Toro Park
Suburban Neighborhood in Salinas, California
Monterey County 93908
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.
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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.
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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.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.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.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.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jorge Edeza
Jorge Edeza
Remax Property Experts
(831) 273-8618
103 Total Sales
1 in Toro Park
$1,050,000 Price
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Regina Shaw
Regina Shaw
Intero Real Estate Services
(831) 273-3582
112 Total Sales
1 in Toro Park
$824,000 Price
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Martin Sanchez
Martin Sanchez
Orion Realty Group
(831) 540-1667
53 Total Sales
1 in Toro Park
$860,000 Price
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Eisrael Gomez
Eisrael Gomez
Responds QuicklyeXp Realty of California Inc
(831) 208-5933
61 Total Sales
1 in Toro Park
$1,890,000 Price
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Alessia Ucelli
Alessia Ucelli
Responds QuicklyMonterey Coast Realty
(831) 574-2917
36 Total Sales
1 in Toro Park
$2,400,000 Price
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Erick Fernandez
Erick Fernandez
Keller Williams Realty Santa Cruz
(831) 201-5961
127 Total Sales
1 in Toro Park
$725,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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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
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Toro Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Toro Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Toro Park, Salinas sell after 39 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Toro Park, Salinas over the last 12 months is $1,175,000, up 4% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$1,190,000
Median Sale Price
$1,175,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,175,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
37
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$562
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
780
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1971
Months of Supply
0.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,139
Above the national average
1,933
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,207
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
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®
32
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
24
/ 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
Spreckels
Prettily and near-perfectly preserved early 1900s Salinas Valley company town
River Road
This scenic Salinas neighborhood is home to the Monterey Zoo
Downtown Salinas
A bustling downtown district that is home to a wide range of amenities
Corral de Tierra
John Steinbeck's novel, "Pastures of Heaven," is based on this Monterey community
South Salinas
Peaceful Salinas suburb between downtown and farmland in "America's Salad Bowl"
Boronda
On Salinas’ outskirts, convenient to both farms and shopping
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