Why Live in Cordova Meadows
Cradled by the American River, the Cordova Meadows neighborhood is a quiet, well-established suburban Rancho Cordova community centered on its namesake elementary school. River Bend Park is one of the neighborhood’s biggest draws. “There’s lots of nice homes right up against the park with great access to walking and bike trails,” says Rene Morales, a local real estate agent with eXp Realty. The well-known American River Parkway bike trail runs through the park, and many small beaches are spread along the banks. The rest of the neighborhood is primarily residential, with some restaurants and businesses on the south end, along Folsom Boulevard. Wide streets in Cordova Meadows are lined with well-maintained sidewalks and compact parcels dotted with pine trees. Built between 1950 and 1990, many of the neighborhood’s ranch-style homes and two-story properties are tucked away along short cul-de-sacs, and feature partial stone exteriors, spacious two-car garages and elaborate gardens. Floorplans can have anywhere from three to six bedrooms, with prices ranging from $300,000 to $600,000. Though River Bend Park falls within a flood zone, residential areas around the park are mainly
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cordova Meadows a good place to live?
Cordova Meadows is a good place to live. Cordova Meadows is considered very car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Cordova Meadows has 5 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 35. The average household income is $90,689 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 27.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Cordova Meadows are renters, with 56.5% of residents renting and 43.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Cordova Meadows can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Cordova Meadows neighborhood guide.
Is Cordova Meadows, CA a safe neighborhood?
Cordova Meadows, CA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Cordova Meadows?
The median home price in Cordova Meadows is $484,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $96,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.77%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,520 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $108K a year to afford the median home price in Cordova Meadows. The average household income in Cordova Meadows is $91K.
What are the best public schools in Cordova Meadows?
The best public schools that serve Cordova Meadows are:
What are the best private schools in Cordova Meadows?
The best private schools that serve Cordova Meadows are:
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Home Trends in Cordova Meadows, CA
On average, homes in Cordova Meadows, Rancho Cordova sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Cordova Meadows, Rancho Cordova over the last 12 months is $477,500, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$477,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$487,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$324
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Median List Price
$484,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
