Santa Rosa, CA Neighborhood
Is Santa Rosa, CA (SOS) a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe27
Medium29
Low51
Other161
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
$992,501
Average Rent
$2,674
Vacancy Rate
9%
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Overview
SOS is a suburban neighborhood in Santa Rosa, CA, with mostly medium to small single-family homes and apartment complexes. Most homes were built between 1940 and 1969, with some from 1970 to 1999.
The median home price is $992,501, higher than over half of California neighborhoods. Average rents are $2,674, lower than most in the state. The vacancy rate is 9.0%, near the national median.
SuburbanMostly Owner-OccupiedOlder HomesModerate Vacancy
Quick Facts
| Suburban Density | Yes |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
Housing in SOS is primarily medium to small single-family homes and apartment complexes, mostly owner-occupied.
| Housing Age (1940-1969) | Many homes |
|---|---|
| Housing Age (1970-1999) | Some homes |
What buyers will notice right away
Most homes are owner-occupied, indicating residential stability.
Vacancy is moderate, near the national average.
Families & Lifestyle
SOS has a highly professional workforce and the lowest child poverty rate nationally.
High executive and professional employment supports a stable community.
Zero child poverty rate indicates strong economic well-being.
Cultural Diversity — Notable Austrian (1.2%) and Croatian (0.9%) ancestries enrich the neighborhood.
| Executive/Professional Occupations | 68.7% |
|---|---|
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
Demographics
| Executive/Professional Share | 68.7% |
|---|---|
| Income Rank | Top 15% in U.S. |
| Child Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| English Speakers | 90.0% |
| Spanish Speakers | 4.7% |
| Austrian Ancestry | 1.2% |
| Croatian Ancestry | 0.9% |
Commute
Residents enjoy short commutes with most driving alone to work.
SOS offers very short commutes and a high rate of solo driving, reflecting suburban car dependency.
Short Commutes — 41.9% of residents commute under 15 minutes.
Car Usage — Most residents drive alone, with some carpooling.
| Typical Commute Time | Under 15 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 68.7% |
| Carpool Rate | 6.3% |
Homes for sale near 95444
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price?
The median home price is $992,501.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is most common, with Spanish also spoken.
How long is the typical commute?
Most residents commute under 15 minutes.