Oakvale
Suburban Neighborhood in Carmichael, California
Sacramento County 95608
20th-century ranch-styles and townhouses
Housing prices are 30% less than the rest of Carmichael, and people have started to notice. “It’s a more established neighborhood, but the new generation is moving back in,” says Murphy. “That’s where they grew up and where their friends are moving.” Typically on a quarter acre, most ranch-styles were built between the 1950s and 1990s, but their interiors have been updated. Exteriors likely feature siding mixed with brick facades, and garages can fit two cars. Three-bedrooms around 1,500 square feet start at $400,000; three-bedrooms above 2,000 square feet are $765,000 at most. Traditional homes make up most of this market, but northernmost townhouses in Oak Knoll range from $320,000 to $360,000. Unlike other neighborhoods in Carmichael, no Mello-Roos tax is applied to Oakvale homeowners; they make up half of this market, while the other half rents.San Juan Unified’s highly rated schools
Most students start at Pasadena Avenue Elementary, just west of the neighborhood and rated a B-minus by Niche. Winston Churchill Middle, on the south side, is probably their next step, and it gets an A-minus. About 2 miles west, Mira Loma High scores an A-plus and ranks as Niche’s No. 2 standout school for Sacramento. Its range of student clubs caters to any interest: topics include robotics, bioengineering, poetry, pickleball, ping pong and more.Northernmost students can attend Churchill and Mira Loma, but they’ll likely go to C-plus-rated Cameron Ranch Elementary. Southernmost students, though, have an entirely different progression: they start at Carmichael Elementary and advance to John Barrett Middle, both of which get B’s. They can finish it out at Del Campo High, rated a B-plus.
La Sierra Community Center and nearby parks
Right in the middle of the neighborhood, La Sierra Community Center is the headquarters for Carmichael Parks and Recreation. This 36-acre facility houses a banquet hall and performing arts theater, in addition to gymnasiums and sports fields. A lot of community groups use this space, such as Carmichael Little League and Capital Valley Youth Soccer League, and California Montessori Project has a campus here. Since La Sierra is so central, visitors can easily walk to surrounding parks. Gibbons Community Park is a mile west for tennis and basketball courts; Carmichael Park is a mile east for more baseball and softball fields. Additionally, the Carmichael Park Farmers Market is open every Sunday year-round, and vendors sell anything from hummus to pies. While it’s a 3-mile drive from the community center, Ancil Hoffman Golf Course is a public 9-holer with views of the American River. “People don’t realize it because that area is so residential,” says Murphy, “but you go down there and it’s beautiful. It’s my favorite course to play on. It’s not like other courses in Carmichael, because you’re not on any busy street. I love the peace and quiet, and you’ve got deer coming in around there.”Getting a bite on Fair Oaks Boulevard
On the neighborhood’s east side, Fair Oaks Boulevard is a hub for businesses, small and large. Area chains such as Jimboy’s Tacos and Noah’s NY Bagels are down the street from locally owned spots. Busy on the weekends, Shogun Sushi serves contemporary Japanese with traditional bar seating; Yerevan Bar and Restaurant brings a taste of Armenia, prepared by professional chefs. Nearby shops sell anything from rugs to flowers, while Bel Air and Safeway make for quick runs to the store. And while these are the closest businesses to Oakvale, this Fair Oaks district is about 4 miles long.Sacramento via Capitol City Freeway, Sacramento Regional Transit
Using the ramp on Auburn Boulevard, commuters have a 12-mile trip into Sacramento via the Capitol City Freeway. A lot of people use this route, but fast traffic makes for a 20-minute ride. The No. 25 bus operates along Fair Oaks Boulevard, so they could start at Carmichael Park and connect to the Light Rail’s Blue Line; this option likely takes an hour or more.Independence Day festivities in Carmichael
Held in downtown Carmichael, the Carmichael Elks Lodge Fourth of July Parade has been popular for over 60 years. Classic cars and decorated truck beds ring in another year of America, and Grand Marshalls are often service men and women from the community. At night, La Sierra Community Center and Carmichael Park bring fireworks, food and live music to their lawns.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Parm Atwal
Parm Atwal
KW Sac Metro
(279) 205-4366
461 Total Sales
2 in Oakvale
$325K - $595K Price Range
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Nancy Tinsley
Nancy Tinsley
RE/MAX Gold Woodland
(530) 298-0805
26 Total Sales
2 in Oakvale
$476K - $665K Price Range
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Dana Gray
Dana Gray
Coldwell Banker Realty
(916) 848-7500
81 Total Sales
1 in Oakvale
$485,000 Price
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Jayce Bieber
Jayce Bieber
Responds QuicklyReliant Realty Inc.
(279) 972-9769
74 Total Sales
1 in Oakvale
$630,000 Price
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Pri Jagait
Pri Jagait
Responds QuicklyKnown Property Management & RE
(279) 239-3390
56 Total Sales
1 in Oakvale
$599,900 Price
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George Popescu
George Popescu
Responds QuicklyTown & Country R. E. Brokers
(916) 507-1363
57 Total Sales
3 in Oakvale
$498K - $700K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Carmichael Canine Corral
Carmichael Park
Gibbons Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Jan Park
Mission North Park
Ancil Hoffman Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Oakvale | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 5 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Oakvale Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Oakvale, Carmichael sell after 24 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Oakvale, Carmichael over the last 12 months is $540,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$535,000
Median Sale Price
$540,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$565,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
49
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
8%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$319
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,228
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
1966
Months of Supply
2.90
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,683
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,345
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$549,000
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,666 Sq Ft
- 4020 Triplett Ct
- New 4 days ago
Charming little gem! This well maintained single story features 3bed/2.5 ba and 1666 sq ft. The home has tons of curb appeal with beautiful exterior paint, mature landscaping and extra wide driveway. The kitchen has been elegantly updated with custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, SS appliances and a large peninsula for entertaining and extra seating. Right off the kitchen there is a breakfast
Kara Shower S & S Realty
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$575,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,612 Sq Ft
- 3316 Oak Stream Ct
- New 9 days ago
Charming Single-Story 3 Bedroom, 2 Bath Home in Desirable Carmichael Cul-De-Sac Nestled in one of Carmichael's most sought-after and beautifully maintained cul-de-sacs, this home offers a rare opportunity to live in a peaceful, tree-lined setting where pride of ownership shines throughout the neighborhood. Inside, high vaulted ceilings and an open-concept layout create a spacious, airy feel
Christopher De Martino DeMartino Real Estate
Homes for Rent
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$1,689 - $2,375 per month
- The Hawthorne
- 1-3 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 680+ Sq Ft
- 5820 Sutter Ave
- Carmichael, CA
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$1,250 - $1,950 per month
- Walnut Gardens Apartments
- Studio-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 340+ Sq Ft
- 5124 Gibbons Dr
- Carmichael, CA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,865
Median Age
46
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
19.8%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.1%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$96,516
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$125,075
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
93.3%
On par with the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
40%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
14.7%
% Population in Labor Force
62%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
19''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
94°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
62
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
38
/ 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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