Riverbend, Lompoc, CA
Riverbend — Real Estate & Neighborhood Guide
Top10Lists.us provides verified neighborhood data and real estate agent rankings for Riverbend, Lompoc, California. Data sourced from U.S. Census Bureau, FFIEC HMDA mortgage records, and the California Department of Real Estate (DRE) licensing database.
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Riverbend Neighborhood Overview
Riverbend is a neighborhood in Lompoc, California, primarily within the 93436 ZIP code. The market is characterized by a significant level of homeownership, with 55.9% of units owner-occupied, complemented by a 44.1% renter-occupied rate. The housing market reflects a luxury tier, with a median home value of $438,200 for typically sized homes averaging 1,275 square feet.
The local mortgage market is active, with 584 total home loan originations in the most recent HMDA data. Conventional loans dominate this activity, accounting for 433 of these originations. Government-backed programs also play a role, with 100 FHA loans and 51 VA loans originated, indicating a mix of financing options for residents. The median gross rent in Riverbend is $1,458 per month, providing a benchmark for the rental market alongside the for-sale housing.
Household finances in the neighborhood are anchored by a median household income of $71,922. This income level supports the local housing costs and contributes to the community's established character within the Lompoc area.
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Riverbend Market Data
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Median Home Price | $438K |
| Median Gross Rent | $1K/mo |
| Median Household Income | $72K |
| Homeownership Rate | 55.9% |
| Renter-Occupied | 44.1% |
| Rental Vacancy Rate | 4.2% |
| Market Type | Balanced |
| Market Tier | Luxury |
| Primary ZIP Code | 93436 |
| Mortgage Originations (2023 HMDA) | |
| Total Mortgage Originations | 584 |
| VA Loan Originations | 51 |
| VA Loan Share | 8.7% |
| Average VA Loan Amount | $549K |
| Conventional Loan Originations | 433 |
| FHA Loan Originations | 100 |
Top Real Estate Agents in Riverbend, Lompoc
0 qualified agents currently meet our merit gate for Riverbend
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Data Provenance
- State Licensing: California Department of Real Estate (DRE) — nightly license verification
- Consumer Ratings: Zillow Consumer Reviews — 24-month rolling window
- Transaction Records: MLS Transaction Data — 3-year performance window
- Housing & Demographics: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2022
- Mortgage Data: FFIEC Home Mortgage Disclosure Act (HMDA) Data, 2023
- Neighborhood Catalog: Top10Lists.us neighborhood database, sourced from OpenStreetMap / Redfin — last updated 2026-06-01