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Historic sights and adjacent to vineyards in this Lodi neighborhood
In Downtown Lodi, people love their wine. This lively neighborhood, filled with homes predating the 1950s, is close to small businesses, neighborhood parks and nearly 80 wineries. “Lodi has always probably sold more wine grapes than Napa Valley,” says Margo Cook, co-owner at Schaffer and Company Realtors and lifelong resident. “Our sandy loam soil has good drainage for an industry like grape-growing.” Downtown has several wine-tasting venues pouring zinfandel and cabernet sauvignon to customers. Historic buildings are here, like the white mission revival-style Lodi Arch and the Italian Renaissance Revival-style Lodi Opera House, both listed on the national historic register. Downtown had the first A&W Root Beer Shop, which exists today as only a historical marker. Cook says people enjoy walking down the street and catching up with neighbors, and the community comes together for annual events like the Lodi Street Faire and seasonal farmers market.
Vintage homes within walking distance of parks and museums
Single-family homes sit within walking distance of locally owned eateries and neighborhood parks. Paved, residential streets are laid out in a grid, and properties sit side-by-side near wide sidewalks. “I call it, ‘romantically overgrown, with drooping things here and there,’” Cook says. Remodeled early 20th-century bungalows and ranch-style homes scattered throughout the community have stucco exteriors, short cement driveways and fenced-in backyards. Some homes include back patios and small sheds. These bungalows and ranch-style home prices range from $200,000 to $450,000. Vintage Colonial-Revival and Craftsman homes built between the 1920s and ‘30s sit along Oak and Walnut Street on the northwestern side of the neighborhood; these three to four-bedroom renovated properties feature large, open porches, tall, vine-covered fences and fruit trees near walk-up entrances. Prices range from $750,000 to $1 million. Owners of the neighborhood’s designated historic homes tend to hold onto them for years.
There are a few historic duplexes in Downtown Lodi.
If you are looking for a quaint downtown area and nice single-family homes, Lodi is perfect.
Large two-story, craftsman style homes can be found in Downtown Lodi.
There are a few mid-century, smaller homes on the outskirts of Downtown Lodi.
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Wine tastings and good eats downtown
Wine tasting is a beloved pastime in Downtown Lodi. The family-owned Dancing Fox Winery and Brewery operates out of a brick icehouse building, pouring wines made from its vineyard grapes. Jeremy Wine Company is a laid-back spot with an outdoor patio serving red and white varietals. For more dinner options, locals can visit Oxford Kitchen, known for its beef Wellington, or stop by M Sushi for ramen and sake. Folks can grocery shop at the regional Smart & Final and pick up meat and fresh bread at Dos Hermanos Market. The nearby locally owned Cheese Central has curated cheeses from around the world and an olive oil station, and locals can take cooking classes in its Grand Central Kitchen. Secondhand Rose sells antique furniture and kitchenware, and Lodi Junction is a massive thrift store selling gently used shoes and clothing.
Many of the Downtown Lodi locals head to the Five Window brewery after work.
Her Pretty Things in Downtown Lodi is a place for women to shop focused on body positivity.
Downtown Lodi is lucky to have Tom's New and Used Books for local readers.
The very first A&W restaurant was in Downtown Lodi, California.
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Massive crowds for the Lodi Street Faire
The Lodi Street Faire is one of the area’s most attended bi-annual events. In May and October, vendors fill a 14-block area and sell snacks, crafts and handmade artwork. Attendees can munch on sweet treats while watching dance and musical performances. In February, the Downtown Lodi community celebrates Wine and Chocolate Weekend, where people hop between 30 different wineries to sample local wines and decadent chocolates. On Thursday evenings from May to September, people browse through canned goods and organic vegetables at the Lodi Certified Farmers Market.
Books and bass clubs at Lodi High
Lodi Unified School District serves the area. Kids can start at Heritage Elementary, which scores a C from Niche. Lodi Middle earns a C-plus, and the B-plus-rated Lodi High offers over 20 men’s and women’s sports as well as student organizations like Bass Fishing and A Literary Adoration Society Club. The private University of the Pacific is a 15-mile drive south in Stockton.
Saint Anne's Elementary school is a small private school in Downtown Lodi.
Lodi Middle School has about 900 students.
Liberty High School is in downtown Lodi, California.
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Little ones love the play area at Legion Park in Lodi, California.
Walking to tree-lined community parks
Downtown Lodi has a handful of small city parks. The tree-lined American Legion Park features swings and a basketball court, and a mile further north, the 2-acre Emerson Park includes a playground and horseshoe pit. People kayak and paddleboard at Lodi Lake, a 114-acre waterway with its own nature center. Movies are screened at Lodi Stadium 12 Cinemas and theater performances are staged in the Charlene Powers Lange Theatre in Hutchins Street Square’s neoclassical-styled building.
Hopping on GrapeLine Express buses to get around
State Route 99—also known as Highway 99—is less than a mile east of the area. The road connects to Stockton 16 miles south and Sacramento 35 miles north. School Street is dotted with local restaurants and shops, and East Lodi Avenue is a major thoroughfare that travels east-west through the neighborhood. Downtown Lodi is a highly walkable area with several brick and cement sidewalks. Streets like East Lodi and Hutchins have bike lanes. People drive to get around, and traffic is usually light. Grape Line Express buses make regular stops in and around the community. Adventist Health Memorial Hospital is 2 miles south, and Sacramento International Airport is the closest international airport, 50 miles north.
Downtown Lodi is home to a historic Amtrak station.
Public bus stops can be found on many of the streets in Downtown Lodi.
Public buses, called the Grape Line after all the wineries in the area, circle the area all day.
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Parks in this Area
Legion Park
Emerson Park
John Blakely Park
Hale Park
Kofu Park
Vinewood Park
Transit
Airport
Stockton Metro
27 min drive
Bus
Tokay & Crescent (Wb)
Bus
Tokay & Hutchins (Wb)
Bus
Central & Oak
Bus
Ham & Tokay (Nb)
Bus
Pine & Central
Bus
Lockeford & Pleasant (Eb)
Bus
Cherokee & Elm (Sb)
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3.9169 Reviews
4.0Current Resident
11/18/2019Niche Review
I've grown up in Lodi, and it's a perfect place for families. As I entered my teen years, I realized that there isn't much to do for teens. We're getting a bowling alley, which is cool. We already have a movie theatre. If you love wine and are of age to drink and go out, Lodi could be fun for you because that is the majority of our downtown.
5.0Niche User
4/23/2015Niche Review
I have easy access to anything I need.
5.0Former Resident
1/22/2017Niche Review
I lived here for a short time as I was attending Sacramento University. My stay was very peaceful and the neighborhood was extremely safe and well maintained. The apartment complex was spacious and neighbors were friendly. There are so many new shopping and dining areas to visit that are super close and convenient. The Downtown area is small and cozy and offers plenty of activities and events througout the months.
4.0Current Resident
12/18/2023Niche Review
Lodi is a beautiful little town with a nice and mostly diverse community. It's also a relatively entertaining place, with various little events throughout the year. A perfect location to live in, with low crime with a various much larger cities being only a short drive away.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Downtown Lodi
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
6
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
8
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Lodi, Lodi sell after 29 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Downtown Lodi, Lodi over the last 12 months is $453,223, down 2% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Welcome to 333 W Locust Street-A beautiful home that seamlessly blends turn-of-the-century elegance w/ modern luxury. Fresh off a high-end renovation completed in 2023. Main home 5-bdrm, 3.5 ba home spans 3,205 sq/ft + ADU 1 bdrm, 1 ba 429sq/ft, sits in one of Lodi's most desirable historic neighborhoods. Whether you envision a thriving short-term rental, a cozy bed & breakfast(lic. in place), or
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This beautiful community is centrally located near shopping and downtown Lodi. Community include a pool, carport parking and a on-site laundry room. To qualify renters must have good credit and have 2.5-3 times the amount of income.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
14,070
Median Age
34
Population Density
14 ppl/acre
Population under 18
29.6%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.7%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$52,521
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$76,592
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
65.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
16.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6%
% Population in Labor Force
60.7%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
18''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
63/ 100
Walker's Paradise
Walk Score®
95/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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