Westlake
Neighborhood Reviews
College credit opportunity at Inderkum High School
Local kids may attend Natomas Unified district schools, including Paso Verde, which serves kindergarten through Grade 8, earning a B-plus from Niche, and C-plus-rated Natomas Middle. At the A-minus-rated Inderkum High, students can earn college credits through the California Early College Academy; priority is given to first-generation college graduates and those economically disadvantaged or underrepresented in higher education. Most of the schools here are within walking distance. “My kids walk or ride their scooters to Paso Verde every day,” says Gunn, “and with virtually no crime here, they feel safe doing so.” Westlake’s CAP Index Crime Score is 2 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4.
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Soccer practice at Westlake Park
Neighborhood greenspaces are within walking distance of most residential streets. Toward the south, 10-acre Westlake Park offers a soccer pitch and a basketball half-court; two shaded playgrounds and picnic areas are also located here. In the eastern end, the roughly 2-acre Sparrow Park has a walking path leading to covered picnic tables and a jungle gym. The northern 9-acre Egret Park is bordered by a multi-use paved path and includes a turf area large enough for a pick-up football game.
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Downtown event center and a block party
The Downtown Commons (known as DOCO to locals) just off I-5 is home to the Golden 1 Center, which hosts the Sacramento Kings professional basketball team, as well as weekly concerts, comedy shows and the Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey circus. “DOCO is the spot to be,” says Gunn. “It’s right near the Sacramento River and the Kimpton Sawyer Hotel where basketball teams stay when they play the Kings.” Every October, DOCO hosts a block party, where local shops and restaurants offer samples and giveaways; kids can enjoy a petting zoo and play games here, while disk jockeys mix today’s hits.Pizza at The Westlake Village Shopping Center
In the neighborhood’s southeastern corner, The Westlake Village Shopping Center features pharmacies, locally owned businesses and chain restaurants. Pizza Twist serves family-sized pies with Asian-inspired sauces, while next door, Naan Twist Indian Food offers chicken tikka masala with a creamy, orange-hued sauce. Grocery stores are found a few miles east of the neighborhood across I-5, including Safeway and Sprouts Farmers Market. Department stores like Kohl’s sit further east, while big-box stores, such as The Home Depot, are found about 4 miles southeast. Shoppers can also find locally owned craft and gift stores along the Sacramento River 7 miles southeast.
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Craftsman-style homes with tile roofs and homeowners associations
Westlake’s early 2000s to late 2010s new traditional Craftsman-style homes are set along sidewalk- and tree-lined streets. These three-to-five-bedroom houses share common features like low-pitched roofs with either flat or rounded tiles, wide driveways leading to two-car garages and well-manicured yards. “Square footage is one of the main determinants of price here,” says Gunn. Within non-gated subdivisions set away from the lake, homes between 890 and 1,800 square feet range from $580,000 to $750,000. In gated subdivisions by the waterfront, homes between 2,500 and 4,000 square feet range from $770,000 to $1.2 million. Each subdivision is managed by a homeowners association that residents are required to join; monthly fees of $120 to $160 allow access to the clubhouse, pool and cabana areas, and cover lawn care. “The only negative here,” says Gunn, “is that you can't park your car directly in front of your house.”Westlake Villas to the southeast offers up to three-bedroom condominiums. Built during the early 2000s, these feature tile roofs, stucco exteriors and one- or two-car garages. Residents here must join the homeowners association, which charges $328 per month for ground, structural and recreational maintenance. Prices range from $315,000 to $445,000 depending on the number of bedrooms.
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Access to nearby freeways and bike routes
Westlake is bordered north and west by Interstate 5 (also known as the West Side Freeway), which leads roughly 7 miles southeast to Downtown Sacramento; the neighborhood is quiet despite nearby freeway traffic. Interstate 80 is about 4 miles southeast. Gunn says most residents here rely on their cars to get around, but bike routes run along main thoroughfares like Westlake Parkway and Del Paso Road, and sidewalks skirt the eastern edge of the lake. Sacramento Regional Transit buses stop south along Del Paso Road. Mercy San Juan Medical Center is 16 miles east, while Sacramento International Airport is about 6 miles northwest.
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Homeowners must purchase flood insurance
Much of North Natomas sits in a flood zone, including Westlake, so flood insurance is required for homeowners. “When it rains, the lake’s waters will rise, which can lead to flooding, but it doesn't pose much of a threat,” says Gunn. “It actually rained really hard on my birthday one year, and there were a few flooded streets, but that was it. It’s also great here because we get all four seasons, though it’s only snowed twice in the 20 years I’ve lived here.”
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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
4 in Westlake
$373K - $645K Price Range
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Deborah Stafford
Deborah Stafford
Better Homes and Gardens RE
(279) 529-0634
144 Total Sales
1 in Westlake
$501,000 Price
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Jim Amen
Jim Amen
Amen Real Estate
(279) 972-9291
87 Total Sales
1 in Westlake
$714,900 Price
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Judy Cuong
Judy Cuong
Portfolio Real Estate
(279) 399-5853
304 Total Sales
1 in Westlake
$375,000 Price
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Julie Burks
Julie Burks
Riverpoint Realty
(916) 579-7848
50 Total Sales
1 in Westlake
$485,000 Price
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Ruth Carter
Ruth Carter
1st Choice Realty & Associates
(916) 292-9989
113 Total Sales
1 in Westlake
$855,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
North Natomas Regional Park
Westlake Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Kokomo Park
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Blackbird Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Dog Park
- Football
Quail Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Soccer
Sparrow Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Egret Park
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
2/5/2018
Niche Review
Westlake is a great area that is safe, quiet, and has very easy access to downtown and the airport. The area is still developing so there will be growth in the future. It is on the edge of Sacramento, with trails directly adjacent.
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Westlake | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Westlake Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Westlake, Sacramento sell after 75 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Westlake, Sacramento over the last 12 months is $313,500, down 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$389,000
Median Sale Price
$313,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$499,900
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$385,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$264
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,187
Number of Homes for Sale
8
Median Year Built
2003
Months of Supply
4.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,592
Significantly above the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,125
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,323
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,018
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,534
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$1,150,000
- 5 Beds
- 5 Baths
- 4,037 Sq Ft
- 230 Hawkcrest Cir
- New 10 days ago
Lavish 5-Bedroom Estate with Heated Pool & Spa in Gated Westlake Community.Welcome to this stunning 5-bedroom,3 full & 2 half bath luxury home located in the prestigious gated Westlake community.This meticulously maintained residence combines grand architectural elements with modern comfort and high-end finishes.Step through the elegant entryway featuring custom slate and hardwood flooring into a
Ben Dayawansa Ornate Inc
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$549,999
- 3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,801 Sq Ft
- 730 Candela Cir
- New 12 days ago
Your chance to own this beautiful home in the desirable Westlake community. This move-in ready and well cared for home features new: HVAC, water heater, window coverings, garage epoxy, and recent exterior/interior paint. Main floor includes a spacious, remodeled kitchen, dining room, large gathering room, and guest bathroom. Upstairs you will find a versatile loft, Master suite, two additional
Faris Omary Engel & Volkers Roseville
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Homes for Rent
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$1,345 - $2,185 per month
- St. Anton Ascent
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 706+ Sq Ft
- 5049 El Centro Rd
- Sacramento, CA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
3,938
Median Age
40
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$130,349
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$148,260
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
91.3%
College Graduates
49.2%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.5%
% Population in Labor Force
73.7%
Above 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®
55
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
16
/ 100
Minimal Transit
Transit Score®
21
/ 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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