Why Live in Brentwood
Brentwood in Sacramento features residential streets laid out in a grid pattern, primarily showcasing ranch-style homes from the 1950s to the 1970s. These homes typically have three bedrooms, one bathroom, side-gabled roofs, shaded front porches, and well-manicured lawns, with sizes ranging from 1,000 to 1,600 square feet. The neighborhood is close to several parks, including the 8-acre James Mangan Park with soccer fields, a playground, a community pool, and an archery range, and the 10-acre Airport Little League Park, which hosts youth and senior baseball and softball games. Dining options are located just outside Brentwood, with local favorites like Los Inmortales Taqueria and Aviator’s Restaurant and Cafe. Grocery stores such as Safeway and Raley’s are a few miles north, while Long Chang Market is about a mile east. For shopping, department stores like Marshalls and big-box stores like The Home Depot are nearby. Though Brentwood itself does not host events, residents can enjoy activities in surrounding areas, such as the annual Mid-Autumn Festival at Laguna Town Hall in Elk Grove. Transportation is convenient with Interstate 5 and U.S. Route 99 nearby, bike lanes on main streets, and Sacramento Regional Transit buses and light rail providing access to downtown Sacramento. The Sacramento Executive Airport is close for private flights and flight training, while commercial flights are available from Sacramento International Airport, 18 miles northwest. Local students can attend schools in the Sacramento Unified district, including the highly rated C.K. McClatchy High.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Brentwood a good place to live?
Brentwood is a good place to live, receiving 3.6 stars from its residents. Brentwood is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Brentwood has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 10.2 people per acre and a median age of 39. The average household income is $92,595 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 20% of residents. A majority of residents in Brentwood are home owners, with 40.2% of residents renting and 59.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Brentwood can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Brentwood neighborhood guide.
Is Brentwood, CA a safe neighborhood?
Brentwood, CA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Brentwood?
The median home price in Brentwood is $449,450. If you put a 20% down payment of $89,900 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.67%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,310 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $99K a year to afford the median home price in Brentwood. The average household income in Brentwood is $93K.
What are the best public schools in Brentwood?
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Home Trends in Brentwood, CA
On average, homes in Brentwood, Sacramento sell after 25 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Brentwood, Sacramento over the last 12 months is $520,000, up 24% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$520,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$439,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$296
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
9
Median List Price
$449,450
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
24%