Lema Ranch
Neighborhood in Redding, California
Shasta County 96003
Suburban homes and rural lots
With natural space to the north and east, most of Lema Ranch's residential streets lie in the southwestern corner of the neighborhood, creating a little pocket of suburbia off of Old Alturas Road. Most homes here are in the Edgewood subdivision. Edgewood streets are wide and quiet, with little to no through traffic, and front lawns are shaded by large oaks and pines. The majority of houses have a driveway or garage, and some even have a pool in the backyard. The community's ranch-style homes and larger Prairie-style, Craftsman and midcentury modern designs range from $350,000 to $600,000. Outside of the Edgewood subdivision, just a little east, the feel is very different. Homes here has a much more rural feel, sitting on red dirt lots of half an acre or larger — some sit along Old Alturas Road, secluded by large trees, while others can be found down long country lanes. These homes range from $200,000 to $400,000.Enterprise or Columbia Elementary School District
Lema Ranch is on the line of two school districts. The neighborhood's southwest corner, about half of the Edgewood subdivision, is part of the Enterprise Elementary School District, rated a B-minus overall by Niche. Students in this area go to Mistletoe Elementary, graded a B, for kindergarten through eighth grade. The rest of the neighborhood is part of the Columbia Elementary School District, rated an overall A-minus. These students begin at Columbia Elementary and continue at Mountain View Middle, both graded a B-plus. The entire neighborhood is part of the Shasta Union High School District, rated an A overall. Students round out their education at Foothill High, graded an A-minus. Foothill students can engage with the school's career center to get volunteer opportunities with local organizations like Mercy Medical Center or Turtle Bay Exploration Area.Walking trails through Lema Ranch
Lema Ranch has 4 miles of walking trails that cover the 200-acre expanse of natural space. The dirt, gravel and paved trails traverse pastures of native grasses studded with manzanita shrubs, western white pines and valley oaks. These trails can be accessed from multiple points throughout the neighborhood. The McConnell Foundation's main building is right in the middle of this open space, on the banks of two large, manmade ponds. These manicured grounds are also open to the public. The foundation reserves the building's meeting spaces for local nonprofit organizations.Four-mile drive to Downtown Redding
Sacramento is the closest major city, about 160 miles south on Interstate 5, so most locals work in Downtown Redding or Hilltop. Downtown Redding is a 4-mile drive across the river on state Route 44. Along with two large hospitals, downtown has a growing business scene that's a part of the recent downtown development initiatives. Hilltop, the city's main industrial area, is less than 3 miles south of the neighborhood. Commuters who don't wish to drive can catch the bus less than a mile east at the intersection of Old Alturas Road and Shasta View Drive. For longer trips, Interstate 5 is 3 miles west of the neighborhood, and Redding Regional Airport is 8 miles south. Redding Regional flies to West Coast cities like San Francisco, Seattle and Los Angeles.Wildfires around Redding
The dry climate and high summer temperatures, averaging around 100 degrees in July and August, can often fuel small brush fires in the mountains surrounding Redding. These can become large wildfires, like the 2018 Carr Fire, which burned many homes in west Redding. Lema Ranch is just 8 miles east of where the Carr Fire began. Fires this large aren't an everyday occurrence, but residents are still encouraged to prevent the threat and spread of wildfires by removing dry brush and combustible materials from the perimeter of homes. It's also crucial to have an established evacuation plan.Retail and department shopping at Mt. Shasta Mall
Mt. Shasta Mall has all the shopping residents could need less than 2 miles from home. This indoor mall has dozens of fashion outlets and larger retailers like Macy's and JCPenney. The mall is part of a larger shopping complex with department stores like Target and Walmart and grocery stores like WinCo Foods. Trader Joe's and Sprouts Farmers Market offer more specialty foods. Plus, there are more stores throughout the plaza, like Home Depot, PetSmart, Best Buy and Dick's Sporting Goods. Shoppers can also grab a bite at fast-casual chains like In-N-Out Burger, or local chains like Theory Coffee Roaster and Roots Juice Bar. Roots has become a Redding favorite for their refreshing acai bowls, juices and smoothies like the Funky Monkey. Taqueria Dos Amigos is one of the center's local eateries, serving authentic Mexican cuisine.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Nolan Parsons
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Nolan Parsons
Responds QuicklyParsons Realty
(530) 688-8027
86 Total Sales
1 in Lema Ranch
$352,000 Price
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Ben Sprague
Ben Sprague
Responds QuicklyeXp Realty of California Inc
(530) 240-7728
135 Total Sales
1 in Lema Ranch
$312,000 Price
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Chris & Maria Jeantet
Chris & Maria Jeantet
Responds QuicklyShasta Living Real Estate
(530) 999-7793
253 Total Sales
1 in Lema Ranch
$385,000 Price
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Uche Ajero
Uche Ajero
Responds QuicklyNorthstate Real Estate Professionals
(530) 500-6327
45 Total Sales
1 in Lema Ranch
$460,000 Price
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William Parsons
William Parsons
Parsons Realty
(530) 561-6031
100 Total Sales
1 in Lema Ranch
$352,000 Price
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Cory Meyer
Cory Meyer
eXp Realty of Northern California, Inc.
(530) 688-8028
620 Total Sales
5 in Lema Ranch
$250K - $435K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
- K to 4th
- Public
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Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Lema Ranch | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 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 | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lema Ranch Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lema Ranch, Redding sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Lema Ranch, Redding over the last 12 months is $399,000, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$384,000
Median Sale Price
$399,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$390,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
-2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-1%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$262
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
336
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1988
Months of Supply
2.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,610
Below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
919
Median Age
42
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
23.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$91,926
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$102,627
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.1%
College Graduates
27.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
38°F
Average Summer High Temperature
99°F
Annual Snowfall
1''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
14
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
3
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
16
/ 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.
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North Hilltop
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