Skyhawk, Santa Rosa, CA
At a glance
Skyhawk is ranked #2 of 31 neighborhoods in Santa Rosa with an overall score of 4.2/5. Its standout factors are safety (5.0/5, 2nd of 31 in Santa Rosa) and curb appeal (4.3/5), at a median home price of $740k. The trade-off is nearby merchants (0.7/5), though prices run about 12% below the Santa Rosa median.
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Skyhawk is one of the upscale hillside subdivisions at the far northeast edge of Santa Rosa, up where Rincon Valley meets the open hills near Highway 12. It is a planned community of well-kept homes that draws steady demand for its setting and its schools, with golf, trails, and the eastern open space all close at hand. On a clear evening the valley views from the higher streets are the whole point. The schools and the outdoors anchor it. This area feeds the well-regarded northeast schools, including Maria Carrillo High, and the trails of Trione-Annadel and the nearby courses give it a genuinely active, outdoorsy feel that families and weekend hikers both use. The honest part is the one the whole northeast shares, and Skyhawk learned it directly. After being spared in 2017, the neighborhood lost homes to the 2020 Glass Fire, with the damage concentrated on the upper streets. This is wildland-edge living, so wildfire risk, insurance, and evacuation planning are real parts of the decision. For buyers who want a hillside home with views, trails, and strong schools, Skyhawk delivers, with eyes open.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants0.7
Public Spaces4.3
Curb Appeal4.3
Overall Amenities score: 3.5
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Austin Creek Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Rincon Valley Middle | Middle | 7-8 | |
| Maria Carrillo High | High | 9-12 |
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Skyhawk FAQs10 answers
Is Skyhawk a good place to live?
Skyhawk ranks 2nd of 31 neighborhoods in Santa Rosa with an overall Houseberry score of 4.2 out of 5. Its strongest factors are safety (5.0/5) and curb appeal (4.3/5). The trade-off is nearby merchants (0.7/5).
Is Skyhawk safe?
Skyhawk, Santa Rosa scores 5.0 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 2nd of 31 neighborhoods in Santa Rosa.
What do homes in Skyhawk cost?
The median home price in Skyhawk, Santa Rosa is $740k, compared with $845.08k for Santa Rosa as a whole.
Are home prices in Skyhawk rising or falling?
The median home price in Skyhawk, Santa Rosa is roughly flat over the past 12 months, at $740k against $740k a year earlier. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Skyhawk?
Schools serving Skyhawk, Santa Rosa include Austin Creek Elementary, Rincon Valley Middle and Maria Carrillo High (4.2/5).
What is the weather like in Skyhawk?
Skyhawk, Santa Rosa receives 77% of its possible sunshine, 12th of 31 in Santa Rosa. Summer days run 52° to 81°F and winter days 40° to 58°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 34 inches a year.
Is Skyhawk walkable to shops and restaurants?
Skyhawk, Santa Rosa scores 0.7 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 4.3 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.5 out of 5, 14th of 31 in Santa Rosa.
What is Skyhawk known for?
Skyhawk, Santa Rosa is associated with Hillside Views, Strong Schools and Trail Access. Its highest-scoring factors are safety (5.0/5) and curb appeal (4.3/5).
How does Skyhawk compare to other Santa Rosa neighborhoods?
Skyhawk ranks 2nd of 31 neighborhoods in Santa Rosa. It ranks 2nd of 31 in Santa Rosa for safety (5.0/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (0.7/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Santa Rosa are Fountaingrove and Riebli-Wallace.
What are the downsides of living in Skyhawk?
Skyhawk, Santa Rosa scores lowest on nearby merchants (0.7/5).
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