Reasons to Buy Real Estate in West Sacramento # 3

Number 3: NEIGHBORHOODS

It amazes me how many people move to West Sacramento and never leave. I sell homes in many different neighborhoods in Sacramento and I can't think of another community were the turnover is as low. I mean there are families here that have four and five generations that have called West Sacramento home.

Personally I've lived in the State Streets neighborhood for over 40 years. My grandfather had one of the first homes in the subdivision. It's located on the southeast corner of Alameda and Delaware. The interesting story about this home is that my grandfather purchased this home which was located on a ranch down Jefferson close to Clarksburg. He jacked it up with the help of one of his brothers, set it on logs and drug/rolled it behind a tractor to it's current location.

Back then the State Streets area had more cows and sheep than people and homes. Today the neighborhood is one of the most sought after areas for buyers. It features many homes built(between the early 1930's to the 1950's) in the craftsman bungalow style. They are reminiscent of the Curtis Park, Mckinnley Park, and Land Park areas of Sacramento, with the mature Heritage Oaks and Sycamore trees that line most streets.

Another low turnover neighborhood is just west of the State Streets across Park Blvd.. It is know as Westmore Oaks. These homes were built in the 1950's and 60's, and feature 3+ bedrooms and 2-car garages. (this is my only problem with the State Sts homes, most only have a 1-car garage). Like it's name the streets are lined with Majestic Heritage Oak trees.

I'll profile neighborhoods in Southport in future articles. For information or questions about West Sacramento Real Estate feel free to contact me.

Reasons to Buy Real Estate in West Sacramento # 2

Number 2: Close Proximity to Sacramento

If you work in Sacramento, especially if your job is downtown you can be there in minutes. Your options to get there are driving your car or take your bike down out of the rafters and get some exercise. I know quite a few people in West Sac that commute this way to their jobs at the State, Caltrans, and Federal offices. What a great way to stay in shape. Public Transportation in another option to commute without having to take your auto and then find a place to park.

There is another option I almost forgot to mention, why not work in West Sac.... There is a diverse job market here and I can tell you from experience it sure is nice to be able to drive just a short distance with no traffic to get to my office (actually my office is only a few blocks from my home). Unless I'm showing property or checking on one of my listings I can go days without crossing the river into town. West Sac has the best of all worlds, a small town feel but close enough to all.

What I find interesting when talking to people who have lived here in West Sac for just a short time is their lack of knowledge of the immediate surrounding areas. If you head south on Jefferson Blvd you'll notice how rural it becomes within a few short miles. Jefferson will parallel the deep water channel and eventually lead you to the Delta. On the way you'll pass through Clarksburg which has a Mayberry feel to it and who's history is deep into farming. This route is a great way to spend the day and explore this region's winery's, restaurants, and recreational opportunities.

As always feel free to contact me for additional info or comments on West Sacramento.

About West Sacramento

Now understand that I am totally biased about West Sacramento. I have lived here my entire life. When I was growing up, West Sac was a very small community made up mostly of blue collar folks and farmers. At that time Jefferson Bl was a 2-lane country road. My friends and I would grab our bikes, shotguns, and dogs and ride down Jefferson to Washington Lake to hunt pheasants and ducks....Fast forward to the present, imagine riding down Jefferson with a shotgun, how much attention would that bring you.....CAN YOU SAY WEST SACRAMENTO SWAT, GET DOWN NOW!!!!!

Well, as they say times have changed.What once was the other (bad) side of the river in now one of the regions fastest growing communities. West Sacramento is broken down into a few different communities. Bryte/Broderick, Old West Sacramento, and Southport. We are close to all major freeways and if you have to commute to Sacramento you'll usually be going opposite of the heavy traffic.

When it comes to West Sacramento Real Estate we have quite a diverse inventory of homes to offer, from older tudor style properties to brand new construction.

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Reasons to Buy Real Estate in West Sacramento # 1

Number 1 : AFFORDABLE

West Sacramento Real Estate has something to offer everyone. From the older more established neighborhoods to brand new never been lived in homes. Currently there are over 160 homes for sale in West Sac priced under $500,000. Compare these numbers to Davis where there are less than 50 homes priced under $500,000 . No wonder West Sacramento Real Estate has become so popular to Davis buyers.

On another note, my wife can't wait for the opening of the new Target store in the Southport Town Center this weekend. She claims that she'll be able to go for "days" without crossing the river into Sacramento to shop. I'm sure I'll be able to claim this distinction as will later this year with Home Depot and Lowe's scheduled to open.

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