Why Live in Fairgrounds
Fairgrounds in Sacramento offers a mix of single-family homes and townhouses, particularly in its eastern section. The neighborhood features new traditional Craftsman-style homes from the early-to-late 2010s, with four bedrooms, multiple gables, and two-car garages, typically ranging from 1,700 to 2,200 square feet. Remodeled townhouses from the 1970s with newer flooring and three bedrooms are also available. Greenfair Park, within the neighborhood, provides open space with mature oak and palm trees, while nearby Fourth Avenue Park and Tahoe Park offer additional recreational facilities including basketball courts, a volleyball court, horseshoe pits, and a public swimming pool. Dining options include Mezcal Grill, known for its traditional Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine, and Bacon and Butter, a popular brunch spot. For shopping, residents have access to big-box stores like Target and grocery stores such as Trader Joe’s and Save Mart. The Arden Fair Mall, located 8 miles north, offers department stores like Macy’s. The annual Gather festival and a farmers market in nearby Oak Park provide local entertainment and fresh produce. Major thoroughfares include Stockton Boulevard, Broadway, Fairgrounds Drive, and 50th Street, with easy access to Interstate 80, Interstate 5, Highway 50, and Highway 99. Sacramento Regional Transit buses and dedicated bike lanes facilitate getting around. UC Davis Medical Center is about 2 miles east, and Sacramento International Airport is 17 miles northwest. The neighborhood is served by Sacramento City Unified district schools, though none are highly rated.
Home Trends in Fairgrounds, CA
On average, homes in Fairgrounds, Sacramento sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Fairgrounds, Sacramento over the last 12 months is $522,500, down 24% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$522,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$650,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$337
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Median List Price
$599,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-24%
