Small well-established community in north Sacramento
Set on Sacramento’s north side, Richardson Village is a well-established community centered on an elementary and a middle school, attracting many families and long-term residents. “There're still some original owners who bought their homes in the ‘50s and stayed, though it’s becoming less common,” says Barbara Krieger, a Realtor associate with Re/Maxx Gold who’s been working in north Sacramento since 1999. Area-low prices and fixer-uppers draw investors, and more than half of residents rent their homes. Parks and school playground are within walking distance, and plenty of local restaurants are a mile away on Del Paso Boulevard.
Speed bumps keep kids safe throughout Richardson Village.
Sun peeks through the clouds and lights up homes in Richardson Village at sunrise.
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A few miles from Interstate 80
Downtown Sacramento is 5 miles away, and most locals take Del Paso Boulevard and 16th Street to get there, as Interstate 80 is about 2 miles away. Sacramento Regional Transit buses stop along Norwood Avenue. The Kaiser Permanente Sacramento Medical Center is the closest hospital, about 4 miles away. Sacramento McClellan Airport is about 6 miles away, and Sacramento International Airport is a 13-mile trip.
Interstate 80 is just short distance to the north from Richardson Village.
Buses stack up at the Arden/Del Paso Station south of Richardson Village.
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Midcentury homes on raised foundations
The neighborhood's ranch-style homes and bungalows date as far back as the 1950s, and most have simple, unadorned exteriors and small, covered porches. Attached garages are common, though most residents park in their driveways or along the narrow streets. While the small, grassy front yards here are often unshaded, some are dotted with cypress and/or palm trees. Home prices range from $250,000 to $500,000, depending on how well a home has been maintained. The average home price in Richardson Village is $377,000, compared to $550,000 in greater Sacramento; these area-low prices tend to attract investors looking for fixer-uppers to renovate as rental properties.
When Richardson Village was first developed, north Sacramento was at a much higher risk of flooding, so most homes here are elevated about 20 feet; this can be a sticking point in some inspections. “They have raised foundations, so you got to go under the crawl space and make sure there’s no plumbing issues or anything like that,” Krieger says. Today, Sacramento as a whole is known to have poor air quality, but since its levees were raised in the late 20th century, the city's overall flood risk is greatly reduced.
Most homes in Richardson Village are single story.
Ranch-style homes are most popular in Richardson Village.
A few bungalow-style homes are available in Richardson Village.
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Local markets and longstanding diners on Del Paso Boulevard
There are a few corner stores just outside the neighborhood, including T&Y Market, which sells Asian imports and fresh produce. About a mile south, Del Paso Boulevard is lined with local eateries like Sammy’s Family Restaurant, which has been serving diner fare since 1944. Beto’s Mexican Restaurant is a fast-casual favorite and one of many Mexican eateries in the area. Foods Co. and Grocery Outlet are also within a few miles.
Try the meatloaf breakfast special at Lil Joes just south of Richardson Village.
Grocery Outlet is where residents of Richardson Village can find groceries.
Man rides bike to Beto's Taqueria to pickup delicious food.
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Community cricket games at Richardson Village Park
The 9-acre Richardson Village Park has wide open grass fields and a small playground. Every Thursday, the Sacramento Valley Cricket Club meets here for open practice, welcoming players of all skill levels. The nearby Johnston Park has basketball courts, soccer fields and a swimming pool where locals can cool off during the usual summer heat waves.
German Shepard shows off speed at Richardson Village Park.
Willis Acres residents can practice their jump shot at Johnston Park.
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Multiple schools within walking distance
Las Palmas Elementary, which earns a C from Niche, is split into two campuses: the west serves kindergarten through Grade 2, while the east serves Grades 3 through 6. Students can continue to middle school at the C-rated Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy, which like the elementary school, features a Dual Language Immersion Program in Spanish. The B-rated Grant Union High offers specialty academies in criminal justice, environmental science and sports health.
Crossing guards keep children safe at Las Palmas Elementary.
Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy has a garden for horticulture opportunities.
Grant Union High School is one of the top schools in the area.
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The annual Sacramento Taco Festival
The Sacramento Taco Festival is held each October along Del Paso Boulevard. This lively street festival includes lots of food vendors, live music and wrestling. In addition to tacos, the event is known for offering an array of creative margaritas.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,182
Median Age
32
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
30.8%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$43,499
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,599
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
70%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
0%
Advanced Degrees
0%
% Population in Labor Force
54.8%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
18''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
57/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
49/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
29/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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