Why Live in Oak Knoll
Oak Knoll, located in Sacramento, features a variety of housing styles, including minimal traditional ranch-style homes and bungalows from the early 1960s to mid-1990s, as well as newer infill constructions. The neighborhood's Valley Vista subdivision showcases new traditional Craftsman-style homes. Common features of these homes include side- or cross-gabled roofs, shaded front porches, and two-car garages, with yards accommodating mature shrubs and oak or palm trees. Charles Robertson Park, a 9-acre space within Oak Knoll, offers amenities such as a skate park, basketball courts, picnic areas, a playground, and a community center hosting exercise groups. Del Paso Park, located a mile east, provides additional open space and shaded areas. Local dining options include 524 Mexican Food and Original Pizza House, both situated about three miles west near Interstate 80. Grocery shopping is convenient with stores like Pothong and Foods Co. nearby. Monthly events in Sacramento, such as the Behind the Barre festival at The Red Museum, offer cultural experiences with performances by local artists and food trucks. Oak Knoll is accessible via Interstate 5, located four miles southwest, and is served by the Sacramento Regional Transit District's extensive bus and light rail network. The neighborhood falls within the Twin Rivers Unified School District, with local schools including Del Paso Heights Elementary, Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy, and Grant Union High School, which offers specialized programs in the arts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Oak Knoll a good place to live?
Oak Knoll is a good place to live. Oak Knoll is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with some transit options. Oak Knoll is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 4, on par with the average neighborhood in the U.S. Oak Knoll has 5 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 4.4 people per acre and a median age of 30. The average household income is $51,711 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 10.3% of residents. A majority of residents in Oak Knoll are renters, with 61.5% of residents renting and 38.5% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Oak Knoll can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Oak Knoll neighborhood guide.
Is Oak Knoll, CA a safe neighborhood?
Oak Knoll, 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 Oak Knoll?
The median home price in Oak Knoll is $454,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $91,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,350 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $101K a year to afford the median home price in Oak Knoll. The average household income in Oak Knoll is $52K.
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Home Trends in Oak Knoll, CA
On average, homes in Oak Knoll, Sacramento sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Oak Knoll, Sacramento over the last 12 months is $443,000, down 17% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$443,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$443,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$439,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$299
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
34
Median List Price
$454,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-17%
