Anna Aljabiry Real Estate

East Davis

Mace Ranch

Davis, California neighborhood guide — photos, active listings, and local insight.

Mace Ranch offers a growing suburban alternative to the central Davis area. It is ideal for families and professionals seeking spacious living, access to a greenbelt, and a quieter community atmosphere. With a solid mix of single-family homes and attached units, well-rated schools nearby, and a blend of amenities and commute ease, it’s a compelling option for long-term residents looking beyond the student-heavy core of town.

Mace Ranch is located in East Davis, California. Mace Ranch occupies approximately 1,760 acres that were once part of the historic Rancho Laguna de Santos Calle, a Mexican land grant. The Joseph B. Chiles family farmed the land for over 75 years. Development started in 1993 and continued through 2005, featuring mid-size homes as well as attached condos and townhouses.

  • Mace Ranch hosts a 5-acre Mace Ranch Community Park with sports fields, playgrounds, a gazebo, picnic areas, a basketball court, and walking trails centered around burrowing owl habitat and public art. The Mace Ranch Park Habitat Area encompasses grassland and oak savannah habitat, providing a natural retreat for residents.
  • There are approximately 1,777 residents across roughly 602 properties. Parks, such as Mace Ranch Park, and other green spaces provide safe walkability, biking, BBQ areas, and other recreational activities.
  • Properties in Mace Ranch range from about 969 square feet for condos to 3,948 square feet for larger homes.
  • As of early 2025, the median home price in Mace Ranch is approximately $905,000.
  • The walk score is 37, which indicates that this neighborhood is car-dependent. Most errands require driving.
  • The transit score is 36. A few local bus lines serve this neighborhood.
  • The bike score is 88. It is rated as a Biker’s Paradise for its nearby greenbelt paths and connecting streets.

Mace Ranch FAQ

What is living in Mace Ranch, Davis like?
Mace Ranch is a master-planned East Davis neighborhood with parks and greenbelts. Like the rest of Davis, it offers quick bike access to UC Davis and downtown on the city's separated bike-path network, assignment to the highly rated Davis Joint Unified School District, and the parks and greenbelts Davis is known for.
What homes are for sale in Mace Ranch?
Inventory in Mace Ranch is limited and tends to move quickly, mirroring the wider Davis market where homes range from roughly $400,000 for condos and townhomes to $1.2 million-plus for single-family houses. For current Mace Ranch listings and pricing, browse homes for sale or ask Anna for a tailored search.
Is Mace Ranch a good place to buy a home?
Mace Ranch suits buyers who want East Davis convenience with Davis's bike-friendly, university-town lifestyle and top-rated schools. Steady UC Davis demand and the city's firm growth boundary keep values resilient, so well-prepared, pre-approved buyers tend to do best.