Frequently Asked Questions
Is Westwood a good place to live?
Westwood is a good place to live. Westwood is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Westwood has 2 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 6.3 people per acre and a median age of 42. The average household income is $64,029 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 9.2% of residents. A majority of residents in Westwood are home owners, with 32% of residents renting and 68% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Westwood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Westwood neighborhood guide.
Is Westwood, CA a safe neighborhood?
Westwood, 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 Westwood?
The median home price in Westwood is $322,450. If you put a 20% down payment of $64,500 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.81%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,680 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $72K a year to afford the median home price in Westwood. The average household income in Westwood is $64K.
What are the best public schools in Westwood?
The best public schools that serve Westwood are:
- Shasta High School has an A Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 21:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- Bonny View Elementary School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 22:1 and an average review score of 4.6.
- Sequoia Middle School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 13:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
What are the best private schools in Westwood?
The best private schools that serve Westwood are:
- Shasta Baptist Schools has a student teacher ratio of 8:1.
What are the most popular zip codes in Westwood, Redding, CA?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Westwood, Redding, CA?
The most popular neighborhoods near Westwood, Redding, CA are Branstetter, Girvan, Bonnyview, Country Heights and South Bechelli.
