Rancho Park
Neighborhood Reviews
Follow the Sweetwater River Trail
Outdoor adventurers can hike and bike their way down Sweetwater River Trail into the San Diego National Wildlife Refuge. This moderately challenging loop trail is about 8 miles long, open year-round and also welcomes horses. At the heart of Rancho Park, the 29-acre Damon Lane County Park allows visitors to take tree-shaded strolls along a small creek. For a more relaxed outdoor experience, Hilton Head County Park has a playground and a pirate-themed splash pad for kids, while its baseball field, basketball courts and exercise stations beckon athletic visitors. The McGrath Family YMCA has youth programs, swim programs, gymnastics and 55+ activities to keep the community engaged and active. Golfers looking to follow in the footsteps of Masters Champion Byron Nelson can visit the Cottonwood Golf Club, an 18-hole course cofounded by Nelson in 1977. This club was previously used by the PGA and welcomes players of all skill levels, while also inviting guests to have a cocktail and dine at its bar and grill.
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From Mediterranean dishes to shopping malls
Campo Road not only serves as Rancho San Diego’s main thoroughfare, but also as its retail corridor. Local Realtor Adrian Quijano with eXp Realty says, “One thing that I really like about Rancho San Diego is that you don’t have to leave the place to go somewhere, as there are plenty of plazas, shopping malls, restaurants and even plenty of camping sports in the area.” Sahara Taste of the Middle East features Mediterranean staples like kebabs and gyros, while the Broken Yolk Café is a popular brunchtime venue due to its all-day breakfast. Vanitea Café is locally famous for its crystal boba and macarons. After a dinner out, Regal Edwards Rancho San Diego is a fine setting for a soiree film. Residents can stock their shelves at the Ralphs or Albertsons supermarket or refresh their wardrobes at department stores like Ross and Kohl’s; Target meets all these needs.
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Spanish Revival homes on winding streets
As Rancho Park’s name might suggest, Spanish and Mexican cultural influences are strongly represented in the community’s aesthetics. Barrel roof tiles predominate among houses here, many of which were built in the Spanish Revival style, while others combine these Iberian design features with other New Traditional styles. Everything from ranch-style to modern two-story architecture has large windows to let in the mountain views, while two-car garages sit before spacious driveways and extensive networks of sidewalks. Rancho Park’s palm tree-shaded homes may date as far back as the 1960s and as recently as 2023. “We have all kinds of houses here,” Gearhart says. “There are mansions up on the hills and townhouses closer to the community college.” Townhouses and condos tend to sell for between $400,000 and $750,000, while single-family homes can be anywhere from $700,000 to $1.5 million. Some palatial ranch-style homes and hilltop custom builds can fetch prices as high as $3.1 million.
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B rated schools
Students in Rancho Park can attend schools in the Cajon Valley Union School District. “The schools are really great out here,” Gearhart says. “I hear good reviews about our elementary and junior high school. We work with them a lot since a lot of students transfer here to the community college.” The youngest students can begin at Vista Grande Elementary School, with a B-plus rating from Niche, and go on to attend the B-plus-rated Hillsdale Middle School and the A-rated Valhalla High School. Valhalla High offers advanced placement courses and career and technical education programs, each of which earn high marks from Niche. Cuyamaca College, the local community college, offers 89 certificates and 106 degrees and has the highest percentage of students accepted into San Diego State University in the San Diego region.
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Easy access to Route 54
Rancho Park sits near several state routes, providing access to downtown San Diego within an approximately 15-mile and 30-minute journey or the Mexican city of Tijuana within a 24-mile and 40-minute trip. Alternately, commuters can use local buses like the 894 to access San Diego Trolley stations in the city’s suburbs; a trolley ride from nearby El Cajon to downtown San Diego takes 40 minutes.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jonathan Mann
Jonathan Mann
Jonathan P. Mann, Broker
(949) 373-4178
161 Total Sales
1 in Rancho Park
$550,000 Price
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Dushaun Fairley
Dushaun Fairley
Coldwell Banker West
(619) 639-4296
20 Total Sales
1 in Rancho Park
$485,000 Price
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Jeannine Savory
Jeannine Savory
Responds QuicklyThe Agency
(619) 329-9399
115 Total Sales
1 in Rancho Park
$735,000 Price
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Eric Hays
Eric Hays
Compass
(858) 757-8603
47 Total Sales
1 in Rancho Park
$1,340,000 Price
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Astryd Gonzalez
Astryd Gonzalez
Century 21 Affiliated
(858) 239-2560
62 Total Sales
2 in Rancho Park
$820K - $1.1M Price Range
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Tim Diamond
Tim Diamond
Compass
(858) 201-5223
116 Total Sales
1 in Rancho Park
$1,180,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Cottonwood Two County Park
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Woodhaven County Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Multi-Purpose Field
Damon Lane County Park
- Bike Trails
- Trails
Lonny Brewer County Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Multi-Purpose Field
Fury Park
- Playground
Hilton Head County Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
1/3/2018
Niche Review
Great people great stores and a friendly town spirit, While attending college near by I shopped for school supplies and dress wear The town bus system is great and the shopping is easy to do.
7/20/2015
Niche Review
Most people tend to drive to La Mesa for dinner or go downtown for clubbing or the nightlife scene
7/9/2020
Niche Review
Rancho San Diego is a family friendly neighbor. I currently live here and absolutely love it. They have a quiet living environment and is great for all sorts of families. There are various park for the entire family to enjoy.
10/9/2016
Niche Review
Lived in Rancho San Diego, moved away and now back on the border of Rancho San Diego and La Mesa. Has everything that you need and the schools and children's sports are great.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Rancho Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Rancho Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Rancho Park, Jamul sell after 63 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Rancho Park, Jamul over the last 12 months is $469,000, up 44% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$500,000
Median Sale Price
$469,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$469,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$520,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$725,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Last 12 months Home Sales
165
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
44%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$267
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
6,232
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1987
Months of Supply
0.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,330
Above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,908
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,033
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
711
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
23,086
Open Houses
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Saturday, Aug 210am - 1pm
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Wednesday, Jul 304 - 6:30pm
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Saturday, Aug 21 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,298 - $2,978 per month
- Rancho Hillside Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 710+ Sq Ft
- 12367 Calle Albara
- El Cajon, CA
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$2,406 - $3,696 per month
- Park Pointe
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 670+ Sq Ft
- 2450 Hilton Head Place
- El Cajon, CA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
20,506
Median Age
43
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.2%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$115,611
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$148,959
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.6%
College Graduates
43.3%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.6%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
11''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
87°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
31
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
24
/ 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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