The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 95834 sells for about $464,000, or $295 per square foot.
Prices are down 1.2% from a year ago, which gives buyers more room to negotiate. Homes take about 32 days to sell. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $2,150 a month.
ZIP 95834 — Sacramento
The 95834 housing market is currently balanced, with a median sale price of $464,000 and a moderate supply of inventory. While year-over-year prices have seen a slight decline, the area remains a stable choice for families and commuters due to its proximity to major employment hubs. Market activity is steady, though buyers are increasingly price-sensitive in the current interest rate environment.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and commuters seeking newer housing stock and proximity to downtown Sacramento and the airport. It attracts buyers looking for suburban amenities within a short drive of the urban core.
Median prices moved down 1.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 32 days on market with 4.2 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
18% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 98.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.8% · poverty 9.5% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 5.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.7%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
net influx — more people moved in than out
ZCTA 95834, Sacramento County CA
Crime rates in the 95834 area are generally consistent with broader Sacramento urban trends, with property-related offenses being the primary concern for residents. Regional comparisons indicate moderate safety levels compared to the city's core, though localized fluctuations occur.
Schools serving the area are primarily part of the Natomas Unified School District, which maintains a mix of ratings; several campuses are noted for modern facilities and diverse student populations.
The area is situated within the Sacramento Valley flood plain, necessitating participation in regional flood-control programs and mandatory flood insurance for many properties. Wildfire risk is considered low, though regional air quality can be impacted by seasonal wildfire smoke.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the Sacramento International Airport and the North Natomas development corridor, which features significant retail, office, and residential expansion. Major employers include regional government offices and logistics hubs near the I-5 and I-80 interchange.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (California) — Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act Special Parcel Tax Assessment: Levies an annual direct, non-ad valorem special tax directly on the parcel's secured property tax bill to fund designated community infrastructure (e.g., roads, sewer facilities, school facilities, emergency services) and repay municipal debt bonds. State (California) — California Homeowners' Property Tax Exemption: Reduces the taxable assessed value of the qualifying owner-occupied principal residence by $7,000 against the county assessment roll, generating a direct tax savings of approximately $70 annually (computed as $7,000 × 1% base rate). State (California) — California Proposition 13 Ad Valorem Real Property Tax: Establishes a base ad valorem tax rate capped at 1.0% of assessed value plus voter-approved local indebtedness and direct assessments (typically resulting in an effective tax rate of 1.1% to 1.25%).
Residents benefit from direct access to Interstate 5 and Highway 99, providing a 10-15 minute drive to downtown Sacramento. Public transit options include regional bus lines, though the area remains heavily reliant on personal vehicle commuting.
The area features extensive greenbelts and community parks, including North Natomas Regional Park, which offers sports fields, an aquatic complex, and walking trails. Shopping and dining are concentrated in the Natomas Town Center and surrounding retail plazas.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand from commuters and airport-adjacent workers, with a mix of single-family rentals and large apartment complexes. Vacancy rates remain stable, though rent growth has moderated compared to previous years.
The economy is anchored by logistics, government services, and proximity to Sacramento International Airport. The area serves as a major employment node for the northern Sacramento region.
The area is served by major highway corridors including I-5 and I-80, facilitating regional connectivity. Public transit is provided by Sacramento Regional Transit (SacRT) bus services.
Ongoing development focuses on infill residential projects and expansion of retail infrastructure along the Del Paso Road corridor.
Parcels are subject to Natomas Unified School District taxes and various Mello-Roos community facilities districts for infrastructure maintenance.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by regional flood-zone designations and general California market trends, with many properties requiring supplemental flood coverage.
Data retrieved from data.census.gov ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Roseville Golfland Sunsplash4.416.6 mi
- Wake Island Waterpark4.58.5 mi
- Fairytale Town4.57.2 mi
- Round1 Bowling & Arcade - Roseville3.916.6 mi
- Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park4.16.1 mi
- Thunder Valley Casino Resort4.117.8 mi
- Golden 1 Center4.54.5 mi
- Sutter Health Park4.64.3 mi
- SAFE Credit Union Convention Center4.54.9 mi
- Topgolf Roseville4.516.1 mi
- Sacramento Zoo4.47.2 mi
- California State Railroad Museum4.84.1 mi
- California State Capitol Museum4.74.8 mi
- Cinemark Century Arden XD and ScreenX4.76.7 mi
- Discovery Park4.42.8 mi
- California State Railroad Museum4.84.1 mi
- California State Capitol Museum4.74.8 mi
- Old Sacramento Waterfront4.64.2 mi
- Crocker Art Museum4.84.6 mi
- SMUD Museum of Science and Curiosity4.43.5 mi
- California State Capitol Museum4.74.8 mi
- Discovery Park4.42.8 mi
- McKinley Park4.65.6 mi
- Fairytale Town4.57.2 mi
- California State Capitol Park4.74.9 mi
- Sacramento Marina4.45.4 mi
- Cliff's Marina4.413.7 mi
- River View Marina4.62.6 mi
- Verona Marina4.311 mi
- Haggin Oaks Golf Complex4.56.6 mi
- Bing Maloney Golf Course4.39.7 mi
- Teal Bend Golf Club4.46.4 mi
- Del Paso Country Club4.57.6 mi
- Ancil Hoffman Golf Course4.511.8 mi
- Arden Fair4.36 mi
- WinCo Foods4.38.1 mi
- Sacramento Natural Foods Co-op4.66.1 mi
- Safeway4.25.5 mi
- Delta Shores4.512.7 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Large community park with sports fields, an aquatic center, and extensive trails.
Primary retail and dining hub serving the local community.
Modern community library and cultural hub.
Deterministic aggregate of 1 researched property in this ZIP (latest reading each) — each property weighs one; per point, properties lacking the value are excluded. Property-level records (taxes, scores, permits) never roll individually.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.