Kelseyville, CA
Is Finley a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Kelseyville, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe10
Medium5
Low11
Other52
29 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape4
Child involved22
Assault5
Other4
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, fire prevention personnel are conducting a follow-up visit related to a prior incident at a location on Fairway Drive in Kelseyville. | Fairway Dr, Kelseyville, CA 95451 | Fire |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical call for a female with possible allergic reaction near Soda Bay Road at Quail Landing Mobile Home Park. | Soda Bay Rd Spc B6, Kelseyville, CA 95451 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical call was dispatched for a fall near Soda Bay Road across from Cypress Avenue in the Lakeport area. | Soda Bay Rd, Kelseyville, CA 95451 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a 911 open line from near Antler Hill Drive across from a location called Wildcat. Callers reported a possible domestic disturbance, with a man and woman yelling at each other in Spanish. Deputies were sent to check the situation after there was no answer on callback. | Antler Hill Dr, Kelseyville, CA 95451 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 14, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic reports a vehicle reportedly struck a deer on highway 29 near Live Oak Drive, with the animal still in the roadway. | CA-29 & Live Oak Dr, Kelseyville, CA 95451 | Traffic |
| Jul 10, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical alarm for a possible fall was reported near Soda Bay Road, space (number withheld), across from Montezuma Way. Units Engine 5661 and Medic 5511 dispatched. | Soda Bay Rd Spc T12, Kelseyville, CA 95451 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 10, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a reported traffic collision involving a white pickup truck that went into a ditch near Gaddy Lane and Wendy Lake Road in Kelseyville. One vehicle was off the roadway blocking one lane, with no apparent damage and no reported injuries, and responding units were later canceled after highway patrol arrived. | Gaddy Ln & Wendy Ln, Kelseyville, CA 95451 | Traffic |
| Jul 10, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, emergency crews responded to a public lift assist at a location on Gaddy Lane near State Street in Kelseyville. | Gaddy Ln, Kelseyville, CA 95451 | Public Assist / Lift Assist |
| Jul 10, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatchers received a request for a welfare check on a 73-year-old man who has not been heard from in some time at a residence near Bel Air Drive East in Kelseyville. The caller reported the man’s phone is now disconnected and that he may be driving one of several vehicles. Multiple units responded to the call. | Bel Air Dr E, Kelseyville, CA 95451 | Missing Person |
| Jul 10, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, there was a medical call for chest pain near Riviera Heights Drive and Marina View Drive. Emergency services were dispatched on Lake Red 0154. | Riviera Heights Dr, Kelseyville, CA 95451 | Medical Emergency |
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Median Home Price
$469,601
Average Rent
$1,676
Vacancy Rate
9.2%
Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Finley is a rural neighborhood in Kelseyville, California, with a median home price of $469,601, making it more affordable than most California neighborhoods.
The community features mostly medium to small single-family and mobile homes, with a majority owner occupancy and moderate vacancy rate of 9.2%.
Finley stands out for its exceptionally high proportion of residents employed in farming, forestry, or fishing, more than 99% of U.S. neighborhoods.
The neighborhood has a diverse population with notable Mexican and Portuguese ancestries, and a significant foreign-born population.
RuralFarming CommunityOwner OccupiedDiverse Ancestry
Quick Facts
| Farming Occupation Share | Very High |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Finley's housing market consists mainly of owner-occupied single-family and mobile homes built mostly between 1970 and 1999.
| Owner Occupied Rate | High |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Medium to small single-family and mobile homes |
| Built 1970-1999 | Most residences |
What buyers will notice right away
Unique high concentration of farming-related occupations.
Vacancy rate near the national median, indicating stable occupancy.
Families & Lifestyle
Finley has a workforce dominated by manufacturing, labor, and sales occupations, with a significant portion of residents living below the poverty line.
The neighborhood's strong labor and sales workforce reflects its working-class character.
Higher child poverty rate indicates economic challenges for families.
Farming Community — Among the top 1% of U.S. neighborhoods for farming-related occupations.
Diverse Ancestry — Notable Mexican and Portuguese ancestries with a significant foreign-born population (17.9%).
| Manufacturing & Laborer Occupations | 35.2% |
|---|---|
| Sales & Service Occupations | 27.3% |
| Executive, Management & Professional Occupations | 16.7% |
| Child Poverty Rate | 29.6% |
Demographics
| Income Level | Lower-middle income |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 29.6% |
| Top Languages | ["English (60.7%)","Spanish (38.5%)"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Mexican (44.7%)","German (16.4%)","Irish (12.4%)","Italian (7.5%)","English (5.3%)","Portuguese (2.4%)","Native American (1.9%)"] |
Commute
Most residents drive alone or carpool, with commute times mostly between 30 and 45 minutes.
Finley residents typically have moderate-length commutes with a majority driving alone.
Moderate Commutes — 27.5% commute 30-45 minutes, with some longer commutes over an hour.
Car Ownership — High drive alone rate reflects reliance on private vehicles.
| Main Commute Time | 30-45 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 67.1% |
| Carpool Rate | 14.4% |
Homes for sale near 95451
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is unique about Finley's workforce?
It has one of the highest proportions of farmers, foresters, or fishers in the U.S.
How affordable is housing in Finley?
Median home price is $469,601, less expensive than 85.3% of California neighborhoods.