The heart of a mid-sized city in the Antelope Valley, Central Lancaster’s appeal — first and foremost — is logistics. Those looking for quick commutes to companies like Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman are in luck. "We're a military aerospace community and the last city in LA County north of LA," says Realtor Leonard Egstrom, who works with eXp Realty of California, Inc. and has over a decade of experience in the area. Proximity to a wealth of career opportunities is the standout reason to choose Central Lancaster. "People are relocating here for the jobs, and they're also commuting to LA," Egstrom says.
Aerospace company Lockheed Martin has a big presence in the Lancaster neighborhood.
The Aerospace Walk features a fighter plane in Central Lancaster.
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Local workplaces and commuting to LA
Separated from LA by about 80 miles and the San Gabriel Mountains, Lancaster has easy access to travel north or south via State Route 14. "We're an hour away from everything — the mountains, the city, the ocean,” Egstrom says. “That's the beauty of this place." Amid the desert landscapes and aerospace advantages, a home in Central Lancaster is within reach of everything by car, although commuters can also access public transportation with Antelope Valley Transit Authority buses or hop on a train at Lancaster Metrolink Station. The closest hospital is Palmdale Regional Medical Center. For further travel, residents can take flights from Palmdale Regional Airport.
In many of the surrounding fields your fine Joshua Trees in Central Lancaster.
Residents in Central Lancaster can use the 14 to get to Mojave or Los Angeles.
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Main Street-style dining and shopping
Within Central Lancaster, residents can frequent a one-mile-square downtown area. Its streetscape was redesigned about a decade ago and the vibrant scene along the BLVD thrives — it's the area's premier site for shopping, dining and entertainment. La Papillion is known for fine dining, with French dinners such as filet mignon and coq au vin served in an elegant atmosphere. To step back in time, people can visit Katz N' Jammers Café, a '50s-style diner with classic car décor, oldies music and breakfast foods. Meanwhile, those wanting to cook at home can find groceries at On The Blvd Market.
Enjoy shopping at The BLVD in downtown Central Lancaster.
La Papillon offers a fine dining experience along Central Lancaster's The BLVD.
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Downtown and performing arts events
"Downtown Lancaster is really cute. They have live music, art galleries and different events like car shows, holiday celebrations and entertainment for families,” says Realtor Kimberly Keil, who works with Keller Williams Realty and has over 5 years of experience in the area. Events in downtown Lancaster include the BLVD farmers market on Thursdays, a summer concert series, BLVD Glo block party and a Magical BLVD Christmas. When residents are ready for showtime, they can check out the Lancaster Performing Arts Center, which has hosted performances including ballet, theatre and a hip-hop rendition of Grimm's fairy tales.
Families exploring The BLVD Market in Central Lancaster.
A person admires the yarn art at the Museum of Art and History in Central Lancaster.
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A state nature reserve and parks
Surrounded by mountain ranges, the area features scenic landscapes from deserts to poppy fields. At Antelope Valley California Poppy Reserve, a state nature reserve, residents can walk on trails through hills covered in yellow and orange blooms. Jane Reynolds Park features an outdoor pool and a skate park added in 2019. American Heroes Park, named in honor of those who gave their lives in battle, offers ballfields as well as gazebos by a fountain. Pet owners can bring their pups to frolic off-leash at the dog park, which is shaded by tress and nearly an acre in size.
American Heroes Park was named to honor those who sacrificed to protect America’s freedoms.
At Jane Reynolds Park the whole family can sign up for various activities.
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Midcentury and contemporary housing
Along Central Lancaster’s loose grid of residential streets, neighbors pass by small yards often landscaped with succulents, palms and birch trees that add greenery to a dry environment. Architecture includes midcentury ranch-style homes and newer homes that may show off Spanish Revival flair with tile roofing and stucco. There are some apartments and condos as well, allowing for maintenance-free living. Contemporary homes can range from $450,000 to $680,000, while ranch-style houses often start from $370,000 and go up to $550,000. Prospective buyers should prioritize getting a house with a garage, since the area’s CAP Index is a seven out of 10, higher than the national average of four. Motor Vehicle Theft is a particularly high-rate crime with an eight out of ten score.
You'll pass homes with beautifully landscaped yards in Central Lancaster.
This single-story contemporary home in Central Lancaster features drought-resistant landscaping.
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Lancaster public schools
Students in the area are served by the Lancaster Elementary School District, which has a C rating according to Niche. Schools include Linda Verde Elementary School, which has a C-minus grade, for kindergarten through eighth grade. Students can then transition to Antelope Valley High School, which has a B-minus rating on Niche. The school also offers a district-wide dental assisting program. It also has over 25 clubs, including Future Farmers of America and Robotics.
Linda Verde Elementary School is located at 44924 N. Fifth St. E., Lancaster, CA 93535.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Central Lancaster
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Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
6
4
Larceny
7
4
Crime Score
6
4
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Central Lancaster Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Central Lancaster, Lancaster sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Central Lancaster, Lancaster over the last 12 months is $410,000, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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