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Living among Santa Rosa's botanical history
Set just east of downtown Santa Rosa, Sonoma County's Luther Burbank Home & Gardens is a designated preservation district that has been a part of the city's landscape since 1885. This historic site was once the home and laboratory of Luther Burbank, a pioneering horticulturist who developed over 800 new plant varieties. Today, local volunteers tend the gardens' vibrant roses and fruit trees, attracting visitors from far and wide who come to learn about this often-overlooked piece of Santa Rosa history. Nevertheless, residents in the neighboring homes are well aware that they live amidst a coveted historic site. “It's not your typical subdivision," says Lisa Kranz, a resident and the City of Santa Rosa's Senior Planner. "The history and nature here take center stage – people live in 100-plus-year-old cottages and there's a museum right next door. It's a real treasure, and the community doesn't take it for granted."
Burbank Gardens is close to downtown and the fairgrounds by way of Santa Rosa Ave.
Find the home of your dreams in the lovely neighborhood of Burbank Gardens.
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100-year-old homes
Fluffy trees and bushes unfurl from house to house, providing a sometimes shady backdrop of green along the well-paved sidewalks and wide streets. Homes in the neighborhood have a lot of character; traditional beige and gray homes are often neighbored by eye-catching pastel cottages and earth-toned Mission Revivals. Realtor Jim Brown of Bertolone Realty grew up in Santa Rosa, and as a kid had a paper route in Burbank Gardens. “The neighborhood’s charm has always been its biggest selling point—most of the houses are really quaint,” says Brown. “It’s not for large families, though. It’s more ideal for someone wanting a starter house or retirement home, simply because the lots here are small—just about 40 feet wide.” Single-family homes here typically have two-bedrooms and one bathroom, built between 1900 and 1930. Craftsman homes and cottages with small front porches and attached garages sit on mid-sized yards, starting at around $450,000 and capping at around $750,000.
Craftsman bungalows line the streets in Burbank Gardens.
Spanish style homes can be found throughout Burbank Gardens.
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High school shadowing program
Kids in the neighborhood can attend schools within the Santa Rosa Elementary district, earning an overall B from Niche. They might start out at the B-minus rated Luther Burbank Elementary, then advance to the B-rated Santa Rosa Middle, emphasizing tech literacy and critical thinking. Montgomery High also earns a B, offering 8th graders the opportunity to shadow a current student before enrolling.
Luther Burbank Elementary School serves K-6 students in the Juilliard Park community.
Montgomery High School is a public high school located in Santa Rosa, California.
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Summer concerts at a 19th century park
One of the oldest parks in Santa Rosa is the 9-acre Juilliard Park, set directly across from the neighborhood. This community open space once belonged to winemaker Charles Juilliard, who in 1872 built a Victorian home here, then planted an orchard around it. Today, the park features a bocce court, towering pines and a garden so lush that locals often make it their wedding venue. Most of the neighborhood gathers here with picnic blankets in the summer for Live at Juilliard, a laid-back concert series that features local acts. Parents can also bring their kids to the Burbank Playground, set conveniently on the grounds for when little ones get bored.
Burbank Gardens is across the street from beautiful Juilliard Park.
You can join the Sonoma County Bocce Club and play at Juilliard Park.
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Sharing the block with SOFA
Residents are likely to run into neighbors in the South of A Street (SOFA) Arts District, home to the farm-to-fork restaurant Spinster Sisters, and Café Frida Gallery. Folks delight in visiting Spinster Sisters for their Burger Nite Wednesdays, exploring the galleries and catching a matinee at the Roxy 14 movie theater. For everyday essentials, Grocery Outlet is less than a mile away on 4th Street, while the Montgomery Village shopping center offers a Lucky supermarket.
Burbank Gardens locals enjoy art, music and great food at the Frida Cafe.
Spinster Sisters offers an eclectic garden eating area in Burbank Gardens.
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Walking distance to bus stop and Providence Memorial
The neighborhood is set just east of the junction of Highway 12 and the 101, leading South to Petaluma in 17 miles and downtown San Francisco in 55 miles. The closest bus stop is in Montgomery Village, making stops in downtown Santa Rosa, Howarth Park and several other neighborhoods. Residents can take the Sonoma County Airport Express shuttle to the San Francisco Airport for international flights, while the Sonoma County Airport is located 10 miles away for domestic flights. In case of medical need, the Providence Memorial Hospital is less than a mile away.
Burbank Gardens residents can get around quick on the bus.
Burbank Gardens communters can catch the nearby SMART train to the airport or San Francisco.
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Parks in this Area
Old Courthouse Square
Picnic Area
Multi-Purpose Field
Walking Paths
Prince Gateway Park
Waterpark
Multi-Purpose Field
Juilliard Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Events
Rae Park
Transit
Airport
Charles M Schulz - Sonoma County
14 min drive
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Maple Ave & Hendley St
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Santa Rosa Ave & Maple Ave
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South E St & Tupper St
Burbank Gardens Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Burbank Gardens, Santa Rosa sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Burbank Gardens, Santa Rosa over the last 12 months is $568,000, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Nestled in the heart of Santa Rosa's coveted Historic Luther Burbank Gardens neighborhood, this enchanting 1,000 sq ft, bungalow is a vintage gem that exudes timeless charm! It has been in the same family on and off for 80 years and they are finally ready to pass the baton to a new family that will love it as much as they have. Cute as a button and thoughtfully remodeled, the home with midcentury
This 1930's bungalow features many period details. The home features retrofitted & raised foundation which includes deeper wider footings, steel to current code at time of retrofit. All the work for the retrofitting was a value add of $45-50k. Arched doorways and original wood flooring add warmth throughout the home. Don't miss the tile flooring detail in the bathroom. To keep you comfortable on
Excellent opportunity to acquire a charming and well-maintained 6-unit apartment complex situated on a level lot in the highly desirable Burbank Gardens neighborhood of Santa Rosa, CA. This unique investment opportunity features a strong unit mix and classic architectural character, with four spacious 2-bedroom units located in the front two buildings, originally constructed in 1938, and two
This 1920s duplex offers a rare opportunity just a short distance from downtown Santa Rosa. Both units provide comfortable living spaces with great potential, whether you're seeking a long-term investment or multi-family living. The property also includes a separate ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit), which has been owner-occupied for many years, offering privacy or the option for additional rental
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,714
Median Age
43
Population Density
19 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$64,264
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$86,265
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
84.7%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
34.9%
Advanced Degrees
15.5%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
67.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
33''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
67/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
82/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
47/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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