Blacklake
Several subdivisions cater to a variety of lifestyles and price points
Most homes throughout Blacklake have Mediterranean-style details like stucco exteriors and clay-tile roofs. The community has several subdivisions, most with single-level or two-story single-family homes built between the mid-1980s and the early 2000s. Morris Kelly says that the one- and two-story homes in the Fairways subdivision, which were built in the ‘90s on smaller lots, are the community's most affordable. Dating to 2008, Villagio's custom and semi-custom homes are the most recently built in Blacklake, and the early 2000s, single-story homes in Legend are exclusively for residents aged 55 and older. Prices for single-family homes in Blacklake depend on floor plan, upgrades and proximity to the golf course, and range from $700,000 to $1.2 million. One section near the golf course is designated for condos that were originally built in the mid-1980s; smaller condos start in the mid $500,000s, while larger units with golf course views can go for over $650,000.All homes in Blacklake are governed by a homeowners association and have street-facing two- or three-car garages. "One thing that's unique about Blacklake is that the owners have to park in the garages at night,” says Morris Kelly. “It keeps a clean and consistent look in the community, plus it's a deterrent to would-be car thieves.”
27 holes of golf a few miles from the sprawling Nipomo Regional Park
Blacklake Golf Resort has three public, nine-hole courses. The Canyons course has elevated tees overlooking the fairways, while the Oaks course is sheltered and shaded by large trees. The wide fairways at the Lakes course are ideal for newer or more casual golfers. The neighborhood also has a private outdoor swimming pool and spa, which residents can access with a membership.About 3 miles southeast of Blacklake, Nipomo Regional Park spans over 140 acres, with miles of walking trails, a large playground and an off-leash dog park. Also here are various playing fields and an on-site skate park, as well as tennis and pickleball courts; locals gather at the barbeque areas for birthdays and family reunions. Twelve acres on the park's north end are designated as a nature garden.
A bar and grill at the golf course with locally owned eateries and grocery shopping nearby
Residents can stop at the golf course’s Blacklake Bar and Grill for breakfast before tee time, or for burgers and brews after a day on the green. In the community's southeast corner, the newly opened Beso Cocina serves south-of-the-border tapas and signature cocktails.About 4 miles southeast, the main drag of West Tefft Street is lined with fast food chains and locally owned eateries, including Jocko’s, a 100-year-old community staple with hand-cut meats grilled open-flame over coastal red oak wood, and The Mayor’s Place, a cozy mom and pop joint serving homestyle breakfasts. Grocery options on West Tefft include Vons and Grocery Outlet. More restaurants and retail can be found 10 miles north of the neighborhood, in Arroyo Grande.
Career courses at Nipomo High
Blacklake is zoned for Lucia Mar Unified district schools, including Dorthea Lange Elementary, rated B by Niche, and the B-rated Mesa Middle. At Nipomo High, rated B-plus, students can enroll in career and technical education courses in fields ranging from agriculture and natural resources to product innovation and design.A local summer concert series with proximity to popular events in the Village of Arroyo Grande
On Saturday and Sunday afternoons during July, Blacklake Golf Resort hosts a concert series featuring local artists of all genres. More events are held in the historic downtown Village of Arroyo Grande. These include a weekly concert series held in Heritage Square Park on Saturdays from July through September, and the SLO County Farmers’ Market, held every Saturday afternoon, year-round.Proximity to Highway 101
Blacklake is about 2 miles west of Highway 101 and 2 miles east of Highway 1. Dignity Health’s Arroyo Grande Community Hospital is about 8 miles north. The Santa Maria Airport is 15 miles southeast with daily flights to and from Las Vegas via Allegiant Airlines, and the San Luis Obispo County Regional Airport is about 20 miles north with nonstop flights to major hubs throughout the west.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Kellye Grayson
Kellye Grayson
The Avenue Central Coast Realty, Inc.
(805) 250-4808
35 Total Sales
1 in Blacklake
$890,000 Price
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Ashlea Boyer
Ashlea Boyer
Keller Williams Realty Central Coast
(805) 519-8128
91 Total Sales
1 in Blacklake
$600,000 Price
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Deborah Brooks
Deborah Brooks
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices California Properties
(805) 549-4153
41 Total Sales
1 in Blacklake
$750,000 Price
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Jessica Padilla
Jessica Padilla
Responds QuicklyCompass California, Inc.-PB
(805) 301-9584
16 Total Sales
2 in Blacklake
$700K - $915K Price Range
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Jacob Rodrigues
Jacob Rodrigues
Responds QuicklyGUIDE Real Estate
(805) 591-8107
76 Total Sales
1 in Blacklake
$830,000 Price
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Cory Mason
Cory Mason
Responds QuicklyHome Again
(805) 519-7564
24 Total Sales
1 in Blacklake
$850,000 Price
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Blacklake Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Blacklake, Santa Maria sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Blacklake, Santa Maria over the last 12 months is $246,000, up 109% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$438,400
Median Sale Price
$246,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$440,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
31
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
109%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$191
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
579
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1994
Months of Supply
0.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,060
Above the national average
1,924
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,163
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
9,147
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
1,224
Median Age
64
Population Density
2 ppl/acre
Population under 18
12.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
47.8%
Significantly above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$100,822
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$129,896
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.7%
College Graduates
41.8%
Advanced Degrees
22.1%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
49.1%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
18''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
77°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
10
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
4
/ 100
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