North Oak Park
Neighborhood Reviews
Local restaurants and small shops on Broadway
Along Broadway between 32nd and 36th Streets, residents stroll between locally owned shops and eateries. Many commercial spaces feature colorful murals, and The Plant Foundry, an indoor/outdoor plant nursery, has a garden's worth of fragrant flowers on display. Faria Bakery is a go-to for freshly baked baguettes, seed loaves and sea salt fougasses made with local ingredients, and Fixins Soul Kitchen offers Southern classics like shrimp and grits, as well as signature cocktails like Adult Kool-Aid. The beer labels at Oak Park Brewing Co. are designed by local artists, and this popular spot offers a full menu of American fare, a weekend brunch special and patio seating. “People sit outside at Oak Park and just enjoy the community and the weather,” Rollman says.Nearby grocery stores include the employee-owned, Hispanic-focused Rancho San Miguel Markets, and national chains like Smart & Final. Every Saturday from May to November, the Oak Park Farmers Market is held just south in McClatchy Park.
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Film festivals at The Guild Theater and First Fridays on Broadway
Over the course of North Oak Park's long history, residents have been actively involved with local nonprofits, uplifting creatives and small businesses in the face of economic strife. St. Hope, one of the most prominent organizations, encourages economic development and creates community spaces. It also operates The Guild Theater on Broadway, which hosts free family movie nights and, each October, the Oak Park Black Film Festival. The Oak Park Business Association holds First Friday celebrations every month from May to December, where locals get together for live music and food trucks while supporting local businesses on Broadway. Local creatives can visit Hacker Lab’s Made, a nonprofit makerspace where members can use professional-grade artistic equipment and take classes in various crafts.Craftsman bungalows among tree-lined streets
Throughout North Oak Park, sidewalk-lined residential streets are lined with elm, oak, plane and palm trees. Most homes in North Oak Park were built between 1900 and 1925, and include Craftsman bungalows, American Foursquares and the odd Queen Anne property; many have been renovated in recent years. Most of these historic homes have covered front porches, and their front yards are bordered with wooden or wrought iron fences; some have slightly larger lots that include backyard gardens. Prices range from $300,000 to $680,000, depending on how well a home has been maintained.Midcentury Cape Cod-style homes and minimal traditional bungalows are dotted around the neighborhood's east side, ranging from $400,000 to $675,000 depending on how recently it's been updated or remodeled. 21st-century homes are more common on the west side, including new traditional homes with vinyl siding and flat rooflines, and modern craftsman-style homes with wide front porches. Prices for these newer homes fall between $550,000 and $750,000 depending on square footage, which ranges from 1,300 to 2,300 square feet.
Some midcentury homes have been converted into multiplexes with two to four rentable units. Prices depend on condition and recent renovations: Fixer-uppers range from $400,000 to $800,000, while updated properties range from $800,000 to $1.2 million.
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The carnival-themed McClatchy Park and other nearby green spaces
The 15-acre McClatchy Park, just south, is the area's main green space. Once the site of the Joyland amusement park, this public park includes a carnival-themed playground, as well as a butterfly garden, skate park and 9-hole disk golf course. During the hot summers, when temperatures often top 100 degrees, locals can visit the park’s public pool and splash pad. Near North Oak Park’s southeastern corner, Fourth Avenue Park is a smaller but well-loved neighborhood park with a playground of its own, plus a basketball court and open grass field. The nearby Oak Park Sol Community Garden has 15 rentable garden plots where locals grow sustainable produce.
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Easy access to U.S. Route 50 and Highway 99
U.S. Route 50 and Highway 99 intersect at the neighborhood’s northwest corner. Downtown Sacramento is 4 miles away, and UC Davis Medical Center is just north. Sacramento Regional Transit buses travel the neighborhood's perimeter and along Broadway, and bike lanes on major roads make it easy to get to nearby shops without a car. Sacramento International Airport is about 15 miles away.Local education offers STEAM schools and IB programs
David Lubin Elementary School serves kindergarten through Grade 6, and earns a B-plus from Niche; the school is known for its rigorous STEAM Program, which highlights critical thinking, communication and collaboration. The B-rated Umoja International Academy is a public International Baccalaureate (IB) World School where middle schoolers complete the IB Middle Years Programme, and high schoolers complete the IB Diploma Programme. Both of these pathways are designed to prepare students for higher education and promote intercultural understanding. Alternative education options within the neighborhood include the D-rated American Legion High, a credit recovery high school focused on supporting academic preparedness by keeping class sizes small and giving students more one-on-one attention.
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Ongoing expansion projects at the nearby UC Davis Medical Center
North Oak Park's proximity to UC Davis Medical Center, a major area employer, attracts many residents, including young professionals. Construction on a large expansion project began in July 2024, adding new operating rooms, leading-edge burn care facilities and over 300 private rooms. Expected to finish by 2030, the project will bring even more jobs to the area, especially in the medical sector. Construction is also underway for Aggie Square, a mixed-use development adjacent to the medical center with research facilities and other community amenities that have yet to be announced. Phase one of the Aggie Square complex is expected to finish in the winter of 2025.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Paloma Begin
Paloma Begin
Compass
(279) 203-0571
145 Total Sales
1 in North Oak Park
$449,000 Price
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Patricia Holter
Patricia Holter
eXp Realty of California Inc
(916) 866-7207
186 Total Sales
2 in North Oak Park
$350K - $363K Price Range
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Parm Atwal
Parm Atwal
KW Sac Metro
(279) 205-4366
460 Total Sales
1 in North Oak Park
$572,000 Price
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Rich Cazneaux
Rich Cazneaux
Coldwell Banker Realty
(916) 621-5407
252 Total Sales
2 in North Oak Park
$390K - $460K Price Range
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Tony Nguyen
Tony Nguyen
LPT Realty, Inc
(279) 529-5890
162 Total Sales
3 in North Oak Park
$408K - $710K Price Range
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Keith Maddock
Keith Maddock
Windermere Signature Properties Sierra Oaks
(510) 616-3269
13 Total Sales
1 in North Oak Park
$656,750 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
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- 7th to 12th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Richard and Annette Bloch Cancer Survivors Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Sierra 2 Green Park
McClatchy Park
Oak Park Playground
Fourth Avenue Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Sunset Park
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
3/13/2015
Niche Review
I know that when I first moved here crime was prevalent, but in the last couple years things have definitely gotten much better. Police are more active and the neighborhoods have become safer. Still has it's days but I would say that I feel much more comfortable living here now.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | North Oak Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
North Oak Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in North Oak Park, Sacramento sell after 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in North Oak Park, Sacramento over the last 12 months is $523,750, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$534,500
Median Sale Price
$523,750
Median Single Family Sale Price
$500,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$650,500
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Last 12 months Home Sales
32
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
7%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$444
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,046
Number of Homes for Sale
6
Median Year Built
1923
Months of Supply
2.30
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,173
Significantly below the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,575
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jul 1910am - 1pm
$525,000
- 3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 912 Sq Ft
- 3641 5th Ave
- New 15 days ago
Charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home with a cozy, rustic feel in the heart of Oak Park! Enjoy easy access to parks and all the fun of the Triangle District. The recently updated kitchen features beautiful granite countertops, white shaker cabinets, wood laminate flooring. The inside laundry is attached. The home also boasts Jack and Jill bathrooms. All three bedrooms have sliding barn doors, and
Roy Bradley Blacc Real Estate Elite
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$350,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 864 Sq Ft
- 4001 Broadway
- New 16 days ago
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to own this home! 3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms home located in Oak Park. Home has a lot of potential, needs some work. Sits on a good size lot .12 ac or 5,227 sqft Plenty of room for an additional dwelling at some point making for a great investment property, perfect for first-time homebuyers or savvy investor Conveniently located near
Gracie Valle The Golden Team
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$459,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,589 Sq Ft
- 3765 Y St
- New 30 days ago
Great opportunity to restore or modify to your liking. Vintage Bungalow Two Story. Four Bedrooms, Two Bathrooms, Formal Dining Area. Large Lot. Detached Garage/Parking Area. Fruit Trees.
Mark Perez American Home Realty
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$950,000
- 4 Beds
- 3.5 Baths
- 2,016 Sq Ft
- 4322 4th Ave
4322 4th Avenue presents a centrally located turn key'' AirBNB investment or a ready to go single family home, with additional value as a result of the impressive 0.24 acre lot size and felxible zoning designation that allows for both commercial and residential use or development. The existing 2,016 square foot home has been recently renovated and will be sold fully furnished, offering a move in
Jack Scurfield Ken Turton, Broker
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,767
Median Age
36
Population Density
13 ppl/acre
Population under 18
22.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$49,172
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$67,732
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.4%
College Graduates
40%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
11.9%
% Population in Labor Force
71.3%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
18''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Biker's Paradise
Bike Score®
99
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
80
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
47
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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