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Living in Rancho Cordova
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- Median Sale Price
- $535K
- Sept 2026
- Days on Market
- 40
- Median, Sept 2026
- Market
- Somewhat Competitive
- Redfin Compete Score 62/100
- Population
- 87,554
- U.S. Census, 2025 estimate
Sources: Redfin, U.S. Census Bureau. Updated October 2026.
Rancho Cordova Overview
Living inRancho Cordova
Rancho Cordova has the distinction of being one of Sacramento's newer incorporated cities, it became a city in 2003, and has used that autonomy to invest in itself with strategic deliberateness. The city has developed a major employment base anchored by defense technology, health care, and a growing government contractor community.
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Population and Community Vibe
Population: 80,000+. Economically diverse, community-building, and increasingly optimistic about the city's trajectory. Rancho Cordova attracts a broad mix of buyers, from first-time homeowners to investment buyers to defense and government professionals.
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Local Amenities and Attractions
The American River Parkway along the city's northern edge. Sunrise Mall retail area. The Mather Field area with aerospace employment. Light rail access connecting to downtown Sacramento. Major employers including Aerojet Rocketdyne.
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Architectural Style
A mix of postwar housing stock in older neighborhoods and newer planned development in areas like Anatolia and Sunridge Park. The variety in era and style gives buyers options across different preferences and budgets.
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Outdoor Living
American River Parkway trail access, multiple entry points within the city connect to the 32-mile trail system. Mather Regional Park provides open space and recreational programming. Folsom Lake is approximately 20 minutes away for water recreation.
Lifestyle
Life inRancho Cordova
Dining
Dining and Entertainment
The Folsom Boulevard corridor and nearby Sunrise area provide retail and dining options for daily needs, with Folsom's historic district and Sacramento's Midtown accessible for more elevated dining experiences.
Recreation
Recreation and Parks
The American River Parkway provides Rancho Cordova's most significant outdoor recreation resource. Cordova Recreation and Park District operates multiple community parks, sports facilities, and programming.
Folsom Cordova Unified School District serves Rancho Cordova students with a focus on expanding academic programming and college preparation. Sacramento City College provides accessible higher education for residents.
School assignments follow the address, not the city name. Always confirm boundaries with the district before you write an offer.
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Rancho Cordova FAQ
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How much is a house in Rancho Cordova?
The median sale price in Rancho Cordova was $534,745 in September 2026, down 0.6 percent from a year earlier, according to Redfin. Prices vary widely by street, size and condition, so the most useful number is a valuation built on recent sales next to the home you are considering. Request a free home valuation for a pricing range with the comps behind it.
What school district is Rancho Cordova in?
Most of Rancho Cordova is served by Folsom Cordova Unified School District. Sacramento City Unified serves the western portion of the city, Elk Grove Unified serves the southeastern portion, and San Juan Unified serves a small number of students. Assignment depends on the street address, so buyers should confirm with the district.
How is the commute from Rancho Cordova?
US 50 and State Route 16 provide Rancho Cordova's highway access toward Sacramento and the Bay Area. SacRT's Gold Line light rail serves the city at Mather Field/Mills, Zinfandel, Cordova Town Center and Sunrise stations, running to Sacramento Valley Station for Amtrak Capitol Corridor connections to Oakland and San Jose.
What is Rancho Cordova known for?
Rancho Cordova incorporated as a city in 2003 and has twice been named an All America City, in 2010 and 2019. Major employers include VSP Vision Care and Franklin Templeton, and the city includes six miles of the American River and 26 miles of bike and pedestrian trails.
Is Rancho Cordova a buyer's or seller's market right now?
Rancho Cordova is a more balanced market right now, though well priced homes still sell quickly. Homes sold in a median of 40 days in September 2026, and Redfin rates the market Somewhat Competitive with a Compete Score of 62 out of 100. Overpriced listings sit and invite lower offers, so sellers do best pricing to recent sales on day one, and buyers do best with financing ready before they tour.
Who can help me buy or sell a home in Rancho Cordova?
Rami Tannous is a REALTOR with Nick Sadek Sotheby's International Realty (DRE #02334866). He specializes in helping Bay Area buyers relocate to the Sacramento region. Owners can request a home valuation, buyers can start a private search, or call or text 408-888-5144.
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