Why Live in Whitney Ranch
Whitney Ranch in Rocklin, located 25 miles north of Sacramento, is a newly developed neighborhood known for its privacy and seclusion atop a plateau west of Highway 65. The area features interconnected walking paths and the Ranch House community center, which hosts year-round events and fitness classes. Residents enjoy quick access to parks and the Roseville Galleria shops. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, with a low crime risk. Homes here are typically two-story, four-bedroom properties with solar-paneled roofs, often on close-together lots, and some have room for pools. Schools in Whitney Ranch are highly rated, with Sunset Ranch Elementary, Granite Oaks Middle, and Whitney High all receiving high marks. Whitney Park, connected to Whitney High via a pedestrian bridge, features baseball diamonds and a splash pad, with future plans for a bike park. Other nearby parks include Bolton, Pernu, and Willard Parks, offering trails, playgrounds, and lawns. Whitney Oaks Golf Club, an 18-hole course, is just east of the neighborhood. Dining options near Whitney Ranch include Wally’s Café for Lebanese cuisine and Via Roma for pizza, with more restaurants and shops located in the nearby Stanford neighborhood. For groceries, residents frequent Safeway and Save Mart. Commuters can access Highway 65 via Whitney Ranch Parkway, leading to Roseville (5 miles) and Folsom (17 miles), with Interstate 80 providing a 25-mile route to downtown Sacramento.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Whitney Ranch a good place to live?
Whitney Ranch is a good place to live. Whitney Ranch is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Whitney Ranch is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 1, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. Whitney Ranch has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.1 people per acre and a median age of 36. The average household income is $160,547 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 62.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Whitney Ranch are home owners, with 21.7% of residents renting and 78.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Whitney Ranch can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Whitney Ranch neighborhood guide.
Is Whitney Ranch, CA a safe neighborhood?
Whitney Ranch, CA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 1 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Whitney Ranch?
The median home price in Whitney Ranch is $839,990. If you put a 20% down payment of $168,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,350 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $186K a year to afford the median home price in Whitney Ranch. The average household income in Whitney Ranch is $161K.
What are the best public schools in Whitney Ranch?
The best public schools that serve Whitney Ranch are:
- Valley View Elementary has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 21:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- Granite Oaks Middle has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 21:1 and an average review score of 4.5.
- Whitney High has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 22:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
What are the best private schools in Whitney Ranch?
The best private schools that serve Whitney Ranch are:
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Are home prices dropping in Whitney Ranch?
Yes, home prices in Whitney Ranch are down 6% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Whitney Ranch, CA
On average, homes in Whitney Ranch, Rocklin sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Whitney Ranch, Rocklin over the last 12 months is $845,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$845,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$830,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$271,943
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$332
Number of Homes for Sale
95
Last 12 months Home Sales
127
Median List Price
$839,990
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-6%
