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Davis California Neighborhoods and Homes

July 22nd, 2007 categories: Davis, Real Estate

Street in DavisThe City of Davis in California has made no secret that they have a moratorium on growth. There is a reason why Richards Blvd. is only 2 lanes that is their way of keeping strangers out. The laws are very explicit no smoking in their City. There was even a case that went to court over someone snoring to loudly.
 
Davis knows what it want and they don’t care who knows it. Don’t like it, don’t move into Davis. It’s just that simple. There is a little bit of everything in Davis from the wide tree-lined streets with nostalgic homes to the apartment dwellers attending the University.
 Village Homes is an area of environmentally friendly homes that has been going strong since 1975 this is the solar and “Green” area for Davis. You won’t find sidewalks boarding the streets instead you’ll find narrow streets which cuts down on the pavement heat. The houses face inward to a sidewalk/biking trail of common area. This type of style is conducive to knowing your neighbors and having a friendly, safe area for the children.
 
Davis, CA has 3 zip codes. Below are each of the zip codes. 
  
Zip Codes 95616
Population (2000) 75,434
Median Household Income $45,870
Median Resident Age 26
 
Davis                          Zip Code 95618
Population (2000) 1051
Median Household Income $131,603
Median Resident Age 49
 
Davis                          Zip Code 95620
Population (2000) 20,202
Median Household Income $60,073
Median Resident Age 31
 
Condo                                                 Single Family Homes
$239K-$660K+                                  $378K-$1.3 mil+
 
 
Welcome to Davis, California in Yolo County. If you are planning on moving or relocating to California, this is a great place to learn a little something about each of the areas and neighborhood Real Estate prior to deciding where you would like to live.
 
Davis, a campus town, is best known for one of the highest ranking Universities in Central California, the prestigious University of California at Davis. Davis is located west of Sacramento on Interstate 80 which is a straight shot from Sacramento and approximately 15 miles away from Downtown Sacramento.
 
Davis University is known for agriculture and their medial division which ranks highly.  The Mondavi Center for the Performing Arts is one of the finest in the area.  Want to read the Davis Community Network and find out what is happening?
 
The City of Davis calls itself, “The Bicycle Capital of the World.”  Crisscrossed with bike trails, Davis bikersgreenbelts, a Downtown corner with a statue of 2 joggers, sidewalk cafes, bakeries, bookstores, theaters and art galleries gives the ambiance of the outdoor life and high energy of its residents. 
 
The school rankings are among the highest in the state and many students go on to further their education right there in Davis, at the University.  Unlike Berkeley that is a more urban campus, Davis has a country atmosphere.
 
The streets in Davis are quaint with older homes, large lots and older trees.  Many of the homes were built in the 50’s and 60’s and Davis has kept building in the area to a minimum. However Mace Ranch on the east side houses approximately 5,800 newer homes and Wild Horse is a master-planned community with a golf course Quite a few 2 story and four plus bedroom homes along with parks and other amenities can be found at Wild Horse. Lake Alhambra offers custom homes around a man-made lake which are quite lovely, as well.
 
The community for Davis attends Davis Joint Unified School District.
 
The following are a few of the condo complexes and single family home neighborhood communities in the City of Davis, CA.
  
Condo Subdivisions                           Single Family Home Subdivisions
La Buena Vida                                          Davis Manor
Covell Commons                                       Gentry Greens
Arrowhead                                              Old Mill Place
Aspen                                                    University Village
Village Homes                                          Huntwood Park
El Cemonte Gardens                                  Green  Meadows
University Meadows                                  Mace Ranch   
Casa del Oro                                           Oasis Place
Pajaro                                                    Southfield Park
Stonegate                                               Wildhorse
Senda Nueva                                            Robbins
Veranda Homes                                         Binnings
Oaks At el Macerol                                     North Davis Meadows
                                                              Lake Alhambra Estates
                                                              Willowbank
 
Here are a few secret places to go in Davis … 
  • Sophia’s Tai Food on E Street – Pamela Porter, a local Davis resident says “it’s amazing, affordable and has outdoor seating.”
  • Peet’s Coffee – just opened in May on E Street and “everyone” goes there
  • Mishka’s – 2nd Street has more than just coffee and loads of electric outlets to catch up on your email while enjoying some baked goods, salad, sandwiches and of course, coffee
  • Austrian Bakery on 5th Konditorei-don’t miss it, the building is BIG and yellow–Best Pastries and they have my favorite GELATO
  • Colette, for French food on 2nd Street

Don’t forget to add these to your list of MUST Sees and Do’s for Davis, CA

Also be sure to check out the Arboretum Paths which is part of the University of Davis with a long creek and relaxing walk while viewing the ducks and geese, the redwoods, oak trees, Austrian shrubs and the cacti…there is a lot to experience and appreciate in this living museum. Many of the Davis city events are held here.

The City of Davis has what they call “Celebrate Davis!” This event is put on each May at the Community Park on 14th and F Street by the Davis Chamber of Commerce. It’s a great way for getting to know your neighbors, businesses and some down home fun.

One of my Favorite Hidden Neighborhoods in DAVIS, CA

Howard Way and College Park HomesI must say that one of my favorite areas in Davis is located at College Park and Howard Way. This is a neighorbood that was considered to be out in the boonies when the University of Davis first opened its’ doors. A Professor by the name of Howard decided to have homes built for the other professors at the University of Davis in this area. Professor Howard named the street College Park and in honor of Professor Howard, Davis named the cross street after the Professor.

There are only a handful of homes on this street and each one is a house of character with a history.

If you are thinking of relocating be sure to check out Davis, CA there is something for everyone. To see current homes for sale in Davis, click here. I hope this helps home buyers who are thinking of buying a home in Davis and becoming familiar with the area.

This entry was posted on Sunday, July 22nd, 2007 at 8:12 am and is filed under Davis, Real Estate. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. You can leave a response, or trackback from your own site.

  1. Carlsbad Real Estate said at July 23rd, 2007 at 2:35 pm

    What a great article on Davis, CA! I will refer anyone looking to move there from San Diego to you.

    –Roberta Murphy

  2. Gena Riede said at July 23rd, 2007 at 2:49 pm

    Roberta, well thank you. Davis is a great town and has plenty to offer. By the way, how’s the gentleman that I sent to you doing?

  3. Ginger Wilcox said at August 5th, 2007 at 4:19 am

    Great information on Davis Gena. The information on Village Homes was very interesting.

  4. Gena said at August 5th, 2007 at 7:21 am

    Hi Ginger,
    Glad you liked the article. I hope that it helps shed a little lite on a great area.

    Davis and especially the Village Homes are a great example of an “e-friendly” area.

    Thanks for popping in to Sacramento Real Estate Voice.

  5. Catherine said at May 3rd, 2008 at 11:19 pm

    Catherine

    I have seen many sites before and most of them do not look this good. I cannot wait to let my riends know about this site. Thanks for the excellent content.

  6. Gena Riede said at May 7th, 2008 at 7:43 pm

    Thank you, Catherine. Glad you like it. Feel free to tell as many people as you like. We always love to have new viewers here on Sacramento Real Estate Voice.

  7. Rudy said at March 20th, 2010 at 3:23 am

    Friends come and go, but relatives tend to accumulate.

  8. Shadi said at April 5th, 2010 at 1:55 pm

    I am a Davis graduate.. Biotech major. This city pulls you in and won’t let you out. It was very tough saying good bye to the homey Davis after 3 years. I biked every where, picked fresh almonds on campus and from the village, swam in the “on top of hill” pool on La Rue which gives you a panoramic view of the streets around it, jogged around lake blvd’s pond and on Richards, made many friends and stuided hard. I still go visit this wonderful town and reminise with friends.. It feels like home like no where else on earth.. the welcoming Davis. Go Aggies!

  9. Gena Riede said at April 5th, 2010 at 10:05 pm

    Thank you for sharing your experience with the reader about Davis. I think it’s always important for the readers to hear from the folks that live, work and play in the neighborhoods.

    I hope to help you find a house in Davis someday when you are ready. It sounds like you left your soul there so someday you’ll need to go back to stay!

  10. Gena Riede said at April 6th, 2010 at 2:14 pm

    Thank you Shadi for sharing your living experience in Davis, CA. Hearing from folks who have lived in Davis and can share their experiences means so much more to the reader.

    I hope someday to help you relocate to Davis and make it your home again. Yes, Go Aggies!

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