Bordered by Howe and Fulton avenues, Encina is surrounded by shopping malls and restaurants. The neighborhood’s interior includes apartments and condos with some enclaves of single-family homes, often within walking distance of nearby schools. The central location and convenience are the community’s main draws, with nearby commuter routes to Downtown Sacramento, only about 6 miles away.
Thanks to major commercial corridors like Arden Way and Howe Avenue, you'll be surrounded by shopping centers and national retailers. “You have Howe ‘Bout Arden shopping center, which brings in a ton of people,” says Cameron Freelove of Century 21 Select Real Estate, who has over half a decade of experience in the area. “Along Howe, Fulton, Fair Oaks and really anywhere in between, you have shopping, a spot for coffee or a restaurant.” The Howe ‘Bout Arden shopping center has discount outlets for stores like Nike, while the nearby Pavilions shopping area centers on upscale boutiques and fine dining restaurants like Piatti, which serves Italian. Casual options closer to home include Toasted Rooster Cafe, a popular spot for breakfast.
Though the neighborhood as a whole is mostly made up of commercial centers and apartments, there are small residential pockets. This includes high-density options like condos, which can range from the lower $100,000s to the lower $300,000s. These properties often come with access to community amenities like swimming pools. “While there are more multifamily homes in the neighborhood overall, the area near the schools has single-family homes, which is nice because kids can walk to school,” says Freelove. These areas have a more suburban feel with flat, grassy front yards and midcentury ranch-style architecture. Single-family homes and duplexes range from the mid $400,000s to the mid $500,000s, usually depending on size.
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The San Juan Unified School District serves the community. Greer Elementary School and Encina Preparatory High School are both located in the center of the neighborhood, making it convenient for kids who want to walk to school. Arden Middle School is highly rated, offering sports programs including cross-country and wrestling, as well as lunchtime activities such as book club. Families can apply for an intradistrict transfer to another school through the district’s lottery school choice system, depending on availability.
Commuters are about 6 miles from downtown Sacramento, accessible via the Capital Express Connector or Interstate 80. Encina is also popular with staff and faculty at California State University, Sacramento, also known as Sac State. “Downtown is probably 15 minutes away or less, and Sac State is maybe a 5-minute drive,” says Kaelee Cornell, a Sacramento native and real estate agent with Exp Realty. “If you’re going to the college, you’re more than likely riding your bike. It’s very commutable.”
Rodrigo Hernandez
Providence Properties
(916) 318-3309
25 Total Sales
1 in Encina
$264,000 Price
Jason Hamilton
eXp Realty of Northern California, Inc.
(916) 566-5981
74 Total Sales
1 in Encina
$225,000 Price
Mike Huetter
Coldwell Banker Realty
(916) 619-0073
35 Total Sales
1 in Encina
$265,000 Price
Terrelle Keys
GUIDE Real Estate
(279) 203-0524
103 Total Sales
1 in Encina
$380,000 Price
Melinda Shrader
Coldwell Banker Realty
(916) 545-9585
225 Total Sales
1 in Encina
$450,000 Price
Donisia Marquis-Knight
Realty One Group Elite
(925) 396-9332
53 Total Sales
1 in Encina
$265,000 Price
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Encina | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 5 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 8 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 7 | 4 |
| Robbery | 6 | 4 |
| Burglary | 7 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
| Larceny | 8 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 6 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
On average, homes in Encina, Sacramento sell after 60 days on the market compared to the national average of 58 days. The median sale price for homes in Encina, Sacramento over the last 12 months is $256,500, down 19% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
$219,000
Rare infill development opportunity in a high-demand Sacramento location. This 0.57-acre lot is zoned RD-30 (Multi-Residential), allowing for medium- to high-density residential development (buyer to verify). The parcel is level, fenced, and surrounded by established apartments and residential homes, making it ideal for multi-family units, townhomes, or a small residential income project.
Jasmine Sunkara eXp Realty of California Inc.
$459,000
Welcome to Portofino, a gated community with only 26 homes inside its beautifully landscaped oasis. 2270 Monte Cassino Lane, is just minutes from Downtown Sacramento, Arden Fair shopping mall, dinning, Sacramento State University, Cal Expo , Raley Field, major freeways and just walking distance from schools. Step inside to the open concept of family living and dining area, with newer all electric
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