Why Live in Harden Ranch
Harden Ranch in Salinas offers a suburban lifestyle with a strong sense of community, featuring parks, schools, and shopping options. Residents enjoy walkability, with El Dorado Park and North Salinas High School easily accessible. The neighborhood is conveniently located near Northridge Mall, the only major shopping center in Salinas, and less than a mile from Route 101, providing quick access to the Bay Area. Homes in Harden Ranch range from large Mediterranean-inspired houses to mid-sized Craftsman and smaller ranch-style homes, built mainly in the late 1990s and early 2000s. Streets often end in cul-de-sacs, and sidewalks make it easy to navigate on foot. Harden Ranch Plaza offers shopping with stores like Safeway, Target, Marshall’s, and Macy’s, while Northridge Mall includes a bowling alley and movie theatre. Dining options feature local favorites like Arigato Sushi and Crab Bucket, as well as national chains such as Olive Garden and Habit Burger & Grill. El Dorado Park, the largest park in the area, provides community grills, basketball courts, softball fields, tennis courts, and a playground. McKinnon Neighborhood Park offers walking paths and green space. The neighborhood is also close to the Salinas Sports Complex, which hosts various events. Public transportation is available through Monterey-Salinas Transit bus routes, and residents can easily travel to San Jose or the Bay Area via Route 101 or reach Monterey in less than 30 minutes via Highway 1.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Harden Ranch a good place to live?
Harden Ranch is a good place to live. Harden Ranch is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Harden Ranch is a neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Harden Ranch has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 17.5 people per acre and a median age of 34. The average household income is $114,441 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 17.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Harden Ranch are home owners, with 46.4% of residents renting and 53.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Harden Ranch can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Harden Ranch neighborhood guide.
Is Harden Ranch, CA a safe neighborhood?
Harden Ranch, CA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Harden Ranch?
The median home price in Harden Ranch is $399,999. If you put a 20% down payment of $80,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,070 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $89K a year to afford the median home price in Harden Ranch. The average household income in Harden Ranch is $114K.
What are the best public schools in Harden Ranch?
The best public schools that serve Harden Ranch are:
What are the best private schools in Harden Ranch?
The best private schools that serve Harden Ranch are:
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Are home prices dropping in Harden Ranch?
Yes, home prices in Harden Ranch are down 2% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Harden Ranch, CA
On average, homes in Harden Ranch, Salinas sell after 77 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Harden Ranch, Salinas over the last 12 months is $350,000, down 11% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$350,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$389,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$675,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$161,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$250
Number of Homes for Sale
16
Last 12 months Home Sales
75
Median List Price
$399,999
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-11%