East Sacramento
A historic area that maintains its integrity
In the late 1800s and early 1900s, East Sacramento was a township with its own trolly system, evidenced by the wide streets that served as trolly turnarounds. In 1911, the area officially became part of the city of Sacramento. Early on, developers gave buyers the option to build any style of home they wanted, which is why there’s such diverse architecture in the neighborhood today. Since then, a few apartment buildings have been established, but the area remains primarily single-family residences on wide streets with sidewalks. “It used to be more of a suburb, but that’s changed over time,” Little says. “You can walk to the park, there are coffee shops and restaurants within walking distance. It hasn’t lost its small-town feel.”Known for the Fab Forties
East Sacramento's well-kept historic homes, ranging from quaint post-war cottages to extravagant estates, define the area. The neighborhood is known for its iconic "Fab 40s" homes, and features wide avenues lined with canopies of trees and picturesque pre-World War II homes on larger lots. Most of the neighborhood is made up of Tudor-style, Dutch Colonial, and Spanish revival architecture. Some homeowners add pools to the landscape. Home sizes vary widely, from tiny bungalows selling shy of a million dollars to sprawling multimillion-dollar estates. The actual price range is $525,000 to $2.2 million. “In East Sacramento, you’re going to get smaller lots, but you have homes built in the early 1900s that have so much charm and character,” says Realtor Sara Raudelunes of Nick Sadek Sotheby’s International Realty, who lives in East Sacramento. “The Fab 40s are spectacular. It’s really known for the Christmas lights. Every street goes all out. You could spend an hour just going up and down a few streets.”A place to stop and smell the roses
One of the most popular parks in the area is the 32-acre McKinley Park, which provides a small duck pond, a community pool, an expansive playground, tennis courts and playing fields. It is also home to the McKinley Rose Garden, featuring 1,200 rose bushes situated along grassy paths. Adjacent to the garden is the Shepard Garden and Arts Center, a meeting place for clubs that focus on horticulture, flower arranging, conservation, history, antiques, and the arts, including painting, photography, ceramics, metalwork, weaving and other crafts.Elementary school offers students a global perspective
Students can attend Caleb Greenwood Elementary School, an International Baccalaureate (IB) Primary Years Program World School offering a rigorous and balanced K-6 inquiry program with a global perspective. Niche gives the school an A-minus. Miwak Middle School has a score of B-plus from Niche, and Rosemont High School received a B grade.Walk to shopping and dining
East Sacramento has plenty of restaurants to choose from, and many are within walking distance for residents, particularly those living on the western and eastern edges of the community. Some popular East Sacramento haunts include Selland's Market Cafe, Hawks Public House and OBO' Italian Table & Bar. Quaint neighborhood boutiques sell gifts and antiques.A fast commute to the city center
East Sacramento has easy access to Highways 50 and 80. It's also about 4 miles to Sacramento's Capitol Mall, providing a short commute for those working downtown or at Sutter Medical, Mercy Hospital, or the Sacramento campuses of UC Davis. Sacramento International Airport is a 14-mile drive via Interstate 5. Bus and train services are also available.
Agents Specializing in this Area
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Chris Little
Little Real Estate Services
(916) 848-7938
36 Total Sales
11 in East Sacramento
$553K - $1M Price Range
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Asia Allen
Better Homes and Gardens RE
(916) 426-0597
34 Total Sales
1 in East Sacramento
$422,500 Price
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Shaun Alston
Eagle Realty
(279) 239-4121
100 Total Sales
1 in East Sacramento
$869,359 Price
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Paloma Begin
Compass
(279) 203-0571
144 Total Sales
19 in East Sacramento
$442K - $1.6M Price Range
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Dana Gray
Coldwell Banker Realty
(916) 848-7500
82 Total Sales
2 in East Sacramento
$660K - $965K Price Range
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Scott Ostrode
Keller Williams Realty EDH
(916) 619-3209
238 Total Sales
1 in East Sacramento
$1,525,000 Price
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | East Sacramento | US |
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Homicide | 2 | 4 |
Sexual Assault | 3 | 4 |
Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
Robbery | 3 | 4 |
Burglary | 5 | 4 |
Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
Larceny | 5 | 4 |
Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
East Sacramento Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in East Sacramento, Sacramento sell after 75 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in East Sacramento, Sacramento over the last 12 months is $382,900, down 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Neighborhood Facts
Open Houses
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Thursday, Jul 311 - 4pm
$1,150,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,322 Sq Ft
- 1045 35th St
- New 5 days ago
Welcome to 1045 35th St, a beautifully upgraded home nestled in one of Sacramento's most desirable neighborhoods. This timeless property features 3 spacious bedrooms, 2 updated bathrooms, and a bright, open living space filled with natural light. The remodeled kitchen boasts quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and updated cabinetryperfect for cooking and entertaining. Step outside to
Jason Habeeb GUIDE Real Estate
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Sunday, Aug 32 - 4pm
$749,900
- 2 Beds
- 1.5 Baths
- 1,285 Sq Ft
- 1732 40th St
This beautiful Craftsman Bungalow has the original 1920's charm of yesteryear with modern conveniences. The hardwood floors, built-in cabinetry, wood burning fireplace, large picture windows, wood baseboards, and crown moldings are just some of the original features. Modern touches include central heat and air, a 200 amp panel, tankless water heater, an added 1/2 bath, and a remodeled kitchen.
David Kirrene Dunnigan, REALTORS
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