Explore Rancho Estates
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.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Rancho Estates?
The median home price in Rancho Estates is $635,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $127,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.95%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,360 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $144K 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:
- Pioneer Valley High School has a B- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 22:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- Kunst (Tommie) Junior High School has a C Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 18:1 and an average review score of 1.0.
- Fesler (Isaac) Junior High School has a C- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 20:1 and an average review score of 3.1.
What are the best private schools in Rancho Estates?
The best private schools that serve Rancho Estates are:
- St. Mary of the Assumption School has a student teacher ratio of 19:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Rancho Estates, Santa Maria, CA?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Rancho Estates, Santa Maria, CA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Rancho Estates, Santa Maria, CA are Northeast Santa Maria, Northwest Santa Maria, Rosemary-Garey, Santa Maria East and Santa Maria West.
Are home prices dropping in Rancho Estates?
Yes, home prices in Rancho Estates are down 4% in the last 12 months.
