Waller Park
Neighborhood in Orcutt, California
Santa Barbara County 93455
Duck ponds and pony rides
At Waller Park, the duck pond may be the most popular feature, with plenty of locals stopping by to enjoy the park’s expansive 154-acre stretch. The park is also home to multiple playgrounds and sports courts along with a disc golf course and ample picnicking opportunities. “The park belongs to the county and they hold special events like egg hunts during Easter and pony rides and food trucks on the weekends that a lot of people enjoy,” Hernandez says. For a more private experience, the nearby Santa Maria Country Club was established in 1921 and has over 120 acres of scenic golf course amenities. There is also a wide range of programs at the Santa Maria YMCA.
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Pick from ranch-style options
Homes in Waller Park are mostly ranch-style options with two-car garages, cozy front porches and barrel roof tiles. Small green lots are connected by sidewalks, and while lawns have limited landscaping made up of mostly stone and cacti, they are complemented by the surrounding mountain views. Home prices typically fall between $625,000 and $775,000. There are 580 total homes in the neighborhood and the average number of days on the market for Waller Park is less than half the national average. Home sizes can be anywhere from 1,300 to 2,900 square feet and most homes date back to the 1950s. Lots range from 7,800 square feet to 0.29 acres.
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From hamburgers to pizza to pho
The Salty Brigade Kitchen serves modern American food paired with beer and wine courtesy of an in-house chef known for his homemade chips, fries and burgers. The outdoor patio is a popular spot to enjoy seasonal, locally sourced, fresh ingredients. Viet Kitchen is known for having great pho and serves up its famous noodle soup alongside rice plates and vermicelli bowls. Fire and Vice Santa Maria has breakfast, lunch and dinner options with a focus on pizza, sausage, beer and coffee. Their specialty pizzas include options like Spicy Hawaiian and Fig-Buck-Goat. Locals can grab their groceries from Target, Costo and Spencer’s Fresh Markets.
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B rated schools with strong athletic programs
Students in Waller Park can attend Joe Nightingale Elementary School which received an A-minus rating from Niche and serves about 700 students with a student-teacher ratio of 25-to-1. Lakeview Junior High School is another option that received a B-plus rating from Niche and serves about 470 students with a student-teacher ratio of 22-to-1. Ernest Righetti High School received a B-plus rating from Niche and serves about 2,500 students with a student-teacher ratio of 22-to-1. The school has an impressive collection of athletic programs that vary from football to water polo.
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A stone's throw from the airport
Residents of Waller Park have convenient access to local bus stops and Highway 101 and 135. The neighborhood is also right next to the Santa Maria Airport. Downtown Santa Maria is just 4.5 miles north of Waller Park.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Heidi Parkins
Heidi Parkins
Responds QuicklyCHAMPION Real Estate
(805) 608-5206
41 Total Sales
1 in Waller Park
$559,000 Price
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Gina Gluyas
Gina Gluyas
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Haven Properties
(805) 608-4989
104 Total Sales
2 in Waller Park
$410K - $630K Price Range
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Michelle Gongora-Cothran
Michelle Gongora-Cothran
PB & Associates
(805) 779-8125
39 Total Sales
2 in Waller Park
$565K - $610K Price Range
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Narlene Carter-Keenan
Narlene Carter-Keenan
Keller Williams Realty Central Coast
(805) 549-4858
117 Total Sales
1 in Waller Park
$440,000 Price
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Ricky Velasco
Ricky Velasco
CHAMPION Real Estate
(805) 608-2292
13 Total Sales
1 in Waller Park
$559,000 Price
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Sethi Vann
Sethi Vann
CHAMPION Real Estate
(805) 308-7565
53 Total Sales
1 in Waller Park
$460,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Fletcher Park
Rod Rodenberger Park
Waller Park
Maramonte Park
Crossroads Open Space
Rotary Centennial Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Waller Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 3 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Waller Park Demographics and Home Trends
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$659,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$659,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$434
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
68
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1993
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,418
Significantly below the national average
1,937
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
950
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,356
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,895 - $3,800 per month
- Elements Apartments
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-3 Baths
- 462+ Sq Ft
- 3517 Mercury Dr
- Santa Maria, CA
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$2,295 - $3,445 per month
- Parke Orcutt Apartments
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 715+ Sq Ft
- 3235 Orcutt Rd
- Orcutt, CA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
829
Median Age
38
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$86,627
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$108,275
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
83.9%
College Graduates
26.8%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
9.6%
% Population in Labor Force
57.8%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
13''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
74°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
73
/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
55
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Santa Maria Country Club
Golfing community with local shopping, dining and access to major freeways
Blosser
Centrally located neighborhood next to Santa Maria Airport
Old Town Orcutt
Early 20th-century community with lots of local shops and dining
Orcutt
Bedroom community suburb in the Santa Maria Valley
Santa Maria West
A neighborhood that is home to the Santa Barbara County Fair
Santa Maria East
A suburban space with retail opportunities and dining near downtown Santa Maria
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