Arden Terrace
Driveable districts along Arden Way, Fulton and Watt Avenues
Besides being this neighborhood’s east-west thoroughfare, Arden Way hosts many of the area’s businesses. This southernmost district has everything from fast food to car dealerships, in addition to local spots. One of those spots is Leatherby’s Family Creamery, voted the No. 1 ice cream in Sacramento for over 40 years. “If you come to Arden, you have to try it out,” says Jimenez. It’s been a family-run business since 1982, and this is the original location of the now-five-store chain. For a meal and a chat with the owners, Wenelli’s Pizza doesn’t disappoint. “If you’re not from here, you probably don’t know about it,” continues Jimenez. “Two best friends opened it, Wendy and Shelly. They combined their names and made it Wenelli’s, and there’s always one of them working in there. It’s small, so they’ll remember you and your order.”Connected to Arden Way, Fulton Avenue offers more options along the neighborhood’s west side: Basha Taste of Jerusalem and Kabob House are just two examples, and they’re near a Target. Watt Avenue, another offshoot along the east side, has even more places. Here, Babylon City Market is a local grocer that specializes in Mediterranean food, while Sakura Grill and Café offers a Chinese buffet. Shoppers can find Costco with a rare, connected gas station; those looking for entertainment can visit Rebounderz Trampoline Park or Country Club Cinema.
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Downtown route via Route 160, public transit
Route 160 goes by many names. Whether commuters call it the North Sacramento Freeway, the Lincoln Highway or simply 160, it’s accessible via Arden Way and leads 7 miles into downtown. Watt Avenue and Route 50 provide an alternative route. Another option is the No. 82 bus from Kaiser Permanente Sacramento Medical Center, which connects to the Light Rail’s Gold Line. This route takes around 45 minutes while driving takes only 15. Rush-hour traffic can often clog the freeways, though.Rental market with townhomes and ranch-styles
While renters make up over 70% of this market, homebuyers have options in Arden Terrace. Two-bed townhomes are in the Casitas Arden community, south of Arden Way. They’re usually above 1,000 square feet and range from $280,000 to $340,000. North of Arden Way and east of the hospital, traditional ranch-styles typically have 1,500 square feet and above. Buyers pay more for extra space, and three-beds range from $440,00 to $470,000; four-beds are between $540,000 and $720,000. Overall prices are lower than Arden Oaks and Arden Park, but they’re higher than Arden Gardens and Encina. Sizeable yards are almost double those of Arden Manor, but they’re similar to Arden Gardens and Encina. The CAP Index Crime Score is two points above the national average as of May 2024.
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Events of all sizes: Arden Park and Cal Expo
While there aren’t many events in Arden Terrace itself, neighboring Arden Park holds a ton. This green space hosts Movies in the Park, a summer series on Friday nights, as well as holiday events such as Trunk or Treat and the Arden Easter Eggstravaganza. For large-scale events, Cal Expo is 3 miles west. This outdoor facility hosts musicians for Country In The Park in mid-May, and the Sacramento County Fair arrives later in the month.
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Close to San Juan Unified Schools, Johnson Middle revamp
Students can start at Cottage Elementary, just north of the neighborhood and rated a C-plus by Niche. It serves kindergarten through sixth grade, and it hosts family movie nights and an annual Jog-A-Thon. A mile west on the Arden Expressway, Katherine Johnson Middle doesn’t have a rating from Niche yet and serves sixth through eighth grade. Encina Preparatory High receives a C and is on the same campus. This space won’t be shared for much longer, though, as the San Juan Unified School Board unanimously voted in 2022 to give Johnson Middle its own campus. The Board is also adjusting boundaries for this western region of the District, and implementation is expected by the 2025-26 school year.Getting outside: Cottage, Howe and Santa Anita Parks
Right next to Cottage Elementary, Cottage Park is a hub for the outdoors. Its community center hosts afterschool programs and youth camps, and its community pool is open from April to September. Howe Park, a mile west, caters to sports enthusiasts with multiple courts and baseball fields. Plus, its walking trails wrap around a pond and connect to Santa Anita Park, east across Bell Street. This greenway has a half-mile wooded trail through a neighborhood, in addition to a disc golf course. About 2 miles north of Arden Terrace, Del Paso Country Club offers championship golf to its members.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Lizbeth Alarcon
Lizbeth Alarcon
eXp Realty of Northern Califor
(707) 615-1824
313 Total Sales
1 in Arden Terrace
$500,088 Price
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Josephine Tov
Josephine Tov
Portfolio Real Estate
(916) 249-8474
25 Total Sales
1 in Arden Terrace
$349,000 Price
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Parm Atwal
Parm Atwal
KW Sac Metro
(279) 205-4366
458 Total Sales
1 in Arden Terrace
$303,050 Price
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Samantha Olazabal
Samantha Olazabal
Responds QuicklyKW Vaca Valley
(650) 699-5384
32 Total Sales
1 in Arden Terrace
$290,000 Price
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Douglas Pankey
DP
Douglas Pankey
Responds QuicklyRed Lime Real Estate
(925) 430-7934
530 Total Sales
1 in Arden Terrace
$375,000 Price
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Debra Olson
Debra Olson
Responds QuicklyRedfin Corporation
(916) 823-8458
137 Total Sales
1 in Arden Terrace
$465,000 Price
Schools
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View GreatSchools Rating Methodology
- 6th to 12th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
- 9th to 12th
- Private
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Parks in this Area
Crabtree Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Tennis
- Playground
Orville Wright Park
Santa Anita Park
- Disc Golf
- Picnic Area
Deterding Park
- Picnic Area
- Pool
- Playground
Howe Community Park
Cottage Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Pool
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Arden Terrace | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 5 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 8 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8 | 4 |
| Larceny | 7 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Arden Terrace Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Arden Terrace, Sacramento sell after 75 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Arden Terrace, Sacramento over the last 12 months is $450,000, up 15% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$489,900
Median Sale Price
$450,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$395,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$450,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
27
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
15%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$897
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
317
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1954
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,617
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,089
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,240
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,018
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$620,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,680 Sq Ft
- 1808 Richmond St
- New 6 days ago
This 4-bedroom, 2-bath home sits on almost a quarter of an acre and is packed with thoughtful details you won't find in your average remodel. Nearly the entire back of the home is window-lined, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor flow that feels more like a boutique retreat than a typical single-family home. Step from your open-concept kitchen decked out with custom cabinetry, waterfall quartz
Delanee Keenan eXp Realty of California Inc.
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$625,000
- 5 Beds
- 3 Baths
- 1,957 Sq Ft
- 1733 Bonnie Way
- New 11 days ago
Beautiful upgraded and move-in ready! This spacious home boasts laminate floors throughout, a fully remodeled kitchen with sleek counters, custom cabinetry, and modern finishes. Enjoy the light-filled great room with a gorgeous skylight. A large living area/rec room with separate entrance offers endless flexibility. Sitting on an RD-5 lot, the property includes a detached ADU with private yard,
Helen Wong Premier Realty
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$338,000
- 2 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,166 Sq Ft
- 3217 Casitas Bonito
- New 14 days ago
Gorgeous 2-bedroom, 2.5 bathroom artistic retreat with high-end finishes throughout - nothing spared. Beautifully updated 2-story townhouse with spacious detached 2-car garage. Provides secured direct access to a fully enclosed back patio leading to an interior. 3rd uncovered parking space included directly next to the garage. Lives like a single family home. Open concept great for entertaining
Pam Petterle Windermere Signature Properties Sierra Oaks
Homes for Rent
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$1,340 - $1,650 per month
- Arden Palms Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 550+ Sq Ft
- 1863 Watt Ave
- Sacramento, CA
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$1,495 - $1,905 per month
- Ardendale Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 684+ Sq Ft
- 3457 Ardendale Ln
- Sacramento, CA
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$1,645 - $1,745 per month
- Hacienda Apartments
- 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 860+ Sq Ft
- 2666 Cottage Way
- Sacramento, CA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
3,056
Median Age
39
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
26.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$52,342
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$69,011
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
86.2%
College Graduates
22.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.6%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
60.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
19''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
94°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
69
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
73
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
37
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Arden Manor
Longtime residents and first-time buyers in this eastern Sacramento suburb
Cottage Park
Quiet suburb in northeast Sacramento, budget-friendly
Del Paso Manor
Classic ranch homes, surrounding a neighborhood school
Arden Oaks
A strong sense of community accompanies large estates east of Sacramento
Fulton-El Camino
Midcentury homes and casual restaurants surrounding Howe Community Park
Arden Gardens
A bustling suburb near one of Arden-Arcade's largest parks and malls
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