NELSON

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Nelson Park CA Homes For Sale

Vacaville, California

 

The Nelson Park neighborhood is in east Vacaville bordered by Leisure Town Road, Nut Tree Road, Ulatis Drive and Marshall Road. There is some industrial commerce on the eastern side of Nelson Park with select eateries, shopping and banking available on the west side.

Neighborhoods Nearby Nelson Park

Vacaville has distinct neighborhoods, each with its own character and overall vibe. From the historic downtown area with its gorgeous old Victorians to the beautiful rolling hills of Browns Valley, there is a neighborhood for everyone here.

Nelson Park Home Improvement Resources

Perhaps you’re not quite ready to sell your home, but need to make a few crucial updates in order to make it market ready. Or maybe you need to make improvements before moving in to your newly purchased home. Everything from kitchen and bath remodels, additions, or full cosmetic overhaul, no project is too big or too small.

Nelson Park Real Estate Agents

We have knowledgeable real estate agents ready and waiting to help you buy or sell the perfect home in Vacaville. Each of our associates is a host of valuable information about the city and all that it has to offer.

Nelson Park Zip Codes

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Nelson Park Market Stats

  • 2016 Average sale price is $405,382
  • 2016 # of Homes Sold: 76
  • 2016 Average Days on Market: 44

Nelson Park Nearby Cities

Vacaville is in the heart of Solano County, located near major city hubs and smaller urban cores, alike.


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Nelson Park School Information

Nelson Park is home to many schools, from elementary to adult schools, both public and private. Please inquire at the DOE for what High School Nelson Park residents attend. No matter where you live in Nelson Park, great education is just around the corner.

PUBLIC ELEMENTARY (4 SCHOOLS)

Alternative Cooperative Education Charter School
Grades: K-6
400 Hemlock St.
Vacaville , CA 95688

Cooper Elementary School
Grades: K-6
750 Christine Dr.
Vacaville , CA 95687

Fairmont Charter Elementary School
Grades: K-6
1355 Morning Glory Dr.
Vacaville , CA 95687

Solano County Special Education

Grades: PRE-12
1707 California Dr.
Vacaville , CA 95687

PUBLIC MIDDLE (2 SCHOOLS)

Solano County Special Education
Grades: PRE-12
1707 California Dr.
Vacaville , CA 95687

Vaca Pena Middle School
Grades: 7-8
200 Keith Way
Vacaville , CA 95687

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PUBLIC HIGH (3 SCHOOLS)

Elise P. Buckingham Charter Magnet High School
Grades: 9-12
188 Bella Vista Rd. #B
Vacaville , CA 95687

Solano County Special Education
Grades: PRE-12
1707 California Dr.
Vacaville , CA 95687

Will C. Wood High School
Grades: 9-12
998 Marshall Rd.
Vacaville , CA 95687

PRIVATE (4 SCHOOLS)

Bethany Lutheran
Grades: K-8
1011 Ulatis Dr
Vacaville , CA 95687

Faith Academy
Grades: K-8
490 Brown St.
Vacaville , CA 95688

Vacaville Adventist Christian School
Grades: 1-8
4740 Allendale Rd.
Vacaville , CA 95688

Vacaville Christian Schools
Grades: PRE-12
1117 Davis St.
Vacaville , CA 95687

CATHOLIC (1 SCHOOL)

Notre Dame
Grades: K-8
1781 Marshall Rd.
Vacaville , CA 9568

PUBLIC ADULT & OTHER (1 SCHOOL)

Adult Education
Grades:
100McClellan Rd.
Vacaville , CA 95687

Nelson Park In Depth

Location

The Nelson Park neighborhood is in east Vacaville with its eastern border being Leisuretown Road. Western border is Nut Tree Road. North border is Ulatis Drive then Marshall Road to the south.

Parks and Recreation

There are several parks in Nelson Park for residents to enjoy!  Arbor Oaks Park is a 3 acre park includes picnic tables, 1 playground, a bike rack, 3 BBQ’s, and open turf area with large shade trees. Patwin Park is a 5 acre park includes 2 picnic tables, 2 benches, 1 playground, 1 backstop, basketball court, volleyball court, 2 bike racks and a multi-purpose field. Nelson Park, the largest, is a 10.5 acre park includes 3 picnic tables, 8 benches, 1 playground, 2 lighted softball fields, bleachers, 2 electric scoreboards, 2 score keeper huts, 1 bike rack, concession building, and restrooms.

Demographics

There are currently approximately 96,958 people living in the city of Vacaville. The population density 3233.5 per square mile. The median age of resident in the city is 38.2, which is slightly higher than both the state average of 35.6 and the national average of 37.4. Most households are families of 3. The majority of residents are English speaking, with the next commonly spoken language being Spanish. The workforce is primarily made up of blue collar jobs, with roughly 35% of the force being white collar positions.

Weather

Vacaville has a typical Mediterranean climate with hot, dry summers and cool, wet winters. Characteristic of inland California, summers can get quite hot. Autumns are warm in the early part but quickly cool down as the wet season approaches. Winters can be cool, and often foggy, but are mild compared to other regions. Spring is a rather pleasant season with fairly mild temperatures and not so much rain. The greater majority of precipitation falls in the autumn, winter, and spring months with little to none in summer. On average, there are 260 sunny days per year in Vacaville, California. The average yearly temperature is a pleasant 73 degrees F and is the ideal location for outdoor adventures of all kinds. The high temperature in July is 94 degrees F and the low in January is around 39 degrees F. Sperling's comfort index for Vacaville is an 83 out of 100. Its higher score indicates a comfortable year-around climate.

Attractions

The 3 parks are popular for residents during the spring, summer and fall seasons for family fun. Additionally there is some limited shopping, restaurants and banking available on the eastern side of Nelson Park.

There are numerous community events throughout the year that provide fun for the entire family, including the annual Fiesta Days and Fourth of July celebrations, a “Tribute to Seniors”, free concerts during the summer at the downtown Creekwalk, and the “Merriment on Main” festivities during the holiday season. With Vacaville’s central location, residents can “day trip” to beaches, Lake Tahoe, and the Napa wine country. However, they need not look further than Vacaville for a wide range of arts and entertainment opportunities, including the Vacaville Performing Arts Theater. For those who enjoy the outdoors, Lagoon Valley Park provides the opportunity to fish, hike, and sail in a scenic, natural setting.

Other options include enjoying the downtown with a stroll along the beautiful Alamo Creek or enjoy Creekwalk Festivities, catching a movie, or hitting the ice at the skating center. Residents and visitors enjoy some of the best shopping in the area with a thriving retail district along Interstate 80 that includes one of the largest factory outlet complexes in California.

If restaurants and dining are your thing, Vacaville has options galore! Residents and visitors enjoy an expanding choice of restaurants in the revitalized, historic downtown, traditional family owned restaurants, to sports bar and grills, seriously delicious steakhouses, teppen-yaki, sushi, Mediterranean, Italian to established franchises, you’ll find it all in Vacaville.

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Community Resources

Community resources are available in neighboring areas such as Downtown Vacaville.

Healthcare

NorthBay VacaValley Hospital is located within the Nelson Park neighborhood. You'll also find NorthBay Wound CareNorthBay Alzheimers Resource as well as Brookdale Vacaville, an assisted living facility.

Military

Vacaville/Fairfield/Suisun City are home to the Travis Air Force Base, which is under the operational control of the Air Mobility Command. It is located just 3 miles east of the main business district in Vacaville. The 60th Air Mobility Wing is the largest wing in the Air Force’s AMC command, and is the host unit at Travis AFB. Travis AFB handles more cargo and passengers through its airport than any other military terminal in the nation. The base has had a major impact on the Central Solano County community, as many military families and veterans have chosen to make the city their permanent home. It is also the largest employer in the entire county and greatly helps the area’s overall economic stability.

Education

There are numerous schools located throughout the city for children to attend. Nelson Park is served by the Vacaville Unified School District. Vacaville Unified School District has an enrollment of over 12,841 in 27 schools. There are also parochial schools, pre-schools, and day care centers in the area. Over 30 colleges and universities within the Bay Area and Central Valley are within easy commuting distance from Nelson Park.

Real Estate

There is a wide range of homes available to buy or rent in Nelson Park. The median sales price is approximately $421,250. A majority of the available homes are single-family homes, built during the mid-late 20th century. Nelson Park’s strategic location, extensive transportation networks, readily available and value-priced properties, and proximity to Northern California's attractions all make it a prime location to live.