China Lake Acres
Dirt roads and freedom of ownership in China Lake Acres
The residential streets closest to California state Route 178 are paved, while the majority of the neighborhood sits along dirt roads. Ranch-style houses and manufactured homes make up the housing scene of China Lake Acres, and most sit on lots of a half-acre or more, with some reaching beyond 3 acres. Most properties have fenced-in yards, with palms, mesquite trees and shrubbery throughout. “One of the big draws to the area is affordability,” says Freeman. “The Ridgecrest area has some of the lowest home prices in California.” Single-family homes range from $80,000 to around $265,000, while empty lots with 1 to 2 acres go for $12,000 to $35,000. “It’s quite hot and dry here, especially in the summer,” Freeman says. “But it’s like that all across the valley, and it’s something you get used to when you live here.” Additionally, the neighborhood has a CAP Index Crime Score of 2 out of 10, which is lower than the national average of 4.
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Nearby hiking trails and a short drive to Death Valley National Park
Ridgecrest is a short drive east and has a handful of community parks with sports facilities, off-leash dog areas and playgrounds. Leroy Jackson Park has baseball diamonds, a skate park and shaded picnic tables. The neighborhood is within 100 miles of some of the most popular recreation areas and parks in California. Around 30 miles south, Red Rock Canyon State Park spans across 27,000 acres and is a popular spot for camping, hiking and horseback riding. “A lot of people will stop in Ridgecrest on their way to Death Valley National Park,” says Freeman. China Lake Acres is also within a short drive of the hundreds of miles of mountainous trails in the Sierra Nevada Mountains.
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Dual Enrollment with Cerro Coso Community College
Young students of China Lake Acres may attend Inyokern Elementary School, which earns a B-minus overall grade from Niche. Murray Middle School receives a B. The A-minus-rated Burroughs High School has over 20 clubs and extracurricular offerings, with topics ranging from writing and archery to art and theater. The high school partners with Cerro Coso Community College on the southern outskirts of Ridgecrest for its dual enrollment and concurrent enrollment courses.
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Ridgecrest local businesses and an active arts scene
Buttermilk Acres Gas and Food Mart sits at the corner of Inyokern Road and Pinto Street. Locals can take the 7-mile drive into Ridgecrest for its restaurants and shops. Walmart and Albertsons are nearby options for groceries. Bernardino’s is a local favorite for authentic Mexican cuisine, while Classic Burgers offers quick-service handhelds and chicken. “For a small community, Ridgecrest has a lot to offer,” Freeman says. “We have chain restaurants and supermarkets throughout town and an active art scene.” The city has a handful of active artists guilds and performance groups, including the Desert Community Orchestra.
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Routes to Bakersfield and Los Angeles
Drivers can take state Route 178 around 100 miles west to Bakersfield while Downtown Los Angeles is roughly 150 miles southwest via Highway 14. Kern Transit operates a bus route from Ridgecrest to Mojave, with a stop on Inyokern Road in China Lake Acres. Meadows Field Airport is the nearest airport, located around 100 miles away in Bakersfield.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kathy Blurton
Kathy Blurton
Responds QuicklyVaughn Realty
(760) 428-1526
47 Total Sales
6 in China Lake Acres
$75K - $146K Price Range
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Debra Dibble
Debra Dibble
Realty 178
(760) 301-5658
88 Total Sales
6 in China Lake Acres
$75K - $238K Price Range
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Clint Freeman
Clint Freeman
Responds QuicklyRidgecrestCaHomes
(760) 463-0664
157 Total Sales
8 in China Lake Acres
$10K - $565K Price Range
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Christine Lyster
Christine Lyster
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty
(760) 463-0680
160 Total Sales
7 in China Lake Acres
$87K - $275K Price Range
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Sonney Berri
Sonney Berri
Responds QuicklySonney Berri VIP Realty
(805) 467-6877
111 Total Sales
9 in China Lake Acres
$100K - $350K Price Range
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Hank Eberhart
Hank Eberhart
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Frontier
(760) 428-1942
32 Total Sales
2 in China Lake Acres
$95K - $160K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Upjohn Park
Petroglyph Park
Pearson Park
Red Rock Canyon State Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | China Lake Acres | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
China Lake Acres Demographics and Home Trends
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$381,690
Median Single Family Sale Price
$381,690
Last 12 months Home Sales
0
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$212
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
141
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1980
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,560
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,656
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
46,609
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
2,081
Median Age
43
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
23%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$60,932
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$94,812
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
75.5%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
14.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7.3%
% Population in Labor Force
55.6%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
3''
Average Winter Low Temperature
32°F
Average Summer High Temperature
102°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
29
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
/ 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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