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Curtis Park

Curtis Park

3.8
$781,786 Average Value
$487 Average Price per Sq Ft
15 Homes For Sale

Living in the "Neighborhood of Trees"

Anyone stepping into Curtis Park will immediately take notice of its towering elm and palm trees lining the streets, which has resulted in the neighborhood's nickname: "Neighborhood of Trees." There's even more greenery at its namesake park, where residents often gather for events. Mairin Haley, a lifelong Sacramento resident and Realtor, describes the area as "a quaint place with very rich roots and history." Haley: "Everyone here is extremely friendly. someone is definitely going to stop to talk to your dog when you're on a walk." The town is about a 1.4-mile drive away from Midtown.

From Bungalows to Tudors

Many homes here were built during the 1930s-1940s. While housing styles vary, the neighborhood is known mainly for its Victorians, bungalows and Tudors. "Many of the wealthy families back in the day had homes built here," says Haley. "It was affluent then and still is now." Most residents are homeowners, at 65%, while the remaining are renters at 35%. Prices start at $600,000 and go up to $1.6 million for larger or older homes. The median sale price is about $720,000.

Supportive programs at McClathy High School

Children can begin their studies at Bret Harte Elementary School, which receives a C rating from Niche. Students can then continue at California Middle School and C.K. McClatchy High School, earning B and B-plus overall ratings. C.K. McClatchy High School offers the ASSETs program to its students, which provides extra enrichment outside of the classroom. These courses can be taken for credit. Some of the lessons include Jazz Band, Theater Production, Life Guarding and ESL Academic Success.

Enjoying the day at Curtis Park

Curtis Park shares a name with this park, a green space that spans over 18 acres. There are picnic tables, ball fields, a play area and tennis courts. The park features a trail that is about a mile long and is frequently used for walking and jogging. Community events are also held regularly at the park. "There are events organized by the neighborhood, like Little League and Soccer Club. People are always walking here: lots of pets and families going around having a great time."

Shopping & Dining at Curtis Park

The neighborhood is primarily residential, but there is a small retail corridor. Dining options include Hop Gardens, Cafe Dantorels and Gunther's Ice Cream. Cafe Dantorels is a local favorite, serving crepes, sandwiches, pasta and omelets. Haley personally recommends the Eggs Benedict. Hop Gardens is a taproom that also serves Neapolitan-style pizzas. For groceries, residents can head to Safeway, located south of the neighborhood. For more options, Midtown is about a 1.5-mile drive away.

Consuming 500 pounds of crab

The Sierra 2 Center for the Arts & Community provides a space for gatherings. The Sierra Curtis Neighborhood Association holds the Curtis Park Crab Feed at the center, where nearly 500 pounds of crabs and plenty of craft beer and local wine are consumed. The Center also hosts an annual Easter Parade, Egg Hunt and a Wine Tasting and Silent Auction. The center also has a senior center, and it holds classes ranging from dance to meditation to Kung fu.

Traveling with Interstate 5

Curtis Park is bordered by Highway 50 and Highway 99. Also nearby is Interstate 5, which residents can take to Sacramento International Airport, about a 12.5-mile drive away. There are also public transportation options, such as buses that run on Franklin Blvd and Broadway.

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Transit

Airport

Sacramento International

22 min drive

Bus

Sutterville Rd & 24th St (Wb)

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Franklin Blvd & 5th Ave (Nb)

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Franklin Blvd & 6th Ave (Sb)

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Franklin Blvd & 12th Ave (Nb)

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Franklin Blvd & 2nd Ave (Sb)

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21st St & Markham Way (Nb)

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Franklin Blvd & 4th Ave (Sb)

Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.8 9 Reviews
3.0 Current Resident
11/22/2019 Niche Review
Curtis Park is a wonderful neighborhood with lots of nice people. The houses are mostly very old with gorgeous architecture. The community is for the most part welcoming, although, it is unfortunately not very diverse.
4.0 Current Resident
1/28/2018 Niche Review
Having lived my whole life in Curtis Park, I can attest to the fact that Curtis Park is an excellent place to grow up. The combination of quiet streets, sidewalks, and accessible parks creates a feeling of security, while the older houses and remarkable foliage make it a uniquely beautiful neighborhood whose quaintness epitomizes the experience of living there.
4.0 Current Resident
12/29/2019 Niche Review
Great neighborhood to live in, probably the most interesting in Sacramento. You do have to be willing to send your kids to private school, the local elementary is one of the worst in California.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Curtis Park US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 5 4
Crime Score 4 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,925
Number of Homes for Sale
15
Median Year Built
1927
Months of Supply
2.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,615
Below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,062
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791

Open Houses

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
4
Median Rent
$2,174
Median Single Family Home Rent
$3,099
Median 4 Bedroom Single Family Home Rent
$3,099
Median Condo Rent
$1,250
Median 1 Bedroom Condo Rent
$1,250

Demographics

Total Population
5,993
Median Age
44
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.7%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
22.1%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$110,795
Significantly above the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$139,927

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
94.7%
College Graduates
66.4%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
32.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
70.8%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Moderately bikeable

Bikeability®

60 / 100

Moderately walkable

Walkability®

70 / 100

Some public transit

Transit®

50 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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