Why Live in Tanglewood
Tanglewood, located in Redding, offers a diverse range of living spaces just north of Mt. Shasta Mall, the city’s largest shopping center. The neighborhood features both suburban developments and condo communities, providing residents with options less than a mile from shopping and dining. The area is convenient for commuting, with Hilltop, an industrial hub, just 2 miles south, and Interstate 5 running along the west side. Mission De Oro Drive serves as the main thoroughfare, connecting the mall to the Highland Park subdivision. The condos near the mall, built in the 1980s, have Mediterranean-inspired designs with amenities like pools and parking spaces. Newer townhouses on Tanglewood Drive offer more space and private yards. The Highland Park subdivision in the north end features midsize ranch-style and larger New Traditional homes with wide drives and grassy backyards.
The neighborhood is part of the Enterprise Elementary School District, with Boulder Creek Elementary and Enterprise High School, both rated above average. Enterprise High is known for its work experience program and the annual River Bowl football game. Local amenities include Mt. Shasta Mall with stores like Macy’s, Target, and Trader Joe’s, and local spots like Redding Sports and Taste & See Creamery. Highland Park subdivision has two parks with playgrounds, basketball courts, and picnic areas, and a 30-acre nature preserve with walking and biking trails.
Commuters can easily reach Hilltop and Downtown Redding, and Redding Regional Airport is less than 10 miles away. While the area is safer than the national average, residents should be aware of wildfire risks and maintain defensible spaces around their homes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tanglewood a good place to live?
Tanglewood is a good place to live. Tanglewood is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Tanglewood has 2 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 28.6 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $71,814 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 41.1% of residents. A majority of residents in Tanglewood are renters, with 55.9% of residents renting and 44.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Tanglewood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Tanglewood neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Tanglewood?
The median home price in Tanglewood is $415,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $83,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.26%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,050 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $88K a year to afford the median home price in Tanglewood. The average household income in Tanglewood is $72K.
What are the best public schools in Tanglewood?
The best public schools that serve Tanglewood are:
- Shasta High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 21:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- Enterprise High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 21:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- Turtle Bay has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 25:1 and an average review score of 4.3.
What are the best private schools in Tanglewood?
The best private schools that serve Tanglewood are:
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Home Trends in Tanglewood, CA
On average, homes in Tanglewood, Redding sell after 27 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Tanglewood, Redding over the last 12 months is $439,000, up 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$439,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$411,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$215,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$255
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Last 12 months Home Sales
25
Median List Price
$415,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
19%