Is Rancho Cordova South a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
Explore safety, home prices, commute patterns, and neighborhood insights in Rancho Cordova, CA - so you can decide with confidence before buying or renting.
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
20 Registered Offenders Nearby
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 crews responded to a two-vehicle collision with heavy damage near Sheldon Oaks Lane in Elk Grove. There were initially reports of two patients, with one possibly deceased. Command later reported one patient deceased, the second medic unit was canceled, and extrication was completed. | Sheldon Oaks Ln, Elk Grove, CA 95624 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a welfare check may involve a 67-year-old female who exited a black vehicle and was chased by two males through a parking lot near Sunrise Boulevard. | Sunrise Blvd, Rancho Cordova, CA 95742 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies responded near Herodian Dr in Rancho Cordova for a possible missing or endangered child after residents reported a girl might be inside a nearby home. A 10-year-old boy was found outside without parents present, saying his sister was supposed to be inside. Additional units were requested, and the mother was later contacted by video call to help locate and bring over an older, nonverbal daughter. | Herodian Dr, Rancho Cordova, CA | Missing Person |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, crews respond to a reported carbon monoxide alarm at an apartment on Waterman Road in Sacramento. Truck 50 is assigned to the call under Operations A3 in District 50. | Waterman Rd, Sacramento, CA 95829 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews respond to a reported carbon monoxide alarm at a residential unit near Waterman Road in Sacramento. | Waterman Rd, Sacramento, CA 95829 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a deputy is attending to a nonverbal autistic female child near Sunrise Boulevard and Herodian, in front of a location on Sunrise Boulevard. | Sunrise Blvd, Rancho Cordova, CA 95742 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, an officer reported being out with a pedestrian along westbound Highway 50 near the Sunrise Boulevard off-ramp, and the situation was reported as under control. | Sunrise Blvd, Rancho Cordova, CA 95742 | Suspicious Activity |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a black Chevrolet Silverado driving recklessly on westbound Highway 50 from the Sunrise Boulevard area toward Sacramento and West Sacramento. | Sunrise Blvd, Rancho Cordova, CA 95742 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, fire crews responded to a vegetation fire near a creek and bike trail by Bradshaw Road and Ogden Ranch Road in Sacramento County. The fire involved about one acre of oak grass woodland with a slow rate of spread, threatened nearby structures and fences, and burned under high-tension power lines. It was apparently contained between the creek and a walking path, with forward progress reported stopped. | Ogden Ranch Rd, Vineyard, CA 95829 | Wildfire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers investigated a suspicious vehicle on private property near the dead end by Mooney Road in Elk Grove. A male matching a prior description was seen walking around the vehicle before it drove away, and an officer followed it northbound on Moody Road. | Mooney Rd, Elk Grove, CA 95624 | Suspicious Activity |
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Nearby neighborhoods
Overview
Rancho Cordova South is a rural neighborhood in Rancho Cordova, CA, with a mix of owner and renter occupied homes.
Housing mainly consists of small to medium single-family homes and apartments built mostly between 1970 and 1999, with some older homes from 1940 to 1969.
Quick Facts
| Child Poverty Rate | 12.4% |
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Housing market and real estate character
Housing in Rancho Cordova South includes small to medium single-family homes and apartment complexes, with a mix of owners and renters.
| Vacancy Rate | 4.1% |
|---|---|
| Housing Type | Small to medium single-family homes and apartments |
| Housing Age | Built mainly between 1970 and 1999, some 1940-1969 |
| Tenure | Mixed owner and renter occupancy |
What buyers will notice right away
Families & Lifestyle
Rancho Cordova South is a moderate income neighborhood with a diverse cultural mix and a higher child poverty rate than average.
| Child Poverty Rate | 12.4% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Moderate |
Demographics
| Executive, Management, and Professional Occupations | 35.8% |
|---|---|
| Income Level | Moderate |
| Child Poverty Rate | 12.4% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 27.9% |
| Top Languages | ["English (57.1%)","Spanish","Russian (4.0%)"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["Mexican (22.6%)","Asian (18.3%)","Irish (7.9%)","German (5.8%)","English (4.8%)","Russian (4.7%)"] |
Commute
Most residents drive alone to work, with a notable portion carpooling. Commute times tend to be shorter than average.
Rancho Cordova South offers mostly car-based commuting with some carpooling and shorter commute times.
| Drive Alone Rate | 73.7% |
|---|---|
| Carpool Rate | 14.3% |
| Main Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in Rancho Cordova South?
The median home price is $477,654, less expensive than 85.1% of California neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is most common, with significant Spanish and Russian speaking populations.
What is the typical commute like?
Most residents drive alone with a commute time between 15 and 30 minutes.