2018 Best Places to Buy a House in CaliforniaAbout this List

Westlake

• Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA
• 2

Current Resident: Westlake is a great area that is safe, quiet, and has very easy access to downtown and the airport. The area is still developing so there will be growth in the future. It is on the edge of Sacramento, with trails directly adjacent.
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• B-

• A-

• 3,397 Population

Village 7

• Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA
• 8

Niche User: There is a lot of farm land near this area. Elkhorn road separates the residence are and the farm land. Which means it can get really windy because the area is open. In the summer, it's a good thing so that when the temperature gets to 90 degrees it wont't be too hot because of the wind. I like this area better than where we used to live before. It was really crowded and noisy because of the elementary school. This area much better. It's more open and streets are wide too. It's peaceful.
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• B-

• B+

• 7,293 Population

River Park

• Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA
• 1

Current Resident: I love River park :) it's a friendly and homey neighborhood where everyone is involved. Our street had annual block parties and we even have a cleanup day at the river where the whole community comes out to help clean up our river.
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• B+

• B+

• 3,720 Population

Natomas Park

• Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA
• 32

Current Resident: Natomas Park is an absolutely beautiful place to live. With numerous schools, parks , bike paths, shopping centers, and even a community college, it is one of the most beautiful places to live. Just fifteen minutes south is downtown Sacramento and the new Golden 1 arena, home of the Sacramento Kings. Fifteen minutes north is Sacramento airport and Sacramento River. The community itself houses people of every ethnicity! We are a very warm and welcoming community! It retains the true feel of Sacramento living without any of the rush associated with big city life.
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• B+

• 19,816 Population

Via de la Valle

• Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

• A+

• A+

• B+

• 2,764 Population

Rincon Hill

• Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA

• A+

• A-

• B+

• 6,250 Population

Sabre Springs

• Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
• 13

Former Resident: First neighborhood I lived in after moving from Minnesota! It is an absolutely beautiful area! There are trees lining a majority of the streets, the neighborhoods are safe and filled with beautiful homes and condominiums. It is in a great location and easy to get to Poway, Rancho Penasquitos, Carmel Mountain area, Rancho Bernardo etc.
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• 14,509 Population

China Lake Acres

• Town in California

• B

• B+

• B+

• 2,090 Population

Miramar Ranch North

• Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
• 22

Parent: Scripps Ranch community provides easy access to shopping and a safe environment where you will find many residents taking walks and enjoying the wonderful weather and location.
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• A

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• 20,009 Population

Torrey Highlands

• Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
• 13

Current Resident: Just your average 'burb. Good schools, right next to Westview High School, lots of families, but kind of far from the real fun in Downtown or even just La Jolla. But very accessible because the 56 Highway is right there.
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• 22,008 Population

Dogpatch

• Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA

• A+

• A-

• B+

• 2,082 Population

Del Mar Mesa

• Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

• A+

• A+

• B+

• 19,719 Population

Village 12

• Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA

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• B-

• B+

• 7,072 Population

Creekside

• Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA

• B+

• B-

• B+

• 7,270 Population

Imperial

• Town in California
• 40

Current Resident: It's a nice little town where everyone knows everyone and most people are always willing to help out a neighbor. Imperial has an amazing high school and great elementary schools. There are rarely any crimes and it's a great place to raise a family. New houses are always being built and there are some very nice parks for kids. Houses are affordable and there are plenty of apartment complexes for lower income families. I would say there is a good amount of diversity and this is a place where people of different race, religion, and sexuality can live in comfort. You can find necessities easily as stores and schools are relatively close together. There are good job opportunities here and new businesses open up every year.
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• B

• B

• 16,583 Population

Rancho Penasquitos

• Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
• 71

Current Resident: This neighborhood is safe and clean. One thing I enjoy is that it is in a good location; the schools are excellent and there are preserves and the beach close by. There are shops and restaurants just down the street. However, one thing I dislike is the fact that it is growing louder and much busier. I understand that in California, especially in San Diego, this is inevitable. That is one of the things that makes me not want to settle down here myself, later on.
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• B

• 60,982 Population

Pacific Highlands Ranch

• Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
• 3

Niche User: I live in a very wonderful area and I have access to everything I need. It's a fairly wealthy and very clean area. The only aspect of this area that I do not like is how superficial some people are; there are a lot of plastic surgeons who get lots of business around here and it is a little off-putting how fake people's bodies are and sometimes their personality matches that superficiality.
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• 10,694 Population

Central Waterfront

• Neighborhood in San Francisco, CA

• A+

• A-

• B

• 2,342 Population

Natomas Creek

• Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA
• 8

Current Resident: It is a good place for families to live. Although this part of town does not have active culture scenes, you're only 10 minutes away from downtown and midtown and also, 5 minutes away from SAC airport. Conveniently located. Housing price is about average but the school district is not great.
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• B-

• B

• 4,415 Population

Gold River

• Suburb of Sacramento, CA
• 45

Current Resident: Gold River is a great place for families and a great place to spend time. There are many places to eat and quite a bit of things to do, being able to walk to everything is helpful and allows for some good exercise too. The school is very close to all homes as well as Gold River Racquet Club, which isa great place to get to know others, play tennis, swim, workout, and do other club activities. Having everything so close to you like food and entertainment is something many many small suburbs do not offer, but Gold River sets themselves apart from the rest.
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• B

• 7,652 Population

Seal Beach

• Suburb of Los Angeles, CA
• 38

Current Resident: Seal Beach is a small, quaint city on the border of Orange County and Los Angeles, and it is my absolute favorite place to live thus far! The people here are incredibly friendly and inviting, the Main Street restaurants and shops are local and crime is almost non-existent. There are several delicious restaurants to try on Main Street Seal Beach as well as off of Pacific Coast Highway. I always feel so welcomed and happy no matter where I step foot in this city. In addition, there are many families that live here, which makes it a wonderful place to raise kids. I would like to see more community events throughout the year. I think that adding more events in Seal Beach would bring us all closer together. Other than that, this city should be more on the map! It's been life changing living here, and I cannot wait to see how Seal Beach grows!
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• B

• 24,510 Population

Ridgecrest

• Town in California
• 56

Current Resident: I have lived in Ridgecrest for as long as I can remember. Ridgecrest gave me some of my best memories and best friends that I could ask for. This little town holds a special place in my heart as my grandparents practically built this town. My grandpa was a huge contributor to building up our Naval base which is pretty awesome. Growing up, I never saw a problem with Ridgecrest, I went to great schools, I made great friends and I was always close to my huge family. Now that I am older, the town has changed and has become a bit more dangerous than I remember it. The crime rates have sky rocketed, as I woman I no longer feel safe going places by myself. Ridgecrest will always be my home town and hold a special place in my heart, but I am very excited to move and experience a new place.
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• B+

• B

• 28,604 Population

Gateway West

• Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA
• 13

Niche User: I used to live in South San Francisco and it was very tight and crowded. It made me just a tiny bit anxious. In the area where I currently live, there is much more open space for me to see and take in. The place calms down my nerves and lets me unwind feel very free.
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• B

• 9,337 Population

Carmel Mountain Ranch

• Neighborhood in San Diego, CA
• 12

Current Resident: I have lived in Carmel Mountain Ranch my entire life. The community is very tight-knit, especially during the holidays. For example, Christmas light shows and street festivals are well-known. Also, the CMR plaza has everything regarding shops. There are grocery and clothing easily accessible. These stores also allow for job opportunities for everyone, including teen-friendly jobs. What could be improved, however, is the street lighting and conditions. There are certain roads that are in need of redoing and residential streets that could use more lights for night driving.
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• 14,808 Population

Black Mountain Ranch

• Neighborhood in San Diego, CA

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• B

• 35,971 Population