Glendale, California

Is Riverside Rancho a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe1091

Medium1063

Low1530

Other2648

55 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape7

Child involved38

Assault3

Other10

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime date	Crime description	Address	Crime category
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency services responded to a report of a dizzy person near North Maple Street, between Monterey Avenue and Pacific Avenue. The person was reported outside.	N Maple St, Burbank, CA 91505	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid dispatched for a sick person near South Adams Street and Scarborough Drive.	S Adams St, Glendale, CA 91205	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers reported that a suspect was in custody at a location on Auburn Street in Los Angeles, and other responding units were canceled.	Auburn St, Los Angeles, CA 90039	Other Incidents
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a possible hot-prowl burglary at a home near Keswick Street in Sun Valley, with the reporting party hearing a suspect moving inside a first-floor bedroom. Units responded code three, requested an air unit, and later indicated a suspect in custody related to the Keswick incidents.	Keswick St, Sun Valley, CA 91352	Break-In
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers respond to a report of a possible suspicious man at a hotel on Ventura Boulevard in Studio City. The subject is described as a white male wearing black clothing, with no further details or direction of travel known.	Ventura Blvd, Studio City, CA 91604	Suspicious Person
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports an apparent assault suspect, described as an adult man wearing a tank top and blue jeans, possibly still in the area near Keswick Street and a neighboring residence. Units are responding with a code two response.	Keswick St, Sun Valley, CA 91352	Assault Report
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a traffic collision near a hotel on South San Fernando Boulevard involving three vehicles, including a white Toyota Prius, that are blocking traffic. Units initially reported the call clear but continued handling the incident.	S San Fernando Blvd, Burbank, CA 91502	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check was called for a female possibly passed out on the sidewalk near Burbank and Keystone, wearing a red shirt. The dispatch was later canceled.	N Keystone St & Burbank Blvd, Burbank, CA 91506	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, units responded to a possible allergic reaction near West Lakeside Drive at the Smokehouse Lobby by Olive Avenue and Rose Street.	Lakeside Dr, Burbank, CA 91505	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, engine 11 is dispatched to a reported traffic collision near a hotel on South San Fernando Boulevard, where police are already on scene.	S San Fernando Blvd, Burbank, CA 91502	Traffic

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Median Home Price

$1,274,778

Average Rent

$3,120

Vacancy Rate

14.2%

Nearby neighborhoods

Overview

Riverside Rancho is an urban neighborhood in Glendale, CA, known for its mix of small to medium single-family homes and apartment complexes. Most residences were built between 1940 and 1969, with some older homes as well.

The neighborhood has a high vacancy rate of 14.2%, indicating many homes or apartments may be empty. It features a diverse population with notable Armenian and Russian ancestries and a significant Tagalog-speaking community.

UrbanDiverse LanguagesModerate IncomeOlder Homes

Quick Facts

Armenian Ancestry	8.4%

Housing market and real estate character

Riverside Rancho's housing stock consists mainly of small to medium single-family homes and apartment complexes, with a majority renter occupancy.

Renter Occupied	Majority
Housing Age	Most built 1940-1969
Housing Type Mix	Small to medium single-family homes and apartments

What buyers will notice right away

Most homes were built between 1940 and 1969, reflecting a well-established neighborhood.

Vacancy is above average, which may indicate weaker demand or new housing not yet occupied.

Families & Lifestyle

Riverside Rancho is a moderate income neighborhood with a diverse cultural mix and a significant portion of children living below the poverty line.

Diverse Occupations — Residents work in executive, sales, clerical, and manufacturing jobs, shaping a varied community character.

Childhood Poverty Rate	16.3%
Executive/Professional Employment	39.6%

Demographics

Executive/Professional Share	39.6%
Middle Income	Higher income than 52.9% of U.S. neighborhoods
Child Poverty Rate	16.3%
Armenian Ancestry	8.4%
Russian Ancestry	3.4%
Tagalog Speakers	6.1%
Foreign Born	42.7%

Commute

Most residents have short commutes, with many driving alone or carpooling to work.

Riverside Rancho offers convenient, short commutes for many residents, supporting a balanced urban lifestyle.

Short Commutes — Over a third of residents spend under 15 minutes commuting.

Car-Dependent — Most residents drive alone or carpool, reflecting typical suburban transit patterns.

Commute Time Under 15 Minutes	35.5%
Drive Alone Rate	58.9%
Carpool Rate	12.8%

Homes for sale near 91201

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$1,789,000

4 bd | 3 ba | 2,576 sqft

1508 Winchester Ave

Glendale, CA, 91201