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Woodbine

Woodbine

Neighborhood Reviews
2.3
$411,786 Average Value
$362 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Busy, compact community close to public transit

About 5 miles south of downtown Sacramento, Woodbine is the rare neighborhood that sits at the intersection of planes, trains and automobiles. Locals are within walking distance of the Sacramento’s Light Rail Blue Line, international grocery stores and restaurants along Florin Road, and schools like Woodbine Elementary. The sounds of small aircraft are occasionally heard from the adjacent Sacramento Executive Airport; traffic noise is more common, as Woodbine's surrounded by busy streets. Community members tend to gather at Woodbine Park or at one of several local houses of worship, which include the Cao dai Temple of Sacramento and the New Home Baptist Church.

Bordered by the Blue Line light rail

Woodbine is a few miles from Interstate 5 and Highway 99, both of which lead to downtown Sacramento, about 8 miles away. The Sacramento Light Rail’s Blue Line stops along Woodbine's east side, traveling on to downtown Sacramento. Woodbine's southern border, Florin Road, is lined with bike lanes and Sacramento Regional Transit bus stops. Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center is about 5 miles away. The Sacramento Executive Airport is right nearby, mostly used for training and small private flights; Sacramento International Airport is about 19 miles away.

Minimalist ranch-style homes

Residential streets in Woodbine are laid out on a grid and lined with modest ranch-style homes from the mid- to late-20th century, as well as some from the early 2000s. Most homes have two to five bedrooms and minimal exteriors, though some have Mediterranean-style elements like barrel-tile roofs. Lots are compact, and on the neighborhood's north side, rear alleys sometimes run along fenced-in backyards. Affordability is a big draw for homebuyers; compared to Midtown Sacramento, where properties regularly sell for more than $1 million, prices in Woodbine range from $300,000 to $700,000, depending mainly on a home's age and condition. More than half of residents rent their homes, making this area popular with investors. Owners tend to hold onto their properties for a long time and when a home does go up for sale, potential rental income determines how quickly it gets picked up. The neighborhood also has several apartment complexes, including Alta Redwood Terrace Apartments and Florin Gardens Co-op.

Woodbine is bordered by busy streets, but the potential for daytime noise pollution doesn’t affect property values much. “In that market segment, busier streets don’t seem to be as much of a detractor for buyers,” says Ron Benning, a local broker associate with eXp Realty.

Some homes in Woodbine were built in the early 2000s.
Some homes in Woodbine were built in the early 2000s.
Manicured lawns are common feature of homes in Woodbine.
Manicured lawns are common feature of homes in Woodbine.
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Restaurants and markets on Florin Road

Most commercial spaces within Woodbine include industrial spaces and auto shops, especially in the northeast corner. Florin Road borders the neighborhood, lined with shopping and dining. Close to Woodbine, specialty grocery stores include the Mexican-focused Mi Rancho Supermercado and the Hmong-focused Moos Pheeb Market, while fast-casual restaurants include Mexican eateries like Las Islitas. Larger shopping centers are about a mile east, with grocery stores like Foodmaxx and 99 Ranch Market, and local eateries like the Old West-inspired Stagecoach Restaurant, which serves Southern comfort food. Florin Certified Farmer’s Market, a community staple since 2003, is held in the neighborhood every Thursday morning, year-round.

Woodbine residents have a great selection of restaurants to eat at like Los Inmortales Taqueria.
Woodbine residents have a great selection of restaurants to eat at like Los Inmortales Taqueria.
Mongolina BBQ in South Land Park near Woodbine is a popular Asian restaurant.
Mongolina BBQ in South Land Park near Woodbine is a popular Asian restaurant.
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Neighborhood parks, little league teams and nearby golf courses

Woodbine’s namesake park, set next to its namesake elementary school, has playgrounds for toddlers and older kids, with climbing structures and swing sets. The neighborhood’s Airport Little League Park is adjacent to Sacramento Executive Airport; small private aircraft occasionally fly over during youth baseball games. Also next to the airport, Bing Maloney Golf Course features public 18- and 9-hole courses, and William Chorley Park offers an 18-hole disc golf course.

Man sinks putt at the William Chorley Park disc golf course in Golf Course Terrace.
Man sinks putt at the William Chorley Park disc golf course in Golf Course Terrace.
Archery at Mangan Park is a five minute drive from the Woodbine neighborhood.
Archery at Mangan Park is a five minute drive from the Woodbine neighborhood.
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Recently renovated public schools

Woodbine is zoned for the Sacramento City Unified School District and home to Woodbine Elementary, which earns a C from Niche. Fern Bacon Middle scores a C-plus. The B-minus-rated Luther Burbank High is a draw with local families, thanks to recent upgrades. “The school just reopened its pool and locker rooms after a major overhaul facility project,” says SCUSD Communications Manager Al Goldberg. He adds, “Luther Burbank is also home to an urban garden, where students sell plants in a market event each spring.” The urban garden is home to the school’s Urban Agriculture Academy; other career pathways at Luther Burbank High include the Building Trades Academy and the global studies program.

Woodbine Elementary School welcomes all of the neighborhood's K-6 students.
Woodbine Elementary School welcomes all of the neighborhood's K-6 students.
Residents of Woodbine are served by Luther Burbank High School.
Residents of Woodbine are served by Luther Burbank High School.
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Community events held by the Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum

The Sojourner Truth African Heritage Museum is located just southwest of the neighborhood, in Florin Square Shopping Center. In December, the museum hosts a Kwanzaa celebration with local vendors, a drum circle and workshops.

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Sacramento International

28 min drive

Subway

Florin

Bus

Florin Rd & Woodbine Ave (Wb)

Bus

Florin Rd & Indian Ln (Wb)

Bus

Florin Rd & Indian Ln Lrt (Nb)

Reviews

Niche Reviews
2.3 6 Reviews
3.0 Niche User
5/15/2015 Niche Review
There are houses in this area that are low income homes. They are not that big and lawns are often dead or not kept well. Very little abandoned homes. The best areas are to the west where Greenhaven is, that is the (rich) area where there are large homes, pools, bike trails, more quality stores, and a safer community. We dont have any of that here.
1.0 Niche User
5/15/2015 Niche Review
Only food places there are hear are fast food chains. If my family and I want to go yo a quality resturant we have to go to Elk Grove or Downtown Sacramento Area.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Woodbine US
Homicide 5 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 6 4
Robbery 6 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 6 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 5 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Woodbine Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$665,500
Median Sale Price
$705,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$745,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$275,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
16
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$362

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
572
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1981
Months of Supply
3.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,346
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,910
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

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Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Renters

Demographics

Total Population
3,990
Median Age
36
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
27.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.9%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$48,765
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$70,394

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
75.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
14%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.8%
% Population in Labor Force
62.6%

Weather

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

Area Factors

Bikeable

Bike Score®

64 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

37 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

41 / 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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