Winding Way / Dewey Drive, Carmichael, CA
At a glance
Winding Way / Dewey Drive is ranked #5 of 11 neighborhoods in Carmichael with an overall score of 2.8/5. Its standout factor is curb appeal (3.5/5). It ranks 5th of 11 in Carmichael for safety. The trade-offs are schools (2.7/5) and safety (2.9/5).
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
This north Carmichael neighborhood is built around Del Campo High School, the San Juan Unified campus on Dewey Drive whose Cougars supply a good chunk of the area's identity. The school sits inside the boundary, so Friday-night football and the weekday school rhythm are simply part of life here. The homes are typical Carmichael ranch and split-level stock from the postwar decades, on standard lots along streets like Winding Way and Dewey Drive. It is a steady, settled residential area, neither flashy nor rundown, with mature trees and an established feel. For amenities, the big Manzanita Avenue and Winding Way retail cluster sits just to the west, putting groceries, hardware, and the newer Winding Ranch shops a couple of minutes away. The flip side is that Dewey and Winding Way themselves carry steady commuter and school traffic, so the busier blocks are never silent. As a practical, school-centered pocket of north Carmichael with shopping right at hand, it covers the everyday basics without fuss.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants2.9
Public Spaces3.3
Curb Appeal3.5
Overall Amenities score: 3.3
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Heights Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Coyle Avenue Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Green Oaks Fundamental Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Thomas Kelly Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Mission Avenue Open Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Orangevale Open K-8 | Primary | K-8 | |
| Charles Peck Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Will Rogers Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| John Barrett Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Del Campo High | High | 9-12 | |
| El Camino Fundamental High | High | 9-12 | |
| San Juan High | High | 9-12 |
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Houseberry School Score Data
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Winding Way / Dewey Drive FAQs8 answers
Is Winding Way / Dewey Drive a good place to live?
Winding Way / Dewey Drive ranks 5th of 11 neighborhoods in Carmichael with an overall Houseberry score of 2.8 out of 5. Its strongest factor is curb appeal (3.5/5). The trade-offs are schools (2.7/5) and safety (2.9/5).
Is Winding Way / Dewey Drive safe?
Winding Way / Dewey Drive, Carmichael scores 2.9 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 5th of 11 neighborhoods in Carmichael.
Which schools serve Winding Way / Dewey Drive?
Schools serving Winding Way / Dewey Drive, Carmichael include Cambridge Heights Elementary (3.5/5), James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary (3.0/5), Coyle Avenue Elementary (1.0/5), Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary (3.1/5) and Green Oaks Fundamental Elementary (3.8/5). 9 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.
What is the weather like in Winding Way / Dewey Drive?
Winding Way / Dewey Drive, Carmichael receives 80% of its possible sunshine, 8th of 11 in Carmichael. Summer days run 59° to 91°F and winter days 40° to 57°F, July is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 21 inches a year.
Is Winding Way / Dewey Drive walkable to shops and restaurants?
Winding Way / Dewey Drive, Carmichael scores 2.9 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.3 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.3 out of 5, 6th of 11 in Carmichael.
What is Winding Way / Dewey Drive known for?
Winding Way / Dewey Drive, Carmichael is associated with Del Campo High, Postwar Homes and Retail Nearby.
How does Winding Way / Dewey Drive compare to other Carmichael neighborhoods?
Winding Way / Dewey Drive ranks 5th of 11 neighborhoods in Carmichael. It ranks 5th of 11 in Carmichael for safety (2.9/5) and scores lowest on schools (2.7/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Carmichael are Carmichael Town Center and Sutter Avenue / Marshall Avenue.
What are the downsides of living in Winding Way / Dewey Drive?
Winding Way / Dewey Drive, Carmichael scores lowest on schools (2.7/5) and safety (2.9/5).
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