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North Sacramento suburbia
The rural Sacramento suburb of Rio Linda provides residents with a small-town atmosphere while still offering access to the amenities and conveniences of nearby Sacramento. The community got its name, meaning "pretty river," because of the waterway that gave life to the surrounding desert land. That waterway is now called Dry Creek, and despite its name, water continues to run through its banks. Residents here tend to commute to Sacramento or Roseville, as the Rio Linda area has few employment opportunities.
Rio Linda occupies an area almost directly North of Downtown Sacramento.
Rio Linda is a neighborhood where the locals take pride in their town.
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Spacious living in north Sacramento
Houses in Rio Linda start at just under $400,000 for three-bedroom ranch styles and get up to $600,000 for stucco-sided homes with four bedrooms and backyard pools. Homes in this range have at least a 6,000 sq. ft. lot size, many getting up to a half-acre. Mature trees shade lawns, and only the main roads have sidewalks. For those looking at Rio Linda's desert edges, properties with 5 acres or more start around $1 million. The median price of a single-family home in the area is $430,000.
Ranch homes are a common sight in Rio Linda.
Homeowners in Rio Linda take pride in their houses, and often have beautiful landscaping.
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Twin Rivers School District
Students in Rio Linda are part of the Twin Rivers Unified School District. Some students start at Dry Creek Elementary, which receives a B rating from Niche. Then, it's on to Rio Linda Preparatory Academy, which serves grades seven to eight and receives a C-plus rating. Rio Linda High School, right next door, gets a B-plus rating from Niche. The high school offers a Career Technical Education program in fields like agriculture, media studies and engineering, working to set its students up for the next steps into careers or further education.
Rio Linda Preparatory Academy is a great school close to Glenwood Meadows.
Sun begins to set over Rio Linda High School as students prepare for after school activities.
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Extensive outdoors opportunities
The Sacramento Northern Bikeway, a paved trail from Elverta into downtown Sacramento, runs right through the middle of the community. Along Dry Creek Parkway, there are fishing spots, walking trails and swimming opportunities in the summer. Rio Linda Central Park has equestrian trails and a horse arena. For those looking to try a more niche sport, Bell Acqua Lake Waterski School has three lakes to practice watersports on, and the nearby Roy Hayer Memorial Speedway teaches kids to race in motorized carts. For a larger park, the 325-acre Gibson Ranch Regional Park is only a few miles away. The Ranch has walking and equestrian trails, camping areas and lakeside views.
Three scenic lakes are part of Bell Acqua Lake Waterski School.
Residents of Rio Linda ride the Sacramento Northern Bike Trail for convenience and pleasure.
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Country Faire and other events
Rio Linda's biggest event is the annual Country Faire, which includes over 100 vendors, carnival rides and games. Residents get dressed up and enjoy a day of country fun; previous events have included pig races, pancake breakfast and an evening dance. The area has an active Recreation and Parks District, which hosts events like movies in the park and seasonal holiday celebrations. They also organize sports groups, art classes and senior programs at the Community Center.
Local retailers and restaurants
The Rio Linda Plaza is a central point for shopping and dining, offering a variety of stores and local businesses. The community has a Food 4 Less and a nearby Walmart Supercenter for groceries and essentials. For more extensive retail experiences, residents often travel to nearby areas in Sacramento, where a wider range of shopping malls and specialty stores can be found.
While Rio Linda’s dining scene isn’t particularly expansive, the local eateries provide a warm, welcoming atmosphere suffused with small-town charm. The Creekside Diner is a favorite for breakfast, known for their hospitality and home-cooked meals. Tummy's Sub Shop is a family-owned option for sandwiches, and although I & C bakery might have a wait sometimes, they make up for it with bread and pastries baked fresh daily.
Rio Linda is home to the I&C Bakery, the perfect place for cookies and cakes.
Many Rio Linda residents love shopping for groceries at the local Food4Less.
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Getting around Greater Sacramento
Rio Linda is 10 miles north of Sacramento and 13 miles southwest of Roseville. Commuters can face a 40-minute drive to either city during rush hour traffic. A bus line goes along Elkhorn Boulevard and M Street, but it’s a long trip by bus into downtown. The Sacramento International Airport is 10 miles away, and residents enjoy direct access without having to drive through the city.
Crime
The Sacramento County Sheriff's Department is responsible for law enforcement in the area, focusing on community policing efforts to maintain safety and address residents' concerns. The community boast a CAP crime index score of 3, below the national average of 4.
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