McPherson, Napa, CA
At a glance
McPherson is ranked #11 of 30 neighborhoods in Napa with an overall score of 3.0/5. Its standout factor is safety (4.5/5, 14th of 30 in Napa), at a median home price of $664k. The trade-offs are schools (2.0/5) and public spaces (2.9/5).
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
McPherson is the neighborhood built around Napa High. The school, its Memorial Stadium, and the Napa Unified School District offices all sit prominently inside the boundary, and Friday night football and the daily school rhythm shape the area more than any shopping district does. It's central Napa, bounded by Highway 29 and Soscol Avenue, with commercial strips running along Jefferson Street and Lincoln Avenue. The result is a practical, mixed neighborhood. Residential streets sit a block off the commercial corridors, so groceries, services, and a quick route out of town are all close, and the central location means you're rarely more than a few minutes from anywhere in the city. The tradeoff is that McPherson is more workhorse than showpiece. The commercial frontage along Jefferson and Lincoln carries steady traffic, the housing is solid rather than storybook, and game days and school pickup add their own congestion around the campus. For buyers who value being centrally located and near the high school over having the prettiest block, McPherson is an easy, unpretentious fit.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants3.4
Public Spaces2.9
Curb Appeal2.9
Overall Amenities score: 3
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Redwood Middle | Middle | 6-8 |
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McPherson FAQs10 answers
Is McPherson a good place to live?
McPherson ranks 11th of 30 neighborhoods in Napa with an overall Houseberry score of 3.0 out of 5. Its strongest factor is safety (4.5/5). The trade-offs are schools (2.0/5) and public spaces (2.9/5).
Is McPherson safe?
McPherson, Napa scores 4.5 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 14th of 30 neighborhoods in Napa.
What do homes in McPherson cost?
The median home price in McPherson, Napa is $664k.
Are home prices in McPherson rising or falling?
The median home price in McPherson, Napa is roughly flat over the past 12 months, at $664k against $664k a year earlier. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve McPherson?
Schools serving McPherson, Napa include Redwood Middle.
What is the weather like in McPherson?
McPherson, Napa receives 79% of its possible sunshine, 21st of 30 in Napa. Summer days run 53° to 81°F and winter days 39° to 58°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 26 inches a year.
Is McPherson walkable to shops and restaurants?
McPherson, Napa scores 3.4 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 2.9 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.0 out of 5, 14th of 30 in Napa.
What is McPherson known for?
McPherson, Napa is associated with Central Location, Napa High and Commercial Corridors. Its highest-scoring factor is safety (4.5/5).
How does McPherson compare to other Napa neighborhoods?
McPherson ranks 11th of 30 neighborhoods in Napa. It ranks 14th of 30 in Napa for safety (4.5/5) and scores lowest on schools (2.0/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Napa are Silverado Country Club and Alta Heights.
What are the downsides of living in McPherson?
McPherson, Napa scores lowest on schools (2.0/5) and public spaces (2.9/5).
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