Central Oak Park
Neighborhood Reviews
Recently renovated Craftsman bungalows and midcentury properties
Housing in Central Oak Park includes Craftsman bungalows from the 1910s and ‘20s, as well as minimal traditional ranch-style homes and bungalows from the mid to late-20th century. “A lot of the homes have old charm, similar to East Sacramento,” Rollman says. “There has been a real push to rebuild with people moving in and fixing up the homes. It’s exciting to see that vibrancy.” Properties typically feature stucco or vinyl exteriors and small front yards with iron or wooden fencing. Mature pine, oak and palm trees shade narrow sidewalks, and streets are lined with parked cars on both sides. Older homes are in various stages of repair, ranging in price from about $250,000 to $600,000. The area is prone to flooding, and some lenders may require flood insurance.
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Local restaurants on Broadway and Stockton Boulevard
Many popular shops and restaurants are just north on Broadway, within walking distance of Central Oak Park. Fixins Soul Kitchen is a local favorite for southern classics like fried chicken and grits. On the same block, Old Soul café serves lattes and breakfast next to Underground Books, a bookstore operated by local nonprofit St. Hope. Although Central Oak Park has less retail, several restaurants line Stockton Boulevard on the neighborhood’s east side. Opened in 1953, Luigi’s Pizza Parlor prides itself on its homemade pizza dough. The historic Colonial Theatre, built in the early 1940s, hosts cabaret shows, live music and other performances. Local bands often play at The Colony, a smaller venue next door. Nearby grocery options include neighborhood corner stores like Stanford Market and chains like Smart & Final. The Oak Park Farmers Market in McClatchy Park opens every Saturday from May until November, with local vendors selling produce and artisanal goods.
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Annual events at McClatchy Park and other community activities
Lots of community groups and nonprofits hold events within Central Oak Park. Annual events include Celebrate Oak Park, held in June at McClatchy with kids STEAM activities, free ice cream and community resources. Community Shop Class on Stockton Boulevard teaches carpentry and other trades in an inclusive environment. At the center of the neighborhood, the city-operated Oak Park Community Center hosts kids' game nights and senior activities like ping pong tournaments. The nonprofit City of Refuge Sacramento provides free resources like diapers and weekly use of their laundry machines and showers. Once a month, the organization opens The Front Porch, a small community-building event with rocking chairs, dinner and an open mic.Specialty programs at Hiram W. Johnson High
Within Central Oak Park, families can walk to Father Keith B. Kenny Elementary, which has a C grade on Niche. The B-plus-rated California Middle offers over a dozen after-school activities, including a Taylor Swift Club and Mathletes teams. Hiram W. Johnson High, rated B-minus, houses specialty programs and pathways in law, business and medical sciences. For higher education, University of the Pacific's McGeorge School of Law is in the neighborhood’s west end, and Sacramento City College is nearby.
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Carnival-themed playgrounds and athletic courts at McClatchy Park
The 15-acre McClatchy Park, on the neighborhood’s west side, was once home to the Joyland amusement park. It now has a carnival-themed playground paying homage to the park’s history. The park also features a baseball field, two tennis courts and a nine-hole disc golf course. During hot California summers, when temperatures rise well above 90 degrees, locals can beat the heat at the park’s public pool. Smaller parks with playgrounds and basketball courts can be found around the park’s north and south ends, including Jack Davis Park and Fourth Avenue Park. Tanama Garden, on the neighborhood’s east side, is a community garden where volunteers work together to grow produce and other flora.
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Commuting to downtown Sacramento or the nearby UC Davis Medical Center
California State Route 99 forms the neighborhood’s western border, contributing to road noise during the day. Those who work in downtown Sacramento have a 4-mile commute, while UC Davis Medical Center, another major employer, is less than 2 miles away. Construction is underway on a large expansion project for the medical center, which will add over 300 rooms along with other new facilities. The addition is expected to bring many jobs to the area and will most likely be finished by 2030. Bike lanes and Sacramento Regional Transit bus stops line major roadways like Broadway and Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard. The Sacramento International Airport is about 16 miles away.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Jasmine Sunkara
Jasmine Sunkara
Big Block Realty North
(916) 571-0681
317 Total Sales
2 in Central Oak Park
$275K - $330K Price Range
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Lizbeth Alarcon
Lizbeth Alarcon
eXp Realty of Northern Califor
(707) 615-1824
313 Total Sales
1 in Central Oak Park
$518,000 Price
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Amit Parmar
Amit Parmar
LaBella Realty
(916) 888-8775
42 Total Sales
1 in Central Oak Park
$350,000 Price
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Tan Nguyen
Tan Nguyen
Akimax Lending
(669) 356-6240
76 Total Sales
2 in Central Oak Park
$353K - $358K Price Range
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Judy Cuong
Judy Cuong
Portfolio Real Estate
(279) 399-5853
304 Total Sales
2 in Central Oak Park
$385K - $565K Price Range
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Daniel Sapata
Daniel Sapata
Realty One Group Complete
(916) 823-8444
16 Total Sales
1 in Central Oak Park
$320,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 12th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Richard and Annette Bloch Cancer Survivors Park
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Jack Davis Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
McClatchy Park
Oak Park Playground
Curtis Park
Fourth Avenue Park
- Basketball
- Grills
- Picnic Area
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
6/18/2014
Niche Review
There's an occasional food outside market
8/29/2017
Niche Review
I have lived in Oak Park for the last 30 years. Before it was family-orientated loving everybody knew everybody. Now it is gang infested, we need to invest in the community, we need to uplift with love and be family-oriented again .
11/26/2018
Niche Review
I would love to see non black people help the black families in the community keep their homes instead of buying them an selling them and fix up the abandoned homes an rent them to people with section 8 housing vouchers that pass rental credit checks and not ask for 2 to 3 times the rent because in all reality if section 8 voucher holder made 2 to 3 times the rent they would NOT be alloed to be on section 8 so help change the neighborhood by hiring the people that live there to help build the houses an clean them up you can save also provide some neighborhood watch u iforms an help them to help their neighborhood by looking out over it
7/11/2019
Niche Review
Everyone from here is extremely friendly and loving to their neighbors. The opportunities that come from this area are outstanding and unmatched by most areas in Sacramento. I would, however, like to see less gentrification of the area.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Central Oak Park | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Central Oak Park Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Central Oak Park, Sacramento sell after 58 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Central Oak Park, Sacramento over the last 12 months is $350,000.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$389,001
Median Sale Price
$350,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$444,743
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$309,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$369,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
134
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$224
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,634
Number of Homes for Sale
27
Median Year Built
1938
Months of Supply
2.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,064
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,536
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$515,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,112 Sq Ft
- 4140 Broadway
- New 21 hours ago
Opportunity Knocks on this vibrant Oak Park Duplex. Both units are 2bedrooms and 1bath. Both units were renovated in 2021. Both units feature wood laminate flooring, granite countertops, stainless steel kitchen sinks, and new kitchen cabinets with gas stoves. Updated bathrooms with a solid surface shower surround upstairs, tile shower surround downstairs, & updated vanities with granite counter
Ron Benning LPT Realty, Inc
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$339,900
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 920 Sq Ft
- 3822 47th St
- New 4 days ago
Step into your dream starter home, move-in ready and bursting with modern upgrades! This gem sparkles with a newer roof, energy-efficient dual-pane windows, and a stunning kitchen that showcases sleek quartz countertops, chic new cabinets, and shiny stainless steel appliances (installed prior to appraisal). Fresh laminate flooring flows throughout, complemented by stylish new lighting and a fully
Scott Patel Diamond Star Real Estate Group
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
5,458
Median Age
36
Population Density
14 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
10.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$62,544
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$75,340
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
82.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
30.4%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
10.1%
% Population in Labor Force
63.9%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
18''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Very Bikeable
Bike Score®
82
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
73
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
40
/ 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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