Angel Hernandez
JohnHart Real Estate
(818) 464-4876
22 Total Sales
2 in West Lancaster
$415K - $550K Price Range
West Lancaster
Suburban Neighborhood in Lancaster, California
Los Angeles County 93536
West Lancaster is a side of this Antelope Valley city you won't want to miss. "The west side of Lancaster is more popular for real estate," Kimberly Keil, a Realtor with Keller Williams Realty, says. "There are good schools and more opportunities for shopping; it's a much busier area than the east side."
Though the area is called high desert, as you walk along the residential sidewalks, you'll notice plenty of green foliage, flowering plants and nicely landscaped yards. The single-family homes here start at around $300,000 for modestly sized models and range from $900,000 to $1.6 million for large homes of 3,000 to 5,000 square feet.
As space filled up in the east side of Lancaster, residential construction shifted to the west. So, you will see some midcentury homes with custom wood or stone detailing, but much of the development here is newer. More space means there also are larger lots, many with a quarter acre of land and some with more than half an acre, a draw for horse owners. Homes built in recent decades may show off Spanish Revival elements like clay tile roofing or feature single-level living with lots of room in a wide layout. Most homes have multicar garages and driveways.
Children in West Lancaster have many options, with private, faith-based and public schools, like Nancy Cory Elementary School, a Visual and Performing Arts Academy. Endeavor Middle School's enrichment opportunities include "Boosts," after-school activities focused on academic topics, as well as sports such as soccer, volleyball and track and field.
Older students may attend National Blue Ribbon School SOAR High, which partners with Antelope Valley College, a public community college. The college's Performing Arts Theater hosts musical and theatrical performances and showcases local events like Lancaster Pageants, naming Miss Lancaster and her court to benefit community scholarships and service work. Other secondary schools include Lancaster High, which features groups such as the Robotics Club, Mathletes and Women of Character and sports like volleyball, soccer and tennis. A highly ranked private Catholic school, Paraclete High, offers a STEAM focus and boasts NCAA-qualified athletics.
If you enjoy the outdoors, check out the Prime Desert Woodland Preserve and learn about the wildlife and habitats of the region at the 120-acre site. There's an interpretive center, an excavation station and over 3 miles of trails to explore. Twenty-acre Rawley Duntley Park has been important to the community for nearly 40 years — you can shoot some hoops with friends or rent a picnic shelter for your next family gathering.
When it's time to get groceries or dinner out, head toward State Route 14, where much of the retail is found. Valley Central is a shopping center with over 50 stores for whatever is on your list. And on a free afternoon, your destination is Antelope Valley Winery for indoor and outdoor tastings or a vineyard picnic. The venue hosts wine and cheese pairings, Wine Club parties, and a certified farmer's market on Saturdays from May to November.
Some move to the city because it's an aerospace hub, perfect for commuting to companies like Lockheed Martin and Northrop Grumman. Keil says residents also work at the new Amazon facility in West Palmdale or drive to LA, about 80 miles south. Wherever you work, once you make your home in West Lancaster, you'll realize you chose a great side of the city.
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Robin Silberman
Photography Contributed By
Joseph Choo
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Angel Hernandez
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Clemente De La Torre
Clemente De La Torre
JohnHart Real Estate
(661) 367-8479
99 Total Sales
1 in West Lancaster
$510,000 Price
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Sharlene Duzick
Sharlene Duzick
NextHome Real Estate Rockstars
(661) 593-4026
55 Total Sales
2 in West Lancaster
$495K - $530K Price Range
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Haik Bokhchalian
Haik Bokhchalian
JohnHart Real Estate
(747) 279-4606
319 Total Sales
3 in West Lancaster
$355K - $750K Price Range
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Heather Murray
Heather Murray
eXp Realty of Greater Los Angeles, Inc.
(661) 403-5653
11 Total Sales
2 in West Lancaster
$599K - $655K Price Range
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Jeffrey Joiner
Jeffrey Joiner
Jeff Joiner
(657) 427-1261
14 Total Sales
2 in West Lancaster
$430K - $528K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Apollo Community Regional Park
- Fishing
- Grills
- Lake
Rawley Duntley Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
George Lane Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Grills
Arnie Quinones Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
Forrest E. Hull Park
- Dog Park
- Trails
- Parking Lot
Prime Desert Woodland Preserve
- Trails
- Community Center
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | West Lancaster | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
West Lancaster Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in West Lancaster, Lancaster sell after 43 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The median sale price for homes in West Lancaster, Lancaster over the last 12 months is $550,000, up 5% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$559,999
Median Sale Price
$550,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$560,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$310,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
1,551
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$269
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
14,903
Number of Homes for Sale
169
Median Year Built
1993
Months of Supply
1.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,279
Above the national average
1,937
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,799
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,051
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840
Open Houses
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Saturday, May 1011am - 2pm
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Saturday, May 1012 - 3pm
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Saturday, May 1012 - 3pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$2,475 - $3,708 per month
- Desert Meadows Apartments and Townhomes
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 657+ Sq Ft
- 2395 W Lancaster Blvd
- Lancaster, CA
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$2,150 - $3,485 per month
- Vello Crossings
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 500+ Sq Ft
- 43738 Buena Vista Way
- Lancaster, CA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
54,107
Median Age
38
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
16%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$94,286
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$113,611
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
88.4%
College Graduates
28.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11%
% Population in Labor Force
61.7%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
6''
Average Winter Low Temperature
35°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
1
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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