Why Live in Middle Rincon
Middle Rincon in Santa Rosa is a family-friendly neighborhood known for its highly rated public schools within the Rincon Valley Unified district, including Austin Creek Elementary, Rincon Valley Middle, and Maria Carrillo High. The area features a mix of housing styles, from single-level Ranch-style homes to modern farmhouse designs, with many homes dating from the late 1960s to the 1990s. Residential streets are often cul-de-sacs, providing a quiet, community-oriented atmosphere. Middle Rincon offers a variety of attractions, including the 320-acre Spring Lake Park, which has boating, swimming, and multi-use trails, and the 152-acre Howarth Park, known for its children's play areas and Lake Ralphine. The neighborhood also boasts convenient shopping options like Oliver’s Market, Safeway, and Whole Foods, as well as dining spots such as Los Molcajetes Bar & Grill and Rincon Valley Tap Room & Bottle Shop. For those interested in wine, scenic wineries are just 8 miles away in Kenwood. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, providing peace of mind for residents. Commuting is convenient with downtown Santa Rosa only 5 miles away and San Francisco about 60 miles south. The Sonoma County Airport is 12 miles away for domestic travel, and the Sonoma County Airport Express shuttle offers easy access to San Francisco Airport for international flights.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Middle Rincon a good place to live?
Middle Rincon is a good place to live. Middle Rincon is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Middle Rincon is a neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. It has a median age of 47. The average household income is $83,233 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 28.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Middle Rincon are home owners, with 36.4% of residents renting and 63.6% of residents owning their home. A
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Is Middle Rincon, CA a safe neighborhood?
Middle Rincon, CA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Middle Rincon?
The median home price in Middle Rincon is $825,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $165,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $4,270 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $183K a year to afford the median home price in Middle Rincon. The average household income in Middle Rincon is $83K.
What are the best public schools in Middle Rincon?
The best public schools that serve Middle Rincon are:
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Home Trends in Middle Rincon, CA
On average, homes in Middle Rincon, Santa Rosa sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Middle Rincon, Santa Rosa over the last 12 months is $798,250, up 107% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$798,250
Median Single Family Sale Price
$798,250
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$280
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Last 12 months Home Sales
5
Median List Price
$825,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
107%