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Rancho Estates Home for Sale

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    $649,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,274 Sq Ft

    509 Dena Way, Santa Maria, CA 93454

    Welcome to 509 Dena Way, nestled on a quiet street in desirable Northeast Santa Maria. This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers the perfect blend of comfort, character, and convenience. Inside, you'll find updated energy-efficient windows, a spacious kitchen, a cozy wood-burning fireplace, and beautiful original hardwood flooring in select areas. The light-filled interior features warm,

    Paul Rodriguez eXp Realty of California, Inc.

    509 Dena Way, Santa Maria, CA 93454

Why Live in Rancho Estates

Rancho Estates in Santa Maria is a residential neighborhood of single-family homes, including midcentury ranch-style and Spanish-inspired properties built from the 1950s through the 1980s. Homes typically feature shingle roofs, stucco or vinyl exteriors and well-kept gardens. Some include enclosed backyards and veranda-covered patios. The neighborhood has wide streets lined by sidewalks and streetlamps, with palm and bishop pine trees providing shade. Residents have convenient access to outdoor spaces such as the 3-acre Rice Park, which offers a playground, softball field and picnic tables, and Jim May Park, known for its lake and walking paths. Indoor recreation options include the Santa Barbara Public Library and Rancho Bowl. Shopping options include Mercado Y Carniceria La Mia and the North Broadway Plaza Shopping Center. Nearby restaurants range from La Picosita Restaurant to Shaw’s Steakhouse. Rancho Estates offers strong regional connectivity via U.S. Route 101 and California State Route 135, providing access to downtown Santa Maria and nearby cities. Santa Maria Regional Transit buses serve the area, and bike lanes are available on East Donovan Road. The neighborhood is zoned for the Santa Maria-Bonita School District for elementary and middle schools and the Santa Maria Joint Union High School District for high school, including Pioneer Valley High School.

Rancho Estates Home Prices vs. Nearby Santa Maria, CA Neighborhoods

Rancho Estates Northwest Santa Maria Mid City Acres Northeast Santa Maria
Median Home Price
$632,500
$610,000
$549,900
$650,000
Median Sale Price
$632,000
-5% YoY
$615,000
+9% YoY
$549,950
-7% YoY
$642,500
-2% YoY
Median Single Family Price
$637,500
$620,000
$625,000
$694,999
Total Active Listings
2 listings
18 listings
0 listings
25 listings
Market Conditions
2 Months of Supply
Seller's Market
2 Months of Supply
Seller's Market
0 Months of Supply
Seller's Market
3 Months of Supply
Seller's Market

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rancho Estates a good place to live?
Rancho Estates is a good place to live. Rancho Estates is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with minimal transit options. It is sparse in population with 1.0 people per acre and a median age of 32. The average household income is $90,940 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 18.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Rancho Estates are home owners, with 29% of residents renting and 71% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Rancho Estates can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Rancho Estates neighborhood guide.
Is Rancho Estates, CA a safe neighborhood?
Rancho Estates, 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 Rancho Estates?
The median home price in Rancho Estates is $632,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $126,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.69%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,260 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $140K a year to afford the median home price in Rancho Estates. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Rancho Estates is $91K.
What are the best public schools in Rancho Estates?
The best public schools that serve Rancho Estates are:
What are the best private schools in Rancho Estates?
The best private schools that serve Rancho Estates are:
What are the most popular zip codes in Rancho Estates, Santa Maria, CA?
The most popular zip codes in Rancho Estates, Santa Maria, CA include 93454, 93458, 93455, 93444 and 93434.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Rancho Estates, Santa Maria, CA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Rancho Estates, Santa Maria, CA are Northwest Santa Maria, Northeast Santa Maria, Rosemary-Garey, Santa Maria West and Santa Maria East.
Are home prices dropping in Rancho Estates?
Yes, home prices in Rancho Estates are down 6% in the last 12 months.
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