Why Live in Downtown Redding
Downtown Redding is a bustling neighborhood characterized by its pedestrian-friendly squares and vibrant restaurant scene. Market Street serves as the focal point of the area's revitalization, featuring wide walkways and brick streets that limit car traffic, making it easy for residents to explore local dining and shopping options. Popular spots include From the Hearth Kitchen & Pie Shop and the historic Jack's Grill, which has been a staple since 1938. The neighborhood's residential areas, primarily south of the commercial center, are lined with 1930s cottages and a mix of Craftsman, midcentury modern, colonial, and Tudor-style homes. The north side offers larger 1920s Tudors and Spanish Revivals near the Sacramento River. Downtown Redding is part of the highly rated Redding Elementary School District and Shasta Union High School District, with Shasta High School noted for its strong STEM programs. For recreation, residents enjoy South City Park, Martin Luther King Jr. Park, and the Sacramento River Trail. The neighborhood hosts the annual Redding Beer & Wine Festival, attracting locals to Market Street for a day of tasting and live music. Essential amenities like Safeway and Mt. Shasta Mall are conveniently located within a few miles. The area is safer than the national average, and healthcare services are readily accessible with Shasta Regional Medical Center and Mercy Medical Center nearby. While the surrounding hills are prone to brush fires, Downtown Redding's central location reduces the direct risk, though residents are advised to maintain fire safety measures.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Downtown Redding a good place to live?
Downtown Redding is a good place to live. Downtown Redding is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Downtown Redding has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.5 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $43,315 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 11.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Downtown Redding are renters, with 84.6% of residents renting and 15.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Downtown Redding can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Downtown Redding neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Downtown Redding?
The median home price in Downtown Redding is $302,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $60,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.58%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,540 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $66K a year to afford the median home price in Downtown Redding. The average household income in Downtown Redding is $43K.
What are the best public schools in Downtown Redding?
The best public schools that serve Downtown Redding are:
- Shasta High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 21:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- Manzanita Elementary School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 23:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- Sequoia Middle School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
What are the best private schools in Downtown Redding?
The best private schools that serve Downtown Redding are:
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Are home prices dropping in Downtown Redding?
Yes, home prices in Downtown Redding are down 12% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Downtown Redding, CA
On average, homes in Downtown Redding, Redding sell after 11 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Redding, Redding over the last 12 months is $290,000, down 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$290,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$317,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$249
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$302,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-17%