Why Live in Med Center
Med Center is a Sacramento neighborhood centered around the University of California Davis (UC Davis) Medical Center, a top-ranked teaching hospital. Many residents work at UC Davis or nearby Shriners Children’s Hospital. The area is well-connected, with sidewalks and Sacramento Regional Transit buses facilitating easy commutes. Downtown Sacramento is approximately 3 miles away, and Sacramento International Airport is about 14 miles away. Homes in Med Center date back to the early 1900s, featuring Craftsman, bungalow, and Tudor styles, alongside newer traditional houses with stucco and vinyl exteriors. The neighborhood has a mix of owner-occupied and rental properties, with many homes near the hospital being more expensive.
Local dining options include Fixins Soul Kitchen for comfort food and Darbar Halal for Afghani cuisine. UC Davis employees often visit Scrubs East Cafe for breakfast, while downtown offers dining at Iron Horse Tavern. Grocery shopping is convenient with Safeway and Trader Joe’s about 2 miles away, and additional retailers at the Downtown Commons (DOCO), 3 miles away, which also features the Golden 1 Center. Parks like McClatchy Park, with its skatepark and playground, and Fourth Avenue Park provide recreational spaces. The Oak Park Farmers Market at McClatchy Park offers fresh produce and community activities from April to November.
Students in Med Center attend schools in the Sacramento City Unified School District, starting at the highly rated David Lubin Elementary School. The neighborhood is bordered by U.S. Route 50, which can lead to higher noise levels. Despite this, Med Center offers a blend of historic charm and modern amenities, making it a practical choice for those working in the medical field.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Med Center a good place to live?
Med Center is a good place to live. Med Center is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Med Center has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.0 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $101,547 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 61.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Med Center are renters, with 61.4% of residents renting and 38.6% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Med Center can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Med Center neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Med Center?
The median home price in Med Center is $609,128. If you put a 20% down payment of $121,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,150 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $135K a year to afford the median home price in Med Center. The average household income in Med Center is $102K.
What are the best public schools in Med Center?
The best public schools that serve Med Center are:
What are the best private schools in Med Center?
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Home Trends in Med Center, CA
On average, homes in Med Center, Sacramento sell after 177 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Med Center, Sacramento over the last 12 months is $335,000, up 9% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$335,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$703,500
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$335,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$271
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
18
Median List Price
$609,128
Median Change From 1st List Price
9%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
9%
