Santa Rosa Neighborhood
Is Santa Rosa, CA (Fountaingrove) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe27
Medium29
Low51
Other159
28 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape4
Child involved22
Assault5
Other3
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, a public assist was requested for a fall near Garden Lane. The location may involve the area around a residential address near Garden Lane. | Garden Ln, Sebastopol, CA 95472 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid was dispatched near Walton Avenue in Sebastopol. A patient with altered condition was reported near Sycamore. Units included Station 83/80 and Medic 540. | Wilton Ave, Sebastopol, CA 95472 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on Virginia Avenue for a vehicle with an apparently expired registration. Records indicated a pending master file associated with the vehicle. | Virginia Ave, Sebastopol, CA 95472 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, deputies conducted a traffic stop on a camper with no license plate near First Street and Church Street in Occidental. The situation was reported as under control. | First St & Church St, Occidental, CA 95472 | Traffic |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch received a priority 911 call from a person near Lake Hills Circle in Sebastopol who then hung up after saying everything was okay, while yelling could be heard in the background. The call involves a possible ongoing domestic dispute with a prior history of 911 hang-up activity at that location. | W Hills Cir, Sebastopol, CA 95472 | Domestic Dispute |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, radio traffic indicates a vehicle was reported on fire near the Barlow area by McKinley Street in Sebastopol. Units were redirected from a medical aid, and it was later confirmed that the vehicle was actively on fire with fire department crews on scene. No damage to nearby businesses was reported and one subject was reportedly trespassed. | McKinley St, Sebastopol, CA 95472 | Fire |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid dispatched for a fall victim bleeding from the head near Gravenstein Highway North at Casa Covert Lane and Hurlbut Avenue. The person is awake. | Gravenstein Hwy N, Sebastopol, CA 95472 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical aid call was reported for a fall near Sebastopol Harbor Center, close to Highway 116 North in Sebastopol. A medic unit was dispatched. | CA-116, Sebastopol, CA 95472 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a white vehicle with a person asleep behind the wheel was reported on North Main Street near Bodega Avenue. The vehicle was seen westbound on Bodega and North Main. No further details are available. | N Main St & Bodega Ave, Sebastopol, CA 95472 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, officers conducted a traffic stop on a gold Toyota Camry near Johnson Street in Sebastopol. The vehicle had California plates, and the officer later confirmed being code 4 while remaining out with one person. | Johnson St, Sebastopol, CA 95472 | Traffic |
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Median Home Price
$972,218
Average Rent
$3,979
Vacancy Rate
0.9%
Nearby neighborhoods
- Bodega Bay, CA
- Healdsburg, CA (Vintage Hills / Venado)
- Occidental, CA
- Santa Rosa, CA (Crane Canyon Rd / Inverness Ave)
- Santa Rosa, CA (Fountaingrove East / Scenic Brush Creek)
- Santa Rosa, CA (Memorial Hospital Neighborhood / Montgomery Village)
- Santa Rosa, CA (SOS)
- Santa Rosa, CA (Skyhawk Commmunity / Riebli-Wallace Neighborhood Group)
- Valley Ford, CA
Overview
Fountaingrove is a rural neighborhood in Santa Rosa, CA, with a median home price of $972,218, moderately expensive compared to other California neighborhoods.
The housing stock includes mostly newer homes built since 2000 and some from 1970-1999, with a very low vacancy rate of 0.9%.
This neighborhood is peaceful and retiree-friendly, with very low child poverty and a diverse population.
RuralNewer HomesTight Housing SupplyRetiree-Friendly
Quick Facts
| Neighborhood Type | Rural |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Fountaingrove's housing consists mainly of small to medium apartments and single-family homes, mostly owner occupied.
| Owner Occupied Rate | |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Mostly built 2000 or later, some 1970-1999 |
What buyers will notice right away
Vacancy rate is very low at 0.9%, indicating strong demand.
Most residences are newer, built since 2000, with some from 1970-1999.
Families & Lifestyle
Fountaingrove is peaceful and safe, favored by retirees and families.
The neighborhood's quietness and safety attract retirees and families.
A diverse housing stock supports various household types.
Retiree Appeal — Peaceful and safe with a mix of educated seniors and other age groups.
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
|---|---|
| Retiree-Friendly Rank | More retiree-friendly than 99.6% of CA neighborhoods |
Demographics
| Executive, Management, Professional Occupations | 54.9% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| Income Rank | Above average |
| Swiss Ancestry | 3.0% |
| British Ancestry | 3.4% |
| Korean Language Speakers | 4.6% |
| Foreign Born Rate | 18.2% |
| Top Languages | ["English (83.0%)","Spanish","Korean","Chinese"] |
| Top Ancestries | ["English (18.9%)","German (14.5%)","Mexican (13.2%)","Irish (12.1%)","Asian (9.9%)"] |
Commute
Most residents have short commutes and primarily drive alone, with some carpooling.
Fountaingrove offers short commutes and a mix of solo driving and carpooling.
Short Commutes — 52.2% of workers commute under 15 minutes.
Car Dependent — Most residents drive alone; carpooling is also common.
| Main Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 67.4% |
| Carpool Rate | 16.6% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price?
The median home price is $972,218.
How tight is the housing supply?
Vacancy rate is very low at 0.9%, indicating strong demand.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is most common, with Spanish, Korean, and Chinese also spoken.