Boulder Creek
Neighborhood in Redding, California
Shasta County 96003
Walk the Boulder Creek Bridge Trail
Much of the neighborhood's north side is natural space, which residents can explore on the Boulder Creek Bridge Trail. Hikers and bikers can traverse this 2-mile trail through red dirt hills studded with valley oak trees. It's mostly gravel, except for the north section, which was recently paved. Hikers can access the gravel section of the trail on Churn Creek Road, closer to the Shasta Hills Estates subdivision. Cyclists can access the newly paved section through the Highland Park subdivision. Highland Park also has a neighborhood park with a playground and lawn space, and Quail Ridge has a small community playground.Suburbs less than a mile from Mt. Shasta Mall
Boulder Creek is a collection of subdivisions built around the actual Boulder Creek, which flows along the east side of the neighborhood and eventually feeds into the Sacramento River. The neighborhood is better known for its location on the north side of Mt. Shasta Mall, Redding's largest shopping center. "The main reason to move here is because it's a really convenient area," says Realtor Dennis Morgan with Banner Real Estate, who's lived in Redding since the 1970s. "Everyone in Redding shops or works right around here, so everything you need is pretty much right there." Along with having all the shopping they need down the road, most folks work less than 3 miles away in Hilltop or just 4 miles across the Sacramento River in Downtown Redding. In contrast to the commercial activity on the neighborhood's south end, the north end is mostly natural space neighboring suburban communities. This maintains a quiet residential atmosphere and provides residents with immersive walking trails around the corner from home.Four miles to Downtown Redding
Most locals work in Downtown Redding or Hilltop because the closest major city, Sacramento, is about 165 miles south on Interstate 5. Residents drive 4 miles to downtown hospitals and businesses by crossing the river on state Route 44. Hilltop, the city's main industrial area, is about 3 miles south on this side of the river. Commuters can also catch the city bus to downtown or Hilltop via stops on Churn Creek Road or Canby Road. For longer car trips, Interstate 5 runs down the neighborhood's west side. Redding Regional Airport is 10 miles south. It offers flights to West Coast cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco and Seattle.Shop and dine at Mt. Shasta Mall
Mt. Shasta Mall is a short drive south down Churn Creek Road. The mall itself is a large indoor space, but the surrounding stores and retailers create one all-inclusive shopping area. Inside the mall are dozens of small outlets and larger retailers like Macy's and Ulta Beauty. Morgan says the indoor mall serves an additional purpose to the community in the summer. "When it gets real hot in the summertime, they open the mall early in the morning just so people can walk in the air conditioning, instead of baking out in the sun." Outside the mall, folks shop at department stores like Walmart and Target, and get specialty groceries at Trader Joe's and Sprouts Farmers Market. The shopping center has many fast-casual chains, like In-N-Out Burger, and local chains, like Theory Coffee Roasters. Theory offers a bright, modern space for locals to enjoy a pastry and their morning coffee. Mr. Peri Peri's Grill serves roasted chicken rubbed with a spicy peri peri seasoning blend that originates from Mozambique and South Africa. Champa Garden Thai is another local spot to enjoy curries and stir-fries.Bethel Church in the neighborhood
Bethel Church's sprawling campus is in the neighborhood's north end, off state Route 299, and has 11,000 members. Its campus is slightly removed from the suburban communities, but the neighborhood roads can become crowded around the church's four Sunday services.Three suburbs to choose from
Churn Creek Road winds north to south through Boulder Creek, and the neighborhood's three subdivisions all branch off of it. Quail Ridge is the closest to Mt. Shasta Mall. Sidewalks line its winding drives and cul-de-sacs. They connect to Boulder Creek Elementary, allowing kids to walk to school without leaving the community. The 1990s ranch-style and New Traditional homes here sit on midsize grassy lawns and typically have three bedrooms, ranging from $300,000 to just over $400,000. Shasta Hills Estates was developed around the same time. Its streets sit closer to Churn Creek Road, so homes aren't as secluded as the other two communities. The two-to-three-bedroom New Traditional and Craftsman homes here range from $300,000 to almost $500,000. Highland Park has the highest prices and amenities like parks and trail access. Mature trees line its streets and cul-de-sacs. Residents can follow the sidewalks to park spaces, and they connect to paved walking and biking trails. The community's three-to-four-bedroom New Traditional and Mediterranean-inspired homes range from $400,000 to $600,000.Wildfires a few miles away
Boulder Creek is just 6 miles east of where the 2018 Carr Fire began. The Carr Fire was one of the largest wildfires in California history, burning many homes in west Redding. Fires this large aren't an everyday occurrence, but small brush fires are common in the dry hills around the city. Residents are encouraged to take measures to prevent the threat and spread of wildfires by removing dry brush and combustible materials from the perimeter of homes. Folks should also have an established evacuation plan when a fire shows a present danger.


Agents Specializing in this Area
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Nolan Parsons
Responds QuicklyParsons Realty
(530) 688-8027
86 Total Sales
5 in Boulder Creek
$310K - $455K Price Range
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Ben Sprague
Responds QuicklyeXp Realty of California Inc
(530) 240-7728
135 Total Sales
4 in Boulder Creek
$334K - $370K Price Range
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Dana Peterson
Responds QuicklyShasta Sotheby’s International Realty
(530) 561-5886
93 Total Sales
1 in Boulder Creek
$476,250 Price
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Don Wilkins
Responds QuicklyGenesis Real Estate
(530) 364-5292
66 Total Sales
3 in Boulder Creek
$265K - $410K Price Range
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Cindy Young
Responds QuicklyYoung and Company Real Estate
(530) 999-0565
125 Total Sales
2 in Boulder Creek
$334K - $348K Price Range
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Chris & Maria Jeantet
Responds QuicklyShasta Living Real Estate
(530) 999-7793
253 Total Sales
8 in Boulder Creek
$265K - $410K Price Range
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Boulder Creek | US |
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Homicide | 3 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
Robbery | 3 | 4 |
Burglary | 7 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
Larceny | 7 | 4 |
Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
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Boulder Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Boulder Creek, Redding sell after 9 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Boulder Creek, Redding over the last 12 months is $367,500, up 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Nearby Neighborhoods

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Eastern Redding blend of residential quietude, conveniences and campuses

North Redding suburb next to Interstate 5 and 3 miles from Mt. Shasta Mall

Redding suburbs with access to riverfront walking trails