Why Live in Donovan Park
Donovan Park in Santa Maria, California, offers affordable downtown living just a couple of miles from central Santa Maria. Residents enjoy outdoor spaces like Jim May Park, with its lakeside trail and barbecue pits, and Preisker Park, known for its disc golf course. Tunnell Park, two miles east, features baseball fields and basketball courts, while Pismo Beach is 17 miles away for beach outings. The neighborhood features ranch-style homes with Spanish architectural influences, such as red-tile roofs and stucco walls, on small lots with driveways and two-car garages.
Families are drawn to the Santa Maria-Bonita School District, which provides multilingual programs and support for children with disabilities. Pioneer Valley High School is recognized for its strong CTE pathways. Dining options include Santa Maria-style barbecue at The Swiss Restaurant and Bar and authentic Mexican cuisine at La Picosita. The nearby Santa Maria Town Center offers shopping at retailers like Macy’s and Foot Locker. Grocery needs are met by Vons supermarket and Wal-Mart’s Neighborhood Market.
Annual events like the Santa Maria Elks Rodeo and Parade and the “Christmas in the Country” lights experience add to the community spirit. Highway 101 provides access to surrounding neighborhoods, and the Santa Maria Regional Transit bus system serves the area. Medical services are available at Dignity Health's Marian Regional Medical Center, 2 miles away, and the Santa Maria Public Airport, 6 miles south, offers regional flights.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Donovan Park a good place to live?
Donovan Park is a good place to live. Donovan Park is considered fairly walkable and bikeable. Donovan Park has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 22.3 people per acre and a median age of 28. The average household income is $75,802 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 5.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Donovan Park are renters, with 64% of residents renting and 36% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Donovan Park can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Donovan Park neighborhood guide.
Is Donovan Park, CA a safe neighborhood?
Donovan Park, 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 Donovan Park?
The median home price in Donovan Park is $309,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $61,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.21%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,520 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $65K a year to afford the median home price in Donovan Park. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Donovan Park is $76K.
What are the best public schools in Donovan Park?
The best public schools that serve Donovan Park are:
What are the best private schools in Donovan Park?
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Are home prices dropping in Donovan Park?
Yes, home prices in Donovan Park are down 5% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Donovan Park, CA
On average, homes in Donovan Park, Santa Maria sell after 19 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Donovan Park, Santa Maria over the last 12 months is $289,000, down 27% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$289,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$610,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$239,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$319
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
3
Median List Price
$309,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-27%