Why Live in Pico-Lowell
Pico-Lowell, located just blocks from Santa Ana’s downtown, is a walkable neighborhood known for its vibrant community and creative spirit. The streets are adorned with healthy, colorful plants, short palm trees, and vibrant rose bushes, while mature, leafy trees provide ample shade. The neighborhood features a diverse collection of single-level homes, primarily in cottage or bungalow styles, some of which are fixer-uppers. Ornate iron fencing and landscaped gardens are common, and backyards often include ADUs or greenspace. Condos and townhouses are available in the northwest section. Students in Pico-Lowell attend Heroes Elementary, Willard Intermediate, and Santa Ana High School, the latter offering unique academic and artistic programs.
Local attractions include Angels Community Park, with its mural-covered basketball courts and colorful playground, and Birch Park, home to the Santa Ana Senior Center and outdoor exercise equipment. The Frida Cinema, a few blocks east, offers an eclectic film calendar and sponsors outdoor movie events in Birch Park. Dining options are plentiful, with 4th Street Market featuring inventive fusion restaurants like Mix n’ Bowl, and Chapter One offering a social dining scene in a former bookstore. La Super Birria is a neighborhood favorite known for its savory Mexican dishes. Grocery shopping is convenient with the Santa Ana Food Market and Food4Less nearby. Pico-Lowell’s creative atmosphere and community-focused amenities make it a lively place to live.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Pico-Lowell a good place to live?
Pico-Lowell is a good place to live. Pico-Lowell is considered fairly walkable and bikeable with good transit options. Pico-Lowell is an urban core neighborhood. Pico-Lowell has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 47.9 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $71,887 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 10% of residents. A majority of residents in Pico-Lowell are renters, with 80.7% of residents renting and 19.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Pico-Lowell can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Pico-Lowell neighborhood guide.
Is Pico-Lowell, CA a safe neighborhood?
Pico-Lowell, CA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Pico-Lowell?
The median home price in Pico-Lowell is $219,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $44,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,140 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $49K a year to afford the median home price in Pico-Lowell. The average household income in Pico-Lowell is $72K.
What are the best public schools in Pico-Lowell?
The best public schools that serve Pico-Lowell are:
What are the best private schools in Pico-Lowell?
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Are home prices dropping in Pico-Lowell?
Yes, home prices in Pico-Lowell are down 37% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Pico-Lowell, CA
On average, homes in Pico-Lowell, Santa Ana sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Pico-Lowell, Santa Ana over the last 12 months is $215,000, down 39% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$215,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$215,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$136
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
125
Median List Price
$219,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-39%