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Lema Ranch

Lema Ranch

Neighborhood in Redding, California

Shasta County 96003

$411,241 Average Value
$265 Average Price per Sq Ft
1 Home For Sale

Suburbs neighboring nature trails and Mt. Shasta Mall

A working ranch until the 1950s, Lema Ranch today mostly consists of protected, sprawling natural space crisscrossed by trails. "Lema Ranch is a big, beautiful outdoor space with walking trails that anybody can use," says Realtor Dennis Morgan with Banner Real Estate, who's lived in Redding since the 1970s. With over 200 acres of public-use open space, this nature preserve takes up a large chunk of northeast Redding and houses the headquarters of the McConnell Foundation, a local nonprofit originally founded in 1964 dedicated to improving the city of Redding and the quality of life of those who live there. "The McConnell Foundation puts a lot into the city. They're one of the main investors in the recent downtown development, and they put so much into education and preservation," says Morgan. Most residents live in the Edgewood subdivision, which lies at the southwest corner of the neighborhood. They enjoy acres of natural space to one side and the city's main activity hubs to the other. Mt. Shasta Mall, the city's largest shopping center, is less than 2 miles west, and Downtown Redding is only 4 miles away, across the Sacramento River.

Suburban homes and rural lots

With natural space to the north and east, most of Lema Ranch's residential streets lie in the southwestern corner of the neighborhood, creating a little pocket of suburbia off of Old Alturas Road. Most homes here are in the Edgewood subdivision. Edgewood streets are wide and quiet, with little to no through traffic, and front lawns are shaded by large oaks and pines. The majority of houses have a driveway or garage, and some even have a pool in the backyard. The community's ranch-style homes and larger Prairie-style, Craftsman and midcentury modern designs range from $350,000 to $600,000. Outside of the Edgewood subdivision, just a little east, the feel is very different. Homes here has a much more rural feel, sitting on red dirt lots of half an acre or larger — some sit along Old Alturas Road, secluded by large trees, while others can be found down long country lanes. These homes range from $200,000 to $400,000.

Walking trails through Lema Ranch

Lema Ranch has 4 miles of walking trails that cover the 200-acre expanse of natural space. The dirt, gravel and paved trails traverse pastures of native grasses studded with manzanita shrubs, western white pines and valley oaks. These trails can be accessed from multiple points throughout the neighborhood. The McConnell Foundation's main building is right in the middle of this open space, on the banks of two large, manmade ponds. These manicured grounds are also open to the public. The foundation reserves the building's meeting spaces for local nonprofit organizations.

Enterprise or Columbia Elementary School District

Lema Ranch is on the line of two school districts. The neighborhood's southwest corner, about half of the Edgewood subdivision, is part of the Enterprise Elementary School District, rated a B-minus overall by Niche. Students in this area go to Mistletoe Elementary, graded a B, for kindergarten through eighth grade. The rest of the neighborhood is part of the Columbia Elementary School District, rated an overall A-minus. These students begin at Columbia Elementary and continue at Mountain View Middle, both graded a B-plus. The entire neighborhood is part of the Shasta Union High School District, rated an A overall. Students round out their education at Foothill High, graded an A-minus. Foothill students can engage with the school's career center to get volunteer opportunities with local organizations like Mercy Medical Center or Turtle Bay Exploration Area.

Retail and department shopping at Mt. Shasta Mall

Mt. Shasta Mall has all the shopping residents could need less than 2 miles from home. This indoor mall has dozens of fashion outlets and larger retailers like Macy's and JCPenney. The mall is part of a larger shopping complex with department stores like Target and Walmart and grocery stores like WinCo Foods. Trader Joe's and Sprouts Farmers Market offer more specialty foods. Plus, there are more stores throughout the plaza, like Home Depot, PetSmart, Best Buy and Dick's Sporting Goods. Shoppers can also grab a bite at fast-casual chains like In-N-Out Burger, or local chains like Theory Coffee Roaster and Roots Juice Bar. Roots has become a Redding favorite for their refreshing acai bowls, juices and smoothies like the Funky Monkey. Taqueria Dos Amigos is one of the center's local eateries, serving authentic Mexican cuisine.

Four-mile drive to Downtown Redding

Sacramento is the closest major city, about 160 miles south on Interstate 5, so most locals work in Downtown Redding or Hilltop. Downtown Redding is a 4-mile drive across the river on state Route 44. Along with two large hospitals, downtown has a growing business scene that's a part of the recent downtown development initiatives. Hilltop, the city's main industrial area, is less than 3 miles south of the neighborhood. Commuters who don't wish to drive can catch the bus less than a mile east at the intersection of Old Alturas Road and Shasta View Drive. For longer trips, Interstate 5 is 3 miles west of the neighborhood, and Redding Regional Airport is 8 miles south. Redding Regional flies to West Coast cities like San Francisco, Seattle and Los Angeles.

Wildfires around Redding

The dry climate and high summer temperatures, averaging around 100 degrees in July and August, can often fuel small brush fires in the mountains surrounding Redding. These can become large wildfires, like the 2018 Carr Fire, which burned many homes in west Redding. Lema Ranch is just 8 miles east of where the Carr Fire began. Fires this large aren't an everyday occurrence, but residents are still encouraged to prevent the threat and spread of wildfires by removing dry brush and combustible materials from the perimeter of homes. It's also crucial to have an established evacuation plan.

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Transit

Airport

Redding Regional

13 min drive

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Lema Ranch US
Homicide 2 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Demographics and Home Trends

Home Trends

Median Price (12 Mo)
$399,500
Median Single Family Price
$399,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$265
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
10
Months of Supply
1.20
Median List Price
$389,900
Median Discount From 1st List Price
-1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%

Home Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
336
Median Year Built
1988
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,610
Below the national average
1,936
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
919
Median Age
42
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
23.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
23.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$91,926
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$102,627

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.1%
College Graduates
27.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.3%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
38°F
Average Summer High Temperature
99°F
Annual Snowfall
1''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

14 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

3 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

16 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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