Why Live in Woodside
Woodside, a neighborhood in Sacramento, was developed from the 1960s to the ‘80s by Robert Powell, aiming to create a forested residential area. The neighborhood features low-rise condos and townhouses with terraces and patios, surrounded by greenery, and a pocket of single-family ranch-style homes from the 1960s and ‘70s. The Woodside Homeowner’s Association manages community amenities such as a pool, sauna, and tennis courts, though it enforces strict rules, particularly regarding street parking. Recreational features include greenbelts, walking trails, and the 10-acre Swanston Park, which offers playgrounds, basketball courts, and a splash pad. The American River, with its paved trails, is nearby, providing opportunities for outdoor activities like biking and fishing. Local amenities are within walking distance, including Pavilions Shopping Center with boutiques and trendy restaurants, and Loehmann’s Plaza Shopping Center with chains and local eateries. The Cal Expo event space, hosting events like the California State Fair, is less than 3 miles away. Woodside is conveniently located about 2 miles from U.S. 50 and 3 miles from Interstate 80, with Fair Oaks Boulevard providing a direct route to downtown Sacramento. Sacramento Regional Transit buses serve the area, and Sacramento International Airport is approximately 15 miles away. The neighborhood experiences poor air quality year-round, a factor to consider for potential residents.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Woodside a good place to live?
Woodside is a good place to live. Woodside is considered somewhat walkable and very bikeable with some transit options. Woodside is a suburban neighborhood. Woodside has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is very dense in population with 18.0 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $69,733 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 40.6% of residents. A majority of residents in Woodside are renters, with 73.9% of residents renting and 26.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Woodside can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Woodside neighborhood guide.
Is Woodside, CA a safe neighborhood?
Woodside, CA is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Woodside?
The median home price in Woodside is $290,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $58,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.01%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,390 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $60K a year to afford the median home price in Woodside. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Woodside is $70K.
What are the best public schools in Woodside?
The best public schools that serve Woodside are:
What are the best private schools in Woodside?
The best private schools that serve Woodside are:
- Shalom School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 4:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- St Francis High School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 4.3.
- Sacramento Country Day School has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 9:1 and an average review score of 4.2.
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Home Trends in Woodside, CA
On average, homes in Woodside, Sacramento sell after 46 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Woodside, Sacramento over the last 12 months is $289,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$289,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$550,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$347,499
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$289,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$215,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$298
Number of Homes for Sale
14
Last 12 months Home Sales
55
Median List Price
$290,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
