake Hughes. For outdoor lovers with less time on their hands, the Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve might be more convenient. Just over 8 miles north of Elizabeth Lake, this vast state preserve ramps up in spring when a vibrant array of poppies blanket the land, but it’s open all year and offers over 8 miles of hiking trails to visitors.
In spring, the fields are covered in golden poppies just a short drive from Elizabeth Lake.
A motorcyclist stops to enjoy the lake view at the Lake Elizabeth picnic area.
Golfers practice their putting at Rancho Vista Golf Club in nearby Quartz Hill.
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Salt Lick Tavern and The Rock Inn are popular local hangouts
The nearby city of Lancaster has a slew of amenities for residents of Elizabeth Lake, but close by there are a couple of quirky western spots to take note of. The Salt Lick Tavern is new to the area, but it’s upscale dinner offerings, craft beers on tap and classic western décor with a touch of hipster have made a fast favorite among locals. The Rock Inn has been serving locals next to Lake Hughes since 1929 and has live music every weekend. New residents can connect with the Lakes Community Center Association to meet neighbors and get settled. “It’s a community of people who really rely on each other,” says Pendergrast.
Families come out for a hearty meal on Friday night at Salt Lick Tavern in Elizabeth Lake.
A man enjoys his sandwich and fries at The Rock Inn in nearby Lake Hughes.
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Elizabeth Lake's schools score B ratings
Hughes-Elizabeth Lakes Elementary School has a B grade for its overall performance and an A for its teachers on school rankings website Niche. The Gregg Anderson Academy in next-door Palmdale has an overall grade of B plus despite an average class size of 25. The hardworking teachers in this school received an A minus on the site. Highland High School scored a B plus for its college preparatory curriculum.
Hughes-Elizabeth Lakes Elementary School serves the local children in Elizabeth Lake.
High school students in Elizabeth Lake can attend Highland High School in nearby Highlands.
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Rural lifestyle with ties to NASA and Lockheed Martin nearby
Many of the locals work at the nearby Edwards Air Force Base, which has an outpost of NASA. There is also a classified Air Force manufacturing facility in Palmdale where aircraft makers such as Lockheed Martin and Boeing operate. Agriculture has historically been the local industry, but the area has recently been chosen as the site of the largest windfarm in the state, the Tehachapi Wind Resource Area. State roads will take you to the 5 freeway in Santa Clarita or the 15 in San Bernadino. As people move further out from the city centers in Southern California, places like Elizabeth Lake attract the kind of rugged and solitary lovers of the land that have made these mountain ranges iconic in California culture.
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On average, homes in Elizabeth Lake, CA sell after 9 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Elizabeth Lake, CA over the last 12 months is $395,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Two adjacent lots (003 & 004). Build your dream home with spectacular Lake Elizabeth and valley views. Electrical and Water are at the street. Google Maps Geo-Coordinates are (34.65896727, -118.38918347)
Situated in a residential neighborhood minutes from Elizabeth Lake, this land is full of potential! Direct street access, it is a great opportunity for anyone wanting to invest in a piece of land or build your dream home.
This custom, charming, and cozy lake-view home offers 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, highlighted by two inviting wood-burning stoves, one in the family room and one in the primary suite, that create a warm and welcoming atmosphere throughout. Revel in the absolutely beautiful vaulted beam ceilings in multiple areas of the home. Enjoy peaceful lake scenery from the large front entertainer's deck or
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