Why Live in Colonial Heights
Colonial Heights in Sacramento is characterized by its diverse range of homes, including mid to late 20th-century ranch-style houses and stucco cottages, many with attached two-car garages and covered front porches. The northeast corner of the neighborhood features early 20th-century Craftsman homes, while duplexes from the 1920s to 1960s are scattered throughout. Homes are typically on small lots with various types of fencing and shaded by pine, cypress, and magnolia trees. Colonial Park, located in the northeast, offers playgrounds and a half-sized basketball court, while Lawerence Park on the south side has a full-size basketball court and playground. Jack Davis Park provides play areas for toddlers, and the nearby Fruitridge Community and Aquatic Center offers a swimming option for hot days. Stockton Boulevard, which bisects the neighborhood, is lined with shops, eateries, and auto shops, including the Stockridge Plaza Shopping Center, home to Foods Co. grocery store and Dutch Bros Coffee. Local dining options include Pho Xe Lua and JJ’s Fish & Chicken. Community spaces like Saint Paul Church and the Fruitridge Community Collaborative support local families, while the Colonial Theatre hosts live performances. The annual Colonial Parkfest in October features local bands, food trucks, and vendors. Highway 99 provides access to downtown Sacramento, 6 miles away, and the Sacramento International Airport is 17 miles away. The neighborhood is served by California Middle and West Campus High, both highly rated schools.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Colonial Heights a good place to live?
Colonial Heights is a good place to live. Colonial Heights is considered somewhat walkable and bikeable with some transit options. Colonial Heights has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 13.0 people per acre and a median age of 37. The average household income is $67,302 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 19.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Colonial Heights are renters, with 51.2% of residents renting and 48.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Colonial Heights can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Colonial Heights neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Colonial Heights?
The median home price in Colonial Heights is $399,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $80,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,020 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $87K a year to afford the median home price in Colonial Heights. The average household income in Colonial Heights is $67K.
What are the best public schools in Colonial Heights?
The best public schools that serve Colonial Heights are:
- West Campus High School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 28:1 and an average review score of 3.8.
- California Middle has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 18:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
- C. K. McClatchy High has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 25:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
What are the best private schools in Colonial Heights?
The best private schools that serve Colonial Heights are:
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Home Trends in Colonial Heights, CA
On average, homes in Colonial Heights, Sacramento sell after 44 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Colonial Heights, Sacramento over the last 12 months is $385,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$385,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$388,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$380,075
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$372
Number of Homes for Sale
15
Last 12 months Home Sales
69
Median List Price
$399,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
1%
