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Miles of equestrian trails in the Salinas-Monterey sunbelt
Toro Park is a natural sanctuary etched into the rolling hills and canyons of the Salinas-Monterey sunbelt. Equestrian enthusiasts enjoy horse pastures and easy access to miles of riding trails at Toro County Park and Fort Ord National Monument. Nature is the backdrop to this area, surrounded by ranches, farms, vineyards, plenty of parks and the Monterey Zoo. Highway 68 runs through the neighborhood, providing quick commutes to the downtown areas of Salinas or Monterey. Some of the most beautiful areas of the West Coast are close at hand, with Big Sur National Park less than an hour away and Point Lobos State National Reserve just minutes away by car.
Traditional homes and subdivision amenities
Houses of various sizes, styles and price points comprise the area. Traditional single-family homes, ranch-style homes, colonial-revival homes, townhouses and condominiums all make up the community, with prices ranging from $638,000 to $2.8 million. Many subdivisions offer residents amenities like a swimming pool, tennis and basketball courts, picnic areas with barbecue pits and a clubhouse.
This Toro Park home has plenty of garage space.
Toro Park sits nestled in the hills.
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The fifth-best high school in Monterey County
Children in the area attend Toro Park Elementary School, which has an overall Niche grade of A-minus and was ranked the seventh-best public elementary school in Monterey County. Next, they attend San Benancio Middle School, which has an overall Niche grade of A and was ranked the third-best public middle school in Monterey County. Teenagers attend Salinas High School, which has an overall Niche grade of B-plus and was ranked the fifth-best public high school in Monterey County.
Everything from horseshoe pits to horse trails in local parks
Toro Regional Park borders the neighborhood, offering 4,756 acres of recreational facilities, including an equestrian staging area, riding trails, softball fields, playgrounds, horseshoe pits, volleyball courts and hiking trails. Kelton Park sits in the center of the community, an open green space perfect for tossing a frisbee around and hosting community gatherings. Locals can explore the Ford Ord National Monument, rich in history and recreational activities. Residents can trek over 86 miles of trails by foot, bike or horseback, encountering rolling hills, pockets of chaparral and oak woodlands. The monument commemorates United States veterans who served in the 20th century. During the Vietnam War, over 1.5 million troops were trained there. Also close by is Sutherland Park, which features a playground, gardens, a swim club, tennis courts and a theater for live entertainment.
There are paved walking trails in Toro County Park.
A rugged trail in Toro Park.
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Over 100 species at Monterey Zoo
Residents are just minutes from Monterey Zoo, home to over 100 exotic animals. The zoo’s handlers and trainers cultivate close bonds with the animals, which visitors can see on full display during the park’s educational programming. Locals can even enjoy full-contact experiences with the animals by appointment, and the zoo boasts a safari bed and breakfast on the property.
Retail along Highway 68
Local bicyclists stock up at Toro Grind, an independently-owned bike shop along Highway 68. When residents want to get pampered, they head to Kissed by the Sun, where they can get tans, waxes, facials and lash extensions. When hunger hits, locals flock to Angelina’s Pizzeria, a family-owned eatery with a warm atmosphere and an arcade.
Prepare for an upcoming trek at Toro Grind in Toro Park, California.
There's plenty of shopping along Highway 68 in Toro Park.
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Big Sur National Park a short drive away
Highway 68 runs through the neighborhood, providing quick commutes to the downtown areas of Salinas or Monterey. Some of the most beautiful areas of the West Coast are close at hand, with Big Sur National Park less than an hour away and Point Lobos State National Reserve just minutes away by car.
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Parks in this Area
Fort Ord National Monument
Toro County Park
Spreckels Memorial Park
Picnic Area
Tennis
Trails
Kelton Park
Transit
Airport
Monterey Regional
15 min drive
Toro Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Toro Park, Salinas sell after 10 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Toro Park, Salinas over the last 12 months is $452,000, down 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a spacious 5-bed, 3-bath home on one of Toro Park's most sought-after streets. First time on the market, this well-loved home offers an opportunity for vision & creativity to make it your own. Enjoy flexible living with two bedrooms & a full bath upstairs, and three bedrooms--including the primary suite--& two baths on the main level. A light-filled living
What if you had the entirety of Toro Park in your backyard? Imagine waking up on a Saturday and, within minutes of leaving your home, finding yourself trotting briskly up an emerald hillside with the sunshine in your face, wind in your hair, and the bleating of a flock of sheep sounding melodiously somewhere in the distance. Here is a two-story property that can make this fantasy your cherished
Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,940
Median Age
50
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
21.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.6%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$208,010
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$209,939
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
99.3%
College Graduates
64%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
27.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
66.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
16''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
72°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
30/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
19/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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