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.
Fernando Aguilar Jr.
Keller Williams Pacific Estates
(562) 667-3107
47 Total Sales
1 in West Lancaster
$335,000 Price
Mayra Mathiowetz
Realty One Group Success
(661) 247-8185
46 Total Sales
2 in West Lancaster
$550K - $599K Price Range
MARK CLEVELAND
UNIVERSITY REALTY INC.
(951) 221-9241
57 Total Sales
1 in West Lancaster
$455,000 Price
Robert Sheehan
Century 21 Masters
(909) 655-4632
100 Total Sales
1 in West Lancaster
$32,000 Price
Anwar Caram
California Prudential Real Est
(747) 307-5013
56 Total Sales
5 in West Lancaster
$385K - $556K Price Range
Liz Tolentino
Equity Union
(661) 762-4235
57 Total Sales
4 in West Lancaster
$381K - $540K Price Range
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | West Lancaster | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in West Lancaster, Lancaster sell after 112 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in West Lancaster, Lancaster over the last 12 months is $550,000, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$2,250 - $3,485 per month
$1,995 - $3,708 per month
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