Avondale
Neighborhood Reviews
Downtown via 65th Street and U.S. Route 50
Most people have personal cars since they’re close to major highways and enjoy an 8-mile trip to downtown. They can drive about 2 miles north on the 65th Street Expressway and hop onto U.S. Route 50 for the remainder. While public transit will likely be an hour longer, the No. 61 Bus runs along Fruitridge Road and connects to the Light Rail’s Blue Line.Close to Stockton Boulevard restaurants, Florin shops
A mix of fast food and local spots, Stockton Boulevard is the place to eat. Ph? Saigon serves casual Vietnamese fare with hefty portions; less than a mile away, Happy Garden Sacramento offers dim sum under low-light chandeliers. More restaurants are south toward Florin Towne Center, and shoppers can also browse department stores such as Walmart and Petsmart. While grocery spots line this corridor, Bel Air and Welco Supermarket are the closest to the neighborhood, just north on Fruitridge Road.
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Fun at Max Baer Park and community centers
The only park in Avondale proper, Max Baer Park features a soccer field, basketball court and a skate park. Its Elmo Slider Community Center has hosted small events such as writing workshops and CD release parties. South of the neighborhood, George Sim Park offers a public pool and additional sports fields, including a lighted baseball field. Its George Sim Community Center holds a monthly open gym and weekly Hot Spots. The latter is held every Friday night, and it gives youth a safe place for recreation, games art projects and movie nights. About 3 miles north of the neighborhood, Howe Avenue provides access to the American River, where nature lovers can bike, fish or kayak.
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Ranch-styles with room for a garden
The Avondale subdivision was originally plotted in 1927, a small section of the current neighborhood. While these historic homes from the 1930s are still around, buyers can find builds from across the 20th century — and even new ones from 2023. Older homes usually have less square footage than their newer counterparts, but this area continues to be a center for investment. Plaster ranch-styles may look unassuming on the outside but are completely revamped on the inside, complete with fresh drywall and hardwood. In most cases, lots are bigger than neighboring Colonial Village but smaller than Fruitridge Manor; backyards are narrow but lengthy, with enough room for a garden. Three-bedrooms are between $280,000 and $520,000, and homes on the higher end have more renovations. Prices align with Colonial Village but are slightly costlier than Fruitridge Manor. “When people come to me wanting an affordable location, I tell them to buy in that zip code,” says Tracy Truong, a Sacramento Realtor since 2003. “The good part is that there’s no flood insurance required.”
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Street food: Lemon Hills Farmers Market
On the south side of Avondale, one family has cultivated a garden of over six acres, and others grow veggies in the backyards. These green thumbs come together for the Lemon Hills Farmers Market almost every morning, and they sell their products at astoundingly low prices. Most veggie bundles are only a dollar or two; there are bucket deals on peppers, carrots and other veggies, too. Vendors shout out their bargains on both sides of Lemon Avenue, a friendly competition between neighbors.Sacramento City Schools within walking distance
Students can start at Elder Creek Elementary, just south on Lemon Hill Avenue and rated a B-minus by Niche. Moving west on this street, Will C. Wood Middle receives a C-plus and was designated as a Superintendents Priority School in 2011. Because of this designation, the school gets additional staff and resources from the Sacramento City School District. Hiram W. Johnson High is about 2 miles north on 65th Street, and Niche also gives it a C-plus. Built in 2024, its new golf facility includes a putting green, chipping area, hitting bays and a bunker.
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Matt Medl
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Patricia Holter
Patricia Holter
eXp Realty of California Inc
(916) 866-7207
185 Total Sales
1 in Avondale
$400,000 Price
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Adrian Tafoya
Adrian Tafoya
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Elk Grove
(279) 800-8751
59 Total Sales
1 in Avondale
$358,000 Price
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Peter Fong
Peter Fong
Capitol Realty Center Inc.
(916) 891-6756
40 Total Sales
2 in Avondale
$276K - $302K Price Range
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Tony Nguyen
Tony Nguyen
LPT Realty, Inc
(279) 529-5890
163 Total Sales
2 in Avondale
$345K - $360K Price Range
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Jasmine Sunkara
Jasmine Sunkara
Big Block Realty North
(916) 571-0681
316 Total Sales
1 in Avondale
$375,000 Price
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Marco Esquivel
Marco Esquivel
First Team Real Estate
(530) 453-0894
72 Total Sales
1 in Avondale
$358,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Earl Warren Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Artivio Guerro Park
- Basketball
- Skateboard
- Playground
Danny Nunn Park
- Picnic Area
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Camellia Park
- Tennis
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Baer Park
- Basketball
- Skateboard
- Playground
21st Avenue Parkway
- Bike Trails
- Picnic Area
- Trails
George Sim Park
Transit
Reviews
Niche Reviews
7/12/2014
Niche Review
It takes a while for police or fire to respond to calls in the area. it seems as though they get the same calls and so they take their time.
9/4/2023
Niche Review
Nice families. Excessive loud music, reported numerous times but still ongoing. Those residents that play loud music are unconcerned if their neighbor is annoyed. Some residents work on different hours, such as both the swing or night shift hours.
7/12/2014
Niche Review
If you want to do something in Sacramento, it's best to wait for the Arena to be built. For now the downtown Sacramento scene seems to be the 20 something crowd which would be exciting and the way to go
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Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Avondale | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 5 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 7 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Avondale Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Avondale, Sacramento sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Avondale, Sacramento over the last 12 months is $360,000, down 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$382,394
Median Sale Price
$360,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$360,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$428,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
25
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-10%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$357
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,220
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Median Year Built
1979
Months of Supply
3.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,290
Significantly below the national average
1,927
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,563
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,662
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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$499,000
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,973 Sq Ft
- 5836 Bosco Way
- New 1 day ago
Welcome to this well-maintained 4-bedroom + upstairs game room, 2-bathroom home with a versatile upstairs game room, offering nearly 2,000 sq ft of living space on a 5,667 sq ft lot. Built in 2006, this two-story residence features an open-concept layout, a spacious kitchen, central heating and air, dual-pane windows, and a 2-car attached garage. The interior boasts a mix of laminate, tile, and
Ashley Adrias Real Broker
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$449,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 1,380 Sq Ft
- 8000 37th Ave
- New 5 days ago
Newly updated 3 bed 2 bath home on quiet street, great home for a first time buyer.
Amanda Watson LPT Realty, Inc
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$330,000
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 910 Sq Ft
- 6801 38th Ave
- New 8 days ago
Cute and cozy 3 bedroom 1 bath in Fruitridge manor. This home has endless possibilities. Located on a quiet tree lined street, this home is perfect for the first time home buyer or investor. Centrally located near shopping, dining, and public transportation.
Joel Perez Re/Max Gold Fair Oaks
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has Equal Renters and Owners
Demographics
Total Population
5,522
Median Age
35
Population Density
14 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$46,140
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$62,686
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
62.5%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
9.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.5%
% Population in Labor Force
60.4%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
18''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
92°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
58
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
48
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
30
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
Colonial Village
Commuter neighborhood in southeast Sacramento, close to retail and restaurants
Colonial Village North
Small, quiet suburb 6 miles from downtown Sacramento
Fruitridge Manor
Friendly commuter suburb in southeast Sacramento, next to Stockton Boulevard
Glen Elder
Sacramento suburb with ranch-style homes and modern conveniences nearby
Southeast Village
Budget-friendly suburb close to Little Saigon, 9 miles southeast of Sacramento
Tahoe Park East
Not-well-known neighborhood in eastern Sacramento, lower housing prices
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