Mary Lake Homes for Sale

Mary Lake in west Redding is a neighborhood centered around a tranquil manmade lake, originally created in the 1830s. The modern residential area developed primarily between the 1980s and early 2000s, with some homes dating back to the 1960s. The community features diverse home styles, including midcentury ranches, larger two-story homes, and lakefront properties, with no HOA restrictions. Streets are organically laid out with numerous cul-de-sacs. The area was affected by the Carr Fire in 2018, but most homes have been rebuilt. Residents enjoy easy biking access to downtown Redding and a variety of outdoor activities, including fishing, hiking and biking on the paved and unpaved trails around Mary Lake. The neighborhood offers scenic mountain views and proximity to retail options along Buenaventura Boulevard and Placer Road. Mary Lake Park, maintained by the Friends of Mary Lake, has playground equipment, while Cumberland Park nearby offers sports courts and another playground. Public schools in the area are highly rated, with students attending Manzanita Elementary School, Sequoia Middle School and Shasta High School. Residents can enjoy dining at local favorites like Le Testimony Bistro and Karline's downtown, as well as cultural events at the Cascade Theater. Public transit is available via the Redding Area Bus Authority, and the Redding Regional Airport is a 12-mile drive southeast.