Why Live in Junior College
Junior College is a leafy, urban-suburban neighborhood in Santa Rosa, known for its vintage homes and community-oriented atmosphere. The area is named after Santa Rosa Junior College, one of California's oldest community colleges, featuring a 100-acre campus with ivy-covered buildings, a planetarium, and a student-run café. The neighborhood is popular with academics, students, and families, and is bordered by US 101, just east of downtown. Homes here range from Queen Annes and Craftsman bungalows to midcentury ranch styles, with sizes from 900 to 4,800 square feet. The Junior College Neighborhood Association promotes social justice and inclusion through various community activities. The area has a crime rate lower than the national average, contributing to its appeal. Local attractions include small parks like Humboldt Park and North Park, and a variety of dining options along Mendocino Avenue, such as Hang Ah Dim Sum and Bird & The Bottle. Grocery needs are met by nearby Trader Joe’s, Whole Foods, and Safeway. Santa Rosa High School, which has a high rating, serves the area. The neighborhood is well-connected with multiple Santa Rosa CityBus stops and is 55 miles from San Francisco via US 101.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Junior College a good place to live?
Junior College is a good place to live. Junior College is considered fairly walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Junior College is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Junior College has 7 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 9.3 people per acre and a median age of 43. The average household income is $116,911 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 39.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Junior College are renters, with 60.5% of residents renting and 39.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Junior College can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Junior College neighborhood guide.
Is Junior College, CA a safe neighborhood?
Junior College, 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 Junior College?
The median home price in Junior College is $732,500. If you put a 20% down payment of $146,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.15%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,570 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $153K a year to afford the median home price in Junior College. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Junior College is $117K.
What are the best public schools in Junior College?
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Home Trends in Junior College, CA
On average, homes in Junior College, Santa Rosa sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Junior College, Santa Rosa over the last 12 months is $722,500, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$722,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$727,500
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$805,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$750,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$562
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
52
Median List Price
$732,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%