Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA
Is South Oak Park a Safe Place to Live? Housing, Crime & Buyer Guide
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Crime Summary:
Crime Overview (last 12 months)
Severe1647
Medium1518
Low2661
Other8920
313 Registered Offenders Nearby
Rape81
Child involved220
Assault43
Other27
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, a medical call near Elder Creek Road involves a patient who appears uncooperative and violent with fire personnel. | Elder Creek Rd, Sacramento, CA 95824 | Medical Emergency |
| Jul 16, 2026 | As discussed during the dispatch call, a truck company was dispatched for possible public assistance near 7th Avenue in district 5 under operations B3. | 7th Ave, Sacramento, CA 95818 | Other Non-Crime Event |
| 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, emergency units responded to a medical aid call near Elder Creek Road in district nine. | Elder Creek Rd, Sacramento, CA 95824 | 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 |
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Median Home Price
$366,418
Average Rent
$1,981
Vacancy Rate
6%
Overview
South Oak Park is an urban neighborhood in Sacramento with mostly small to medium single-family homes and small apartment buildings built mainly between 1940 and 1999.
The neighborhood has a vacancy rate of 6.0%, near the national median, and a mix of owners and renters.
UrbanDiverseLower-Middle IncomeEstablished Homes
Quick Facts
| Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|
Housing market and real estate character
South Oak Park offers a mix of small to medium single-family homes and small apartments, with a balanced owner-renter occupancy.
| Housing Type | Small to medium single-family homes and small apartments |
|---|---|
| Housing Age | Most built between 1940 and 1999 |
| Owner Occupied Rate |
What buyers will notice right away
Homes mostly built mid-20th century, reflecting a stable community.
Mix of owners and renters supports diverse housing options.
Families & Lifestyle
South Oak Park has a diverse population with a below average income and a higher childhood poverty rate.
Diverse Community — Languages spoken include English, Spanish, Vietnamese, and Chinese, with notable Romanian ancestry.
Occupational Mix — Employment includes manufacturing, executive, clerical, and government jobs.
| Children Below Poverty Line | 23.4% |
|---|---|
| Manufacturing and Laborer Occupations | 38.3% |
Demographics
| Manufacturing and Laborer Occupations | 38.3% |
|---|---|
| English Speaking Households | 46.9% |
| Vietnamese Speaking Households | 5.8% |
| Romanian Ancestry | 1.9% |
| Foreign Born Residents | 29.8% |
Commute
Most residents have a commute under 30 minutes, with a majority driving alone to work.
South Oak Park offers manageable commute times with diverse transportation modes.
Short Commutes — 57.2% of workers commute 15-30 minutes, shorter than average.
Car-Dependent — Majority drive alone, with significant carpooling.
| Typical Commute Time | 15-30 minutes |
|---|---|
| Drive Alone Rate | 70.5% |
| Carpool Rate | 18.7% |
Homes for sale near 95820
For-sale listings in this zip code. Open a property in HoodScore to run a safety report.
$339,000
2 bd | 1 ba | 972 sqft
3839 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd #B
Sacramento, CA, 95820
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the median home price in South Oak Park?
The median home price is $366,418, less expensive than 92.6% of California neighborhoods.
What languages are commonly spoken?
English is most common, with Spanish, Vietnamese, and Chinese also spoken by many residents.