Why Live in Glen Elder
Glen Elder, a neighborhood in Sacramento, features ranch-style homes built between the 1950s and 1990s, with newer models incorporating Mediterranean elements. These homes, ranging from 880 to 1,500 square feet, often have stucco or brick exteriors, gable roofs, and spacious yards. Parks and recreational areas are prominent, with the George Sim Community Center offering fitness classes, a pool, and a baseball field, while Danny Nunn Park provides rugby and soccer fields, a picnic area, and a community garden. Nearby Camellia Park adds tennis courts and additional sports fields. Dining options include family-owned Emma’s Tamales and Burger Junction, with grocery shopping available at Del Valle SuperMarket and Elder Creek Market. The Florin Towne Centre, located nearby, features big-box stores and various dining options. Although Glen Elder lacks its own community events, Sacramento hosts annual festivities like the Piazza Palladio’s Tree Lighting. The neighborhood is bordered by Power Inn Road and is close to major highways, with State Route 99 about 4 miles west and U.S. Route 50 roughly 5 miles north, providing access to downtown Sacramento and other attractions. Sacramento Regional Transit bus services and designated bike lanes facilitate local travel. Schools in Glen Elder are split between Sacramento City Unified and Elk Grove Unified districts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glen Elder a good place to live?
Glen Elder is a good place to live. Glen Elder is considered car-dependent and bikeable with some transit options. Glen Elder is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Glen Elder has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly dense in population with 11.1 people per acre and a median age of 35. The average household income is $57,539 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 3.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Glen Elder are home owners, with 41.7% of residents renting and 58.3% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Glen Elder can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Glen Elder neighborhood guide.
Is Glen Elder, CA a safe neighborhood?
Glen Elder, CA is a safe neighborhood and is on par with the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 4 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Glen Elder?
The median home price in Glen Elder is $369,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $73,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.21%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,810 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $78K a year to afford the median home price in Glen Elder. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Glen Elder is $58K.
What are the best public schools in Glen Elder?
The best public schools that serve Glen Elder are:
What are the best private schools in Glen Elder?
The best private schools that serve Glen Elder are:
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Are home prices dropping in Glen Elder?
Yes, home prices in Glen Elder are down 6% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Glen Elder, CA
On average, homes in Glen Elder, Sacramento sell after 23 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Glen Elder, Sacramento over the last 12 months is $377,500, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$377,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$375,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$330
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Last 12 months Home Sales
22
Median List Price
$369,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%
