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A home where two thoroughfares converge
Named for its location along two major roads at the northeast corner of downtown Sparks, McCarran Boulevard-Probasco is a neighborhood with over 60 years of history and a promising future ahead of it. This neighborhood sits just 5 miles from the heart of Reno, having sprung up as one of Reno’s many bedroom communities during the mid-20th century. Realtor Sandra Gabrielli says, “The homes here are well-built tract homes from the 1960s. The affordability is a big factor in why people move here, and a lot of investors buy here and make great rentals.” Vintage charm and lower housing prices meet with an abundance of green spaces and proximity to shopping to shape this neighborhood’s unique appeal.
Competitive prices and co-op housing
McCarran Boulevard-Probasco, like much of North Sparks, owes its origins to Reno’s suburbanization in the 1950s and 1960s. “McCarran Boulevard-Probasco is an established neighborhood with trees and parks, but just a bit older,” says Kristin Gil, a fourth-generation Nevadan and Broker at Dickson Realty with over two decades of real estate experience in the Reno/Sparks area. This community’s suburban origins are evidenced by its quiet atmosphere and its abundance of single-family house, little libraries and front-yard gardens. Gabrielli says, “There's a lot of residential in there; most of the homes are smaller, entry-level homes built in the 1960s, and a lot of them are one-car garage homes.” Most of these houses are ranch-style, tending to cost between $300,000 and $500,000. However, potential residents interested in senior co-op living can invest in a two-bedroom unit for as low as $150,000.
Most homes in McCarran Boulevard-Probasco are single story.
McCarran Boulevard-Probasco has older homes, but many will have upgrades mixed into the facades.
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Shopping and dining at McCarran Plaza
This neighborhood’s location along McCarran Boulevard gives residents direct access to major retail hubs such as the McCarran Plaza shopping center. Here, and at the Iron Horse Shopping Center across the street, shoppers can stock their shelves at Foodmaxx, start their morning with some coffee from Starbucks and a donut from Jelly Donut and treat themselves out to meals at local restaurants. Jack’s Coffee House is a popular brunch venue due to its large helpings of classic diner food, while Ijji Sushi and Mariscos El BarCo offer Japanese and seafood specialties. Other shops sell hardware, furniture, auto parts and other everyday necessities, making the corner of Prater and McCarran a one-stop shop for nearly every convenience.
Food Maxx is one of the most affordable grocery options in McCarran Boulevard-Probasco.
Mariscos El Barco is a fun, pirate-themed seafood restaurant in McCarran Boulevard-Probasco.
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Standout schools in the Washoe County School District
McCarran Boulevard-Probasco’s students attend the schools of the Washoe County School District, starting their journey at Florence Drake Elementary School, which receives an A-minus rating from Niche and recognition as its No. 1 Standout Elementary School in Nevada. Learners go on to attend the C-plus-rated Dilworth Middle School and the C-plus-rated Sparks High School, whose football team has won the state championship seven times and imbued this school’s “Railroaders” with an extra dose of school spirit.
George L Dilworth Middle School is located conveniently in Downtown Sparks.
The drop-off area at Sparks High School is flooded with students in the morning and afternoon.
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Desert hiking and local strolls
While McCarran Boulevard-Probasco may be a large neighborhood, residents will find green spaces around every corner. “Reno and Sparks are connected, and all the area neighborhoods have good access to outdoor activities,” says Gil. In fact, Sparks City Parks & Recreation is headquartered along Richards Way, with Church Park’s green space and playground as its back yard. In the stretch of the neighborhood south of McCarran Boulevard, Longford Park includes basketball and tennis courts in addition to a playground, picnic benches, and a wide-open green space for field sports. Aimone Park, situated six blocks north of McCarran Loop, offers a similar set of features just next to Lena Juniper Elementary School. Outdoorsy folks willing to travel can head down to the Sparks Marina, just 2 miles away, to take their dogs to the park or swim and fish in its natural aquifer. At the neighborhood’s northern end, Wedekind Regional Park’s 250 acres of pristine desert hill country invite hikers and bikers to immerse themselves in the Sierra Nevada.
McCarran Boulevard-Probasco borders on the Sparks Marina which has great recreation options.
Wedekind Regional Park in McCarran Boulevard-Probasco has ten miles of trails with great views.
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Traveling by way of the boulevard
McCarran Boulevard-Probasco draws its name from two major thoroughfares, with McCarran looping around the entire Reno-Sparks metro area and connecting residents to the Reno-Tahoe International Airport, the ski resort of Mount Rose and beyond. Downtown Reno is accessible via a 5-mile and approximately 15-minute drive, while the 2 bus offers a similar journey within 35 minutes. The nearest hospital, the Northern Nevada Medical Center, is just 3 miles down Prater Way from the heart of McCarran Boulevard-Probasco.
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Parks in this Area
Village Green Park
Picnic Area
Playground
Multi-Purpose Field
Burgess Park
Aimone Park
Longford Park
Shelly Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Wedekind Regional Park
Transit
Airport
Reno/Tahoe International
29 min drive
Bus
4th Street And O Street
Bus
4th Street And Richards Way
Bus
E Prater Way And Lyyski Street
Bus
4th Street And Greenbrae Drive
Bus
Nichols Boulevard & Victorian Rv
Bus
E Prater Way And Probasco Way
Bus
York Way And 4th Street
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
McCarran Boulevard-Probasco
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in McCarran Boulevard-Probasco, Sparks sell after 42 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in McCarran Boulevard-Probasco, Sparks over the last 12 months is $386,274, up 3% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Interested in learning more about homes in this area?
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
11,945
Median Age
39
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
24.2%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$70,393
On par with the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$84,473
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
77.9%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
12.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.1%
% Population in Labor Force
68.2%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
7''
Average Winter Low Temperature
25°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
9''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
54/ 100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score®
51/ 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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