Why Live in Waterfront
Waterfront is a recently built neighborhood southeast of downtown Petaluma. It offers views of the Petaluma River and easy access to scenic green spaces like Shollenberger Park. The area features a mix of residential and commercial blocks, with modern apartments centrally located and single-family homes in the Riverfront subdivision. The homes feature new traditional 2-story designs and compact, landscaped yards. Waterfront boasts extensive recreational space. Walking trails at Streamer Landing Park and Shollenberger Park are known for birdwatching, and Memorial Dog Park is the largest in town. Boating enthusiasts can rent berths at Petaluma Marina, while additional hiking can be found east of the neighborhood at the expansive Tolay Lake Regional Park. Shopping and dining are concentrated along Lakeville Street, with popular spots like Dandy Sandos and Lily Kai Chinese Cuisine. The neighborhood is served by highly rated schools, including Live Oak K-8 Charter School, Kenilworth Junior High School, and Casa Grande High School. Residents have easy access to local events like the Lighted Boat Parade and the Arts & Garden Festival. U.S. Route 101 provides makes for easy commuting, with Santa Rosa 17 miles away and San Francisco less than 40 miles by car.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Waterfront a good place to live?
Waterfront is a good place to live. Waterfront is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Waterfront has 3 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 39. The average household income is $102,173 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 42.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Waterfront are renters, with 86.6% of residents renting and 13.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Waterfront can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Waterfront neighborhood guide.
Is Waterfront, CA a safe neighborhood?
Waterfront, CA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 3 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Waterfront?
The median home price in Waterfront is $995,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $199,200 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.18%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,870 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $209K a year to afford the median home price in Waterfront. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Waterfront is $102K.
What are the best public schools in Waterfront?
The best public schools that serve Waterfront are:
What are the best private schools in Waterfront?
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Home Trends in Waterfront, CA
On average, homes in Waterfront, Petaluma sell after 56 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Waterfront, Petaluma over the last 12 months is $988,900, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$988,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$893,790
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$365
Number of Homes for Sale
5
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$995,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%
