Why Live in Downtown Sacramento
Downtown Sacramento features a variety of housing options, primarily consisting of condos and apartments that overlook bustling streets, parks, and commercial areas. Condos range from ultra-modern suites in new towers to modest studios in older low rises. The neighborhood is home to the expansive California State Capitol Park, a 40-acre green space with intricate landscaping, native flora, monuments, and walking paths. Nearby, Cesar Chavez Plaza hosts a weekly farmers’ market and a summer concert series. Known as “The Farm-to-Fork Capital,” Downtown Sacramento boasts a rich culinary scene with high-end eateries and diverse restaurants, including Grange, Frank Fat’s, and Jim-Denny’s American Diner. Cultural attractions include the Crocker Art Museum, with its extensive collection of Gold Rush and international art, and the SAFE Credit Union Performing Arts Center, which offers ballet, symphonies, and concerts. The Golden 1 Center, home to the Sacramento Kings, is part of the Downtown Commons, a mixed-use development that has revitalized the area. The city’s light rail system connects Downtown Sacramento to East Sacramento, Rancho Cordova, and Folsom, though parking can be challenging during events. Students in the area attend highly rated schools such as William Land Elementary, Miwok Middle, and McClatchy High School.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Downtown Sacramento a good place to live?
Downtown Sacramento is a good place to live. Downtown Sacramento is considered very walkable and a biker's paradise with good transit options. Downtown Sacramento is a suburban neighborhood. Downtown Sacramento has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 20.4 people per acre and a median age of 41. The average household income is $78,000 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 36.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Downtown Sacramento are renters, with 90.1% of residents renting and 9.9% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Downtown Sacramento can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Downtown Sacramento neighborhood guide.
Is Downtown Sacramento, CA a safe neighborhood?
Downtown Sacramento, CA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 10 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Downtown Sacramento?
The median home price in Downtown Sacramento is $500,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $100,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.5%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,530 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $108K a year to afford the median home price in Downtown Sacramento. The average household income in Downtown Sacramento is $78K.
What are the best public schools in Downtown Sacramento?
The best public schools that serve Downtown Sacramento are:
What are the best private schools in Downtown Sacramento?
The best private schools that serve Downtown Sacramento are:
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Home Trends in Downtown Sacramento, CA
On average, homes in Downtown Sacramento, Sacramento sell after 53 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Sacramento, Sacramento over the last 12 months is $454,500, down 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$454,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$599,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$499,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$450,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$370,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$513
Number of Homes for Sale
13
Last 12 months Home Sales
30
Median List Price
$500,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-9%
