Willowbank, Davis, CA
At a glance
Willowbank is ranked #56 of 57 neighborhoods in Davis with an overall score of 3.9/5. Its standout factor is schools (4.3/5, 37th of 57 in Davis). The trade-off is nearby merchants (0.8/5).
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Willowbank is the semi-rural pocket on the south edge of Davis, partly unincorporated, where the city grid loosens into larger lots, mature trees, and even the occasional horse property. It feels distinctly different from the rest of town, more countryside than subdivision. The draw is space and the setting along the Putah Creek corridor at the southern border, with the greenbelt and creek paths close and a short drive to the South Davis shopping strip and I-80. Streets here carry tree names, Walnut, Almond, Cottonwood, fitting the rural feel. The honest tradeoff is that elbow room comes at the cost of walkable convenience, this is a drive-to-everything area, and the mix of city and county jurisdiction means services and rules can vary parcel to parcel. For buyers who want land near Davis, that is the deal.
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Near good merchants0.8
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Overall Amenities score: 0.2 (1)
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fairfield Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Marguerite Montgomery Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Pioneer Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Junior High | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Davis Senior High | High | 9-12 |
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Houseberry School Score Data
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Willowbank FAQs6 answers
Is Willowbank a good place to live?
Willowbank ranks 56th of 57 neighborhoods in Davis with an overall Houseberry score of 3.9 out of 5. Its strongest factor is schools (4.3/5). The trade-off is nearby merchants (0.8/5).
Which schools serve Willowbank?
Schools serving Willowbank, Davis include Fairfield Elementary (3.8/5), Marguerite Montgomery Elementary (3.2/5), Pioneer Elementary (4.9/5), Frances Ellen Watkins Harper Junior High (3.8/5) and Davis Senior High (5.0/5).
Is Willowbank walkable to shops and restaurants?
Willowbank, Davis scores 0.8 out of 5 for nearby merchants. Its overall amenities score is 0.2 out of 5, 51st of 57 in Davis.
What is Willowbank known for?
Willowbank, Davis is associated with Semi Rural, Larger Lots and Putah Creek. Its highest-scoring factor is schools (4.3/5).
How does Willowbank compare to other Davis neighborhoods?
Willowbank ranks 56th of 57 neighborhoods in Davis. It ranks 37th of 57 in Davis for schools (4.3/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (0.8/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Davis are Downtown Core Area and University Avenue.
What are the downsides of living in Willowbank?
Willowbank, Davis scores lowest on nearby merchants (0.8/5).
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