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Mountain views close to downtown
Located across the McCarran Loop from the rest of Sparks, the suburban neighborhood of O’Callaghan sits in the shadow of the Carson Range’s imposing mountains. This quiet community is marked by warrens of winding, residential streets lined by houses of varying aesthetics and graveled front yards, with sidewalks and trees flanking each road. “It’s a well-established neighborhood with large trees and a mix of renters and owners who live here,” says Kristen Gil, a fourth-generation Nevadan and Broker at Dickson Realty. While O’Callaghan may be a quiet suburb, residents never lack for conveniences; Gil says, “O’Callaghan has good freeway access. It’s close to the bus line and to shopping.”
Residential relaxation in quiet O'Callaghan
The neighborhood is named for O’Callaghan Drive, from which most of the neighborhood’s streets branch off. O’Callaghan is a densely populated neighborhood, with each of its lanes containing scores of tree-shaded, sidewalk-bounded houses. These homes vary in date of construction and style, with most split-level, ranch-style homes having origins in the 1970s and costing in the mid-$400,000s. However, some two-bedrooms are available for as little as $240,000, while a newly upgraded four-bedroom home can cost up to $500,000. Though they might not always be on the market, condos, townhouses and apartments add to O’Callaghan’s housing variety.
The layout of the O'Callaghan district permitted lots to have spacious front and backyards.
Split-level homes are common in O'Callaghan.
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Public, charter and private schools in Sparks
Students can attend Washoe County School District schools with good ratings from Niche, including the B-rated Katherine Dunn Elementary School, the C-plus-rated George L. Dilworth Middle School and the B-rated Edward C. Reed High School. Reed High offers dual enrollment with the University of Nevada, while Niche ranks the school among the 15 best high schools in the state for athletics due to its football and cross-country teams’ impressive records. The neighborhood’s private Excel Christian School also stands out as the “#5 Best High School for the Arts” in Nevada according to Niche, earning a B-plus overall.
The front entrance to Katherine Dunn Elementary School in Sparks.
Edward C Reed High School in Spark offers dual enrollment with the University of Nevada.
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Biking locally and hiking Mount Rose
O’Callaghan’s calm streetscapes, its wide roads and its paved bike paths make this neighborhood an especially welcoming place for bikers. Bicyclists and pedestrians alike can also make their way to local and nearby parks for outdoor recreation. “Reno and Sparks are connected, so all the area neighborhoods have good access to outdoor activities,” says Gil. “Access to Lake Tahoe and skiing is also a big draw for the area.” Willowcreek Park offers fields fit for sports, a playground and a gazebo for shaded relaxation. On the neighborhood’s northern edge, Shadow Mountain Park is the largest park in the area, featuring fields for softball and football. O’Callaghan is also 26 miles from Mount Rose, the closest hiking and skiing destination. For more recreation, the Reno Academy of Combat teaches self-defense and Bikes Etc. supplies bikers with equipment and expertise.
O'Callaghan has an incredible bike path safely tucked off to the side of Sparks Blvd.
O'Callaghan is home to Shadow Mountain Park where softball leagues of all ages play tournaments.
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Local dining favorites & events in Downtown Sparks
While O’Callaghan is almost entirely residential, its southern boundaries are immediately next to some of the area’s largest shopping centers. Smith’s and Foodmaxx supplies the groceries, while the Iron Horse Shopping Center is also home to hardware, furniture and auto shops for other everyday conveniences. Restaurants catering to all palates are available, from La Fuente Mexican Restaurant’s shrimp tacos to Lelac’s Filipino Bakery’s freshly baked bread. As far as entertainment, “Downtown Sparks has great concerts, festivals and a Christmas parade,” says Gil. Nearby Sparks Marina includes the Legends Outlet Mall and its IMAX movie theatre, the 32-lane bowling alley at Wild Island Family Adventure Park and opportunities for paddleboarding in the Sparks Marina Park Lake.
Authentic Mexican cuisine is abundant in the O'Callaghan neighborhood.
Pegs Glorified Ham N' Eggs is a locals favorite for quality diner food in O'Callaghan.
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Road trips into Reno
Not only is O’Callaghan a bicycle-friendly neighborhood, but bus stops along East Prater Way take commuters through the heart of the city. McCarran Boulevard is also located immediately next to O’Callaghan. This transportation lifeline gives travelers access to the rest of the Reno-Tahoe metro area and, within a 6-mile and 15-minute drive, Reno’s famous downtown . Reno-Tahoe International Airport, the main venue for long-distance travel, is about 6 miles away, as is the University of Nevada - Reno. The closest hospital is the Northern Nevada Medical Center, 2 miles down East Prater Way.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
O'Callaghan
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
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4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
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4
Crime Score
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O'Callaghan Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in O'Callaghan, Sparks sell after 35 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in O'Callaghan, Sparks over the last 12 months is $442,500, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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