Encina Neighborhood

Is Encina a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide

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Crime Summary:

Crime Overview (last 12 months)

Severe1452

Medium1322

Low2219

Other8321

244 Registered Offenders Nearby

Rape43

Child involved185

Assault33

Other21

Crime Details:

Recent reported incidents in the past 12 months (newest first). Up to 10 records.

Crime date	Crime description	Address	Crime category
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid dispatched to an incident near Fulton Avenue in Sacramento involving Engine 105 and Medic 8 units.	Fulton Ave, Sacramento, CA 95825	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch coordinated with Inspector 23 regarding a possible wanted or missing subject on inbound train 9 near 70th and Capitol. Units were requested to check the train car as it approached the area near K Street and the Capitol.	10th St & K St, Sacramento, CA 95814	Missing Person
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid dispatched to a location near Howe Avenue, number (number withheld), in district 105, handled by Medic 816 Bravo and Operations A2.	Howe Ave, Sacramento, CA 95825	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, medical aid dispatched to a location near Howe Avenue, district 105. Medic 816 Bravo assigned on Operations A2.	Howe Ave, Sacramento, CA 95825	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a caller reported that a white Honda Sonata with tinted windows sped through a parking lot near Berkeley Peak Avenue, nearly hitting her and appearing to aim toward her while yelling at her to get out of the street. The incident was reported 5 to 10 minutes after it occurred.	Berkeley Way, Sacramento, CA 95819	Traffic
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, officers were sent to the area of P Street and 22nd Street in Sacramento for a reported bias-related harassment incident. A caller said a man yelled homophobic slurs at them while they were walking their dog and wanted to make a report.	P St & 22nd St, Sacramento, CA 95816	Disturbance
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a level one medical aid was dispatched to the intersection of Rio Linda Boulevard and Sonoma Avenue in district 20. Truck 17 responded with operations on D2.	Rio Linda Blvd & Sonoma Ave, Sacramento, CA 95815	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, a medical aid was dispatched to an incident near Howe Avenue in Sacramento. The response involved Engine 19 and operations unit A2 in district 105.	Howe Ave, Sacramento, CA 95825	Medical Emergency
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reported a 911 open line from an apartment near Stockton Blvd (unit 6C). A woman was heard crying and saying “you don’t have to touch me,” with a man heard in the background; no one would come to the phone. Treated as a possible domestic disturbance.	Stockton Blvd #6c, Sacramento, CA 95820	Domestic Dispute
Jul 16, 2026	As discussed during the dispatch call, dispatch reports a possible verbal argument between two adult men outside the 65th Street Station in Sacramento that may turn physical.	University/65th Street Station (EB), Sacramento, CA 95819	Assault Report

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Median Home Price

$431,385

Average Rent

$2,774

Vacancy Rate

8.9%

Nearby neighborhoods

Encina Neighborhood Overview

Encina is an urban neighborhood in Sacramento, CA, with a median home price of $431,385, making it more affordable than most California neighborhoods.

The community features a mix of small to medium apartments and single-family homes, with a majority renter occupancy and a vacancy rate near the national median.

UrbanAffordable HousingDiverse Community

Quick Facts

Child Poverty Rate	59.4%

Housing market and real estate character

Encina's housing stock mainly consists of small to medium apartments and single-family homes, with a majority of renter occupancy.

Vacancy Rate	8.9%
Housing Age (Built 1970-1999)	Majority
Renter Occupied	Majority

What buyers will notice right away

Most residences were built between 1970 and 1999, indicating a mature neighborhood.

The majority of homes are renter occupied, which may influence community dynamics.

Families and Lifestyle

Encina has a diverse population with notable family and social characteristics.

Diverse Community — Encina hosts a variety of ancestries including Romanian and Haitian, and a high share of African language speakers.

Same-Sex Couples	Higher than 97.2% of U.S. neighborhoods
Child Poverty Rate	59.4%

Demographics and Culture

Income Level	Lower-middle income
Occupations	36.2% sales/service, 24.4% manufacturing/labor, 23.0% executive/professional
Foreign Born	28.9%
Top Languages	English 46.9%, Spanish, African languages 5.3%, Tagalog
Top Ancestries	Mexican 39.5%, German 8.2%, Asian 5.5%, Haitian 3.4%, Russian 1.6%

Commute Patterns

Most Encina residents have a moderate commute and rely heavily on car travel.

Encina's high carpool rate is notable and may reflect community commuting habits.

Moderate Commute Times — Most residents spend between 15 and 30 minutes commuting to work.

Carpool Popularity — Carpooling is significantly more common here than in most U.S. neighborhoods.

Main Commute Time	15-30 minutes
Drive Alone Rate	55.9%
Carpool Rate	29.3%

Homes for sale near 95825

For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.

$380,000

3 bd | 2 ba | 1,809 sqft

2303 Fulton Ave

Sacramento, CA, 95825