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Ben Ali

Ben Ali

Neighborhood in Sacramento, California

Sacramento County 95815

$348,968 Average Value
$351 Average Price per Sq Ft

Convenient location in North Sacramento

Set between Interstate 80 and Sacramento’s Blue Line light rail, Ben Ali offers convenience for commuters. “It’s only about 6 miles from downtown,” says Brian Mitry, a local Realtor at Guide Real Estate with over 15 years of experience. “You get entry-level homes with great proximity to downtown at a third of the price point. You’d never be able to find that in a place like San Fransisco.” Though parks and community gathering spaces are somewhat limited, residents are only a few miles from Arden Fair Mall, Del Paso Regional Park and Cal Expo, which hosts the California State Fair and other events throughout the year. Substantial road noise from the freeway can be heard during rush hour, and the neighborhood has a CAP Index crime score of 7 out of 10, compared to a national score of 4.

Midcentury properties at a relatively low price point

Minimal traditional ranch-style homes, cottages and duplexes in Ben Ali were built mainly from the late 1940s until the early ‘80s, usually featuring two or three bedrooms. However, a small infill development in 2006 added a handful of three- to four-bedroom new traditional properties with Spanish Revival-style elements like barrel tile roofs. Home prices largely depend on age and condition, typically ranging from $300,000 to $500,000. Lots tend to be compact, with flat square front yards dotted with palm trees and either wrought iron or wooden fences. The all-ages Sacramento Mobile Home & RV park has manufactured properties from the late-20th century for between $5,000 and $60,000, depending on the home's condition.

Located on a floodplain, many homes in Ben Ali are at risk of flooding during heavy rainfall. However, flood insurance isn’t required in this area. As with any older community, buyers should be sure to complete thorough home inspections. “Nowadays, with insurance, it’s important to get your roof inspected,” Mitry says. “The insurance companies may require it to get coverage.”
This older ranch-style home has a brick base with only a single car garage in Ben Ali.
This older ranch-style home has a brick base with only a single car garage in Ben Ali.
This cute Bungalow home has a small garage in back and gated yard in Ben Ali.
This cute Bungalow home has a small garage in back and gated yard in Ben Ali.
This updated home has a Spanish revival style to it in Ben Ali.
This updated home has a Spanish revival style to it in Ben Ali.
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Golf facilities at Del Paso Regional Park

Ben Ali has limited green space, but locals can find parks in neighboring communities. The 624-acre Del Paso Regional Park is home to the Haggin Oaks Golf Complex, which includes two public 18-hole courses and a driving range, as well as a softball complex and equestrian trails. John Mackey Memorial Park is just north, featuring a 9-hole disc golf course and two playgrounds surrounded by groves of mature oak trees. Sacramento is known to have intense summer heat waves and generally poor air quality.
A nine hole disc golf course makes practicing your game at John Mackey Memorial Park convenient.
A nine hole disc golf course makes practicing your game at John Mackey Memorial Park convenient.
Del Paso Regional Park offers excellent baseball amenities.
Del Paso Regional Park offers excellent baseball amenities.
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Specialty programs at Grant Union High

The nearby D. W. Babcock Elementary earns a C-minus from Niche. The public Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy serves local middle schoolers and earns the same rating. The B-rated Grant Union High offers classes in environmental horticulture, sports medicine and California natural resources.
D.W. Babcock Elementary School is just one of the few great schools in Arden Gardens.
D.W. Babcock Elementary School is just one of the few great schools in Arden Gardens.
Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy is a highly rated school in the area.
Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy is a highly rated school in the area.
Grant Union High School is one of the top schools in the area.
Grant Union High School is one of the top schools in the area.
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Visiting the California State Fair in July

Cal Expo hosts the annual California State Fair every July, about 3 miles south. The weeklong festival features agricultural and livestock showcases, carnival rides and food vendors. Other events held at Cal Expo include the Sac Town Rodeo and concerts from touring musicians.

Close to Interstate 80 and the Sacramento light rail

Downtown Sacramento is about 6 miles away on Interstate 80, though noise pollution from the freeway is considerable. Railroad tracks on the other side of the neighborhood also contribute to overall noise, with passenger trains passing by throughout the day. On the other side of the railroad tracks, there’s a light rail station served by Sacramento’s Blue Line, which is popular with commuters and stops downtown. Sacramento Regional Transit bus routes also stop nearby, and bike lanes line Auburn Boulevard and El Camino Avenue. Kaiser Permanente Sacramento Medical Center is 3 miles away, while Sacramento International Airport is about 16 miles away.

Local shops and proximity to Arden Fair Mall

Auto shops and other small businesses are scattered around the neighborhood. On the other side of the freeway, Sarom's Southern Kitchen serves barbeque and house-made pies. Arden Fair Mall is only a few miles away, packed with retailers like Macy’s and Forever 21, plus upscale eateries like Seasons 52 with its seasonal menu of American dishes. Nearby grocery stores like Trader Joe’s and Walmart Neighborhood Market are found at the corner of Marconi and Fulton Avenues.
Sarom’s Southern Kitchen serves the best Shrimp and Grits near Ben Ali.
Sarom’s Southern Kitchen serves the best Shrimp and Grits near Ben Ali.
The Arden Fair Mall is the nearest indoor shopping center near Ben Ali.
The Arden Fair Mall is the nearest indoor shopping center near Ben Ali.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Sacramento International

21 min drive

Bus

Marconi Ave & Connie Dr (Wb)

Bus

Marconi Ave & Connie Dr (Eb)

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Ben Ali US
Homicide 7 4
Sexual Assault 7 4
Assault with Weapon 9 4
Robbery 9 4
Burglary 8 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 8 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 7 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Ben Ali Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$345,000
Median Sale Price
$357,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$357,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
19%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$351

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
336
Median Year Built
1946
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,038
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,537
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
1,747
Median Age
34
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
28.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.8%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$38,435
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$45,492

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
64.7%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
5.4%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.9%
% Population in Labor Force
57.7%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
18''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

61 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

30 / 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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