Downtown Vallejo
Neighborhood in Vallejo, California
Solano County 94590
Going out to breakfast and the Empress Theater
Downtown Vallejo is the city's go-to place for cultural outings, small businesses and dining out. Georgia Street has restaurants like Good Day Café, a popular breakfast spot, and the family-owned My Homestyle Café, which offers comfort foods like chicken and waffles. The Second Friday Artwalk begins outside locally-owned Alibi Bookshop, and the historic Empress Theater is a venue for live music and performances. “Go inside the Empress Theater if you can,” says Andrew Urban, Keller Williams Realtor who has lived in Vallejo for the last 25 years. “Next to it is Provisions – the owner, Nicole, has great wishes to make it a draw for community events.” After brunch and cocktails at Provisions, folks can explore the Vallejo Naval & Historical Museum to learn more about the city’s past or socialize at the Saturday Vallejo Farmers Market. Supermarkets are located outside the neighborhood: shoppers can get gourmet groceries at Anchor Pantry or head to Grocery Outlet for discounts.
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Early 20th-century single- and multifamily homes
Downtown’s gridded streets are on an incline, flattening out as they go south. Cars park on the streets outside homes, which typically have stairs leading to front doors and porches. Landscaping and fencing are common on compact lots, and downtown is known for its Craftsman and Victorian homes – several of which date back to the late 1800s. Prices start at about $400,000 for early 20th century properties, though homes needing renovations sell for less. Prices for single-family homes peak at about $600,000, and multifamily home prices vary, from about $480,000 for a six-bedroom to $2.5 million for a two-building property.
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Walking to the park or to the riverfront
There are no parks within the boundaries of the neighborhood, but green spaces aren't far away. Baseball fans can watch a recreational league game at Wilson Park. Children’s Wonderland Park encourages imaginative play with its structures mimicking castles, teapots and fanciful environments. Downtown is not far from the Napa River waterfront, where residents can walk to watch hundreds of sailboats embark on the Great Vallejo Race every May.
Vallejo Ferry Terminal and Vallejo Transit Center
Homes are within walking distance of shopping, dining and entertainment; however, the inclined streets can be difficult to navigate. Downtown borders Sonoma Boulevard, which runs north-south through Vallejo and is lined with some of the city’s oldest Victorian homes. The neighborhood is just a few blocks from the Vallejo Ferry Terminal, where the San Francisco Bay Ferry takes individuals – but not cars – to and from the city seven days a week. The Vallejo Transit Center is a hub for local and regional buses like SolTrans and Greyhound. Oakland International Airport is 35 miles south. Emergency medical care is available at Kaiser Permanente Vallejo Medical Center.Vallejo public school pipeline
Students may attend Highland Elementary and Hogan Middle, rated C-minus on Niche, and Vallejo High, rated C. To reduce crime around the high school, the city has closed surrounding streets during school hours. “There are some really nice elementary schools with some really dedicated teachers,” Urban says. “It is much more challenging in middle school and high schools, but there is great will to improve.”
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Michael Hulsey
Michael Hulsey
Michael Hulsey & Assoc
(707) 679-6613
173 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Vallejo
$525,000 Price
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Jimmy Castro
Jimmy Castro
Responds QuicklyRE/MAX Gold
(707) 949-3804
287 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Vallejo
$550,000 Price
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Lorissa Bergamin
Lorissa Bergamin
Napa River Realty
(707) 562-0858
62 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Vallejo
$445,000 Price
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Joshua Bouffier
Joshua Bouffier
Responds QuicklyThe Bouffier Group
(415) 417-0731
16 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Vallejo
$420,000 Price
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Matt Rubenstein
Matt Rubenstein
Compass
(707) 749-5424
104 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Vallejo
$450,000 Price
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Stephen Agar
SA
Stephen Agar
Responds QuicklyeXp Realty of Northern Califor
(669) 200-2405
28 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Vallejo
$630,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
- K to 12th
- Private
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Parks in this Area
Vallejo City Park
Vallejo Waterfront
Wilson Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Concessions
- Parking Lot
Washington Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
Children's Wonderland
- Picnic Area
- Trails
- Playground
Amador Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Tennis
- Pickleball
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Downtown Vallejo | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 6 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Downtown Vallejo Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Vallejo, Vallejo sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 48 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Vallejo, Vallejo over the last 12 months is $550,000, up 6% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$555,000
Median Sale Price
$550,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$555,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
12
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$318
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
239
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1912
Months of Supply
2.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,801
Below the national average
1,937
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,009
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
1,738
Median Age
41
Population Density
25 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$42,430
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$63,101
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
89.7%
College Graduates
36.9%
On par with the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
12.6%
% Population in Labor Force
62.3%
On par with the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
21''
Average Winter Low Temperature
42°F
Average Summer High Temperature
86°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
51
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
86
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
44
/ 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.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Saint Vincent's Hill
Vallejo historic district with Victorian homes by the Napa River
South Vallejo
Waterfront homes, crafted landscapes and proximity to Oakland.
Vallejo Heights
Vibrant community perched on a hillside overlooking the Napa River
West Vallejo
A sprawling, urban neighborhood in the heart of Vallejo
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