Why Live in Simpson University Region
The Simpson University Region in Redding features several residential subdivisions, including Sunridge Estates, College Highlands, and Alder Creek, with picturesque views and a community atmosphere. Homes range from late 1980s siding houses near Highway 299 priced between $300,000 and $400,000, to modern stucco homes with resort-style pools from the late 1990s priced between $600,000 and $800,000. Custom-built homes on multi-acre lots in the southern reaches can exceed a million dollars. Residents enjoy outdoor activities at Lema Ranch, located about a mile south, offering trails, picnic spots, and recreational areas. The Sundial Bridge, a 10-minute drive away, provides additional parks and trails along the Sacramento River. The university campus hosts the Bean Scene coffee shop and The Caf restaurant, popular with both students and locals. Downtown Redding, a 12-minute drive, offers dining options like Maxwell’s and Taste & See Creamery, while the nearby Mt. Shasta Mall provides shopping and grocery stores. Community events include trash pickups, the Night of Champions Fellowship of Christian Athletes event, the Redding Rodeo, and the Redding Garden of Lights. The area is well-connected with Highway 299 and Highway 44, and public transit is available via the Redding Area Bus Authority. Schools in the region are highly rated, with students attending Columbia School, Mountain View Middle, and Foothill High, all part of the Shasta Union High School District and Columbia Elementary School District. The neighborhood also benefits from the proximity to Simpson University, which offers a range of undergraduate and graduate programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Simpson University Region a good place to live?
Simpson University Region is a good place to live. Simpson University Region is considered very car-dependent and bikeable with minimal transit options. It is sparse in population with 1.5 people per acre and a median age of 44. The average household income is $100,202 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 33.7% of residents. A majority of residents in Simpson University Region are home owners, with 23.4% of residents renting and 76.6% of residents owning their home. A
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Is Simpson University Region, CA a safe neighborhood?
Simpson University Region, 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 Simpson University Region?
The median home price in Simpson University Region is $449,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $89,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,330 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $100K a year to afford the median home price in Simpson University Region. The average household income in Simpson University Region is $100K.
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Home Trends in Simpson University Region, CA
On average, homes in Simpson University Region, Redding sell after 94 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Simpson University Region, Redding over the last 12 months is $443,000, up 40% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$443,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$443,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$429,990
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$245
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
68
Median List Price
$449,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
40%