Rancho San Rafael
Spanish-style single-family homes and duplexes
Housing in Rancho San Rafael consists mainly of contemporary two-story properties, both single-family homes and large duplexes. Most houses feature Spanish-style architecture, including stucco exteriors and clay tile roofs. The homes are generally a bit larger than those found in older parts of Glendale, and views of the surrounding hills are common. Yards in the area are artfully landscaped and carefully maintained. Both single-family homes and townhouses typically sell for between $1.2 and $1.5 million. The open spaces surrounding the neighborhood create some fire risk, which can affect insurance prices.Lots of mixed-use trails around the area
Outdoor recreation is a defining feature of life in Rancho San Rafael. While there aren’t any well-defined parks here, the surrounding foothills are laced with mixed-use trails, including the Ridge Motorway Trail, a 4-mile track popular with hikers and bikers that offers great views. The Ridge Motorway runs north of the neighborhood to San Rafael Hill, which overlooks both the Glendale Sports Complex and Cherry Canyon Park. The sports complex hosts local youth soccer and baseball leagues, while the park offers winding dirt trails used by hikers, bikers and horseback riders. It’s also less than 10 miles by car from Rancho San Rafael to the San Gabriel Mountains and Angeles National Forest.Glendale's highly-rated public schools
Most Rancho San Rafael students attend local public schools overseen by Glendale Unified School District, which has an impressive A rating on Niche. Verdugo Woodlands Elementary has an A-minus rating, Woodrow Wilson Middle has a B, and Glendale High School has a B-plus. Glendale High is known for its successful dance/drill team, which has won over 50 national titles in various dance categories since 1999. The neighborhood is also just across the highway from Glendale Community College, which puts on a number of sporting events and live performances throughout the year.A short drive to shopping in Montrose and Glendale
There isn’t any shopping or dining within San Rafael, as the neighborhood is entirely residential. However, major commercial areas are easily accessible by car. “It’s pretty easy to get to Montrose, which is where most people in the area do their shopping,” says Weaver. “You’re also not too far from downtown Glendale and the Galeria, so there are lots of options. But you definitely need a car.” Both downtown Glendale and Montrose’s retail area are about 4 miles away from Rancho San Rafael by car, and both areas offer extensive shopping and dining opportunities. And it’s less than 2 miles from the neighborhood to the nearest grocery store, Golden Farms Market.Easy to get around by car
Transportation in Rancho San Rafael is largely car-dependent, as there are no public transit options in or near the neighborhood. State Route 2 passes just west of the neighborhood, connecting to both Interstate 210 to the north and state Route 134 to the south. It’s about 7 miles by car to both Pasadena and Burbank, while downtown LA is about 10 miles away. Hollywood Burbank Airport is just over 11 miles away and offers flights to over 30 destinations in the U.S.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Mike Chou
Mike Chou
K.W. EXECUTIVE
(626) 653-4295
196 Total Sales
1 in Rancho San Rafael
$1,110,000 Price
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Tom Barseghian
Tom Barseghian
Real Brokerage Technologies, Inc
(747) 307-7072
115 Total Sales
1 in Rancho San Rafael
$1,070,000 Price
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Albert Babayan
Albert Babayan
JohnHart Real Estate
(323) 870-1032
148 Total Sales
1 in Rancho San Rafael
$1,458,000 Price
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Linda Ojeda
Linda Ojeda
Luxury Collective
(424) 372-0165
155 Total Sales
1 in Rancho San Rafael
$1,050,000 Price
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Taline Soualian
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Taline Soualian
Responds QuicklyJohnHart Real Estate
(747) 271-4540
75 Total Sales
1 in Rancho San Rafael
$1,060,000 Price
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Michael Maloney
Michael Maloney
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty
(626) 693-3785
52 Total Sales
1 in Rancho San Rafael
$1,160,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
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- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 6th
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Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Rancho San Rafael | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Rancho San Rafael Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Rancho San Rafael, Glendale sell after 107 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Rancho San Rafael, Glendale over the last 12 months is $312,000, down 36% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$349,900
Median Sale Price
$312,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$395,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$275,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$670,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
7%
Last 12 months Home Sales
90
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-36%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$250
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
531
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1990
Months of Supply
0.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,370
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,093
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,411
Median Age
50
Population under 18
18.1%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.5%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$150,347
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$178,945
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.6%
College Graduates
64.2%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
37.2%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
61%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
20''
Average Winter Low Temperature
45°F
Average Summer High Temperature
90°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
27
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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