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Woodside

Woodside

$358,063 Average Value
$494 Average Price per Sq Ft
0 Homes For Sale

Gated communities full of flora

Located 3 miles from downtown Sacramento, Woodside is a collection of gated condo communities and apartments, packed with pools and dense greenery. Originally designed as a forested community with a diverse array of mature trees and shrubbery, the neighborhood is managed by the Woodside Association and includes 24-hour security. “There are so many fun things to do inside the neighborhood that residents don’t even have to leave,” says Lyons Real Estate Realtor Barbara Frago, who has sold dozens of homes in the gated community for over 48 years. Outside the wrought iron gates are public gathering spaces like Swanston Park and upscale shopping centers on the south side, all within walking distance. The American River borders the neighborhood on the west, with lots of riverside bike trails and space for fishing.

Condos and townhouses managed by the Woodside HOA

Woodside was initially developed from the 1960s through the ‘80s by Sacramento builder Robert Powell with the goal of creating a forested residential enclave. Though originally built as apartments, most units were later converted into low-rise condos and townhouses with terraces and patios surrounded by greenery. Prices for a one- to three-bedroom property range between $150,000 and $450,000, though some newer three-bedroom units added in 2007 often sell for between $650,000 and $750,000. Woodside Homeowners Association has monthly homeowners association fees of about $450. The association fees include trash, insurance, 24-hour security and use of common spaces like the community pool, sauna and tennis courts. Locals report the association has strict rules, especially regarding street parking.

On the neighborhood's west side, there is a pocket of single-family homes, including three-bedroom ranch-style homes from the 1960s and ‘70s that range from $700,000 to $950,000. Many apartment complexes surround the community as well, especially on the west side.
Many of the homes in Woodside have unique features.
Many of the homes in Woodside have unique features.
Pastel colors are popular in Woodside.
Pastel colors are popular in Woodside.
There are multi unit dwelling also located in Woodside.
There are multi unit dwelling also located in Woodside.
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Walking to Pavilions Shopping Center and Loehmann’s Plaza

“Local amenities, like shops and restaurants, are within walking distance from the neighborhood,” says Frago. Pavilions Shopping Center, an outdoor mall with flower-lined walkways, is full of clothing boutiques like Madam Butterfly and trendy restaurants like Mikuni at the Oaks, which serves sushi and small plates. Loehmann’s Plaza Shopping Center is anchored by chains like Save Mart and Bath & Body Works. Here, Kostas Greek Tavern is a locally owned market offering gyros, salads, and other quick bites. There are also local bakeries like Grateful Bread, and Temple Coffee Roasters is just outside the community. Howe Avenue is lined with office spaces, apartments and a handful of other small businesses like Twin Peaks sports bar.
There is a large menu to choose from at Cafe Bernardo in Woodside.
There is a large menu to choose from at Cafe Bernardo in Woodside.
Shop and dine at the Pavilions in Woodside.
Shop and dine at the Pavilions in Woodside.
Shop among the flowers at Pavilions in Woodside.
Shop among the flowers at Pavilions in Woodside.
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Magnet schools like Encina Preparatory High

Greer Elementary and Katherine Johnson Middle both earn a C from Niche. The C-plus-rated Encina Preparatory High School, a public magnet school, offers three career technical education pathways: construction technology, dental careers, and education. Mosaic Law Congregation, a conservative Jewish cultural center and temple in Woodside, operates the private Shalom School for kindergarten through Grade 6.
Sierra Oaks K-8 is a quality elementary school near Sierra Oaks Vista.
Sierra Oaks K-8 is a quality elementary school near Sierra Oaks Vista.
Encina Preparatory High offers exceptional educational options to middle and high schoolers.
Encina Preparatory High offers exceptional educational options to middle and high schoolers.
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Splash pads and playgrounds at Swanston Park

Swimming pools and tennis courts are dotted throughout the community, connected by greenbelts and walking trails. The 10-acre Swanston Park is set on the neighborhood’s north side, with playgrounds, basketball courts, and a sand volleyball court. The park’s splash pad activates in the summer, allowing local kids to cool down during intense heat waves. The American River flows just outside the neighborhood, with lots of paved riverside trails like the American River Bike Trail and the Jedediah Smith Memorial Trail. Howe River Access is less than 3 miles away, on the opposite side of the river, and allows locals to get close enough to the water to fish. Woodside, along with the rest of the Sacramento metro area, is subject to poor air quality year-round.
You can go for a walk around Swanston Park in Woodside.
You can go for a walk around Swanston Park in Woodside.
There are multiple play options available at Swanston Park in Woodside.
There are multiple play options available at Swanston Park in Woodside.
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Getting downtown on Fair Oaks Boulevard

Woodside is about 2 miles from U.S. 50 and 3 miles from Interstate 80. Still, commuters don’t need the highway to get to downtown Sacramento; Fair Oaks Boulevard borders the neighborhood on the south and leads 5 miles west, over the American River, to downtown. Sacramento Regional Transit buses stop around the neighborhood's edges, connecting the metro area. Kaiser Permanente Sacramento Medical Center is a little over 2 miles away, and Sacramento International Airport is about 15 miles away.

A few miles from the California State Fair

The Cal Expo event space is less than 3 miles away. It hosts large-scale festivals like the week-long California State Fair each August, featuring carnival rides, music, and animal shows. Cal Expo also hosts smaller events throughout the year, including horse races and regional soccer games.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Sacramento International

25 min drive

Bus

Fulton Ave & Northrop Ave (Sb)

Bus

Howe Ave & Fair Oaks Blvd (Nb)

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Howe Ave & Sierra Blvd (Nb)

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Howe Ave & Sierra Blvd (Sb)

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Munroe St & Sierra Blvd (Sb)

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Howe Ave & Northrop Ave (Sb)

Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Woodside US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 5 4
Assault with Weapon 5 4
Robbery 5 4
Burglary 6 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 7 4
Larceny 7 4
Crime Score 6 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Woodside Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$579,998
Median Sale Price
$579,998
Median Single Family Sale Price
$220,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
208
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$494

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
802
Number of Homes for Sale
0
Median Year Built
1970
Months of Supply
0.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,783
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,563
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,022
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
715
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
8,276

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
4,316
Median Age
38
Population Density
18 ppl/acre
Population under 18
17.4%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$51,707
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$69,733

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
95.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
40.6%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
18.5%
% Population in Labor Force
64.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
19''
Average Winter Low Temperature
41°F
Average Summer High Temperature
94°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Very Bikeable

Bike Score®

80 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

Walk Score®

68 / 100

Some Transit

Transit Score®

34 / 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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