Downtown Vallejo, Vallejo, CA
At a glance
Downtown Vallejo is ranked #10 of 23 neighborhoods in Vallejo with an overall score of 2.0/5. Its standout factors are nearby merchants (3.8/5) and public spaces (3.8/5), at a median home price of $563k. It ranks 6th of 23 in Vallejo for schools. The trade-offs are safety (1.5/5) and schools (2.1/5).
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Downtown Vallejo is where the city actually faces the water. The ferry terminal runs straight to San Francisco, which is the single most important thing about living here: it is one of the only places in the North Bay with a true commute by boat. Georgia Street is the spine, running from the older blocks down to the marina, lined with restaurants, breweries, and the kind of local businesses that come and go but keep the street alive. The waterfront hosts the farmers market and the events that pull the rest of the city in on weekends. Housing is a mix of old Vallejo: early-1900s homes, some Victorians, and a handful of newer units closer to the water. The honest part is that downtown is still uneven block to block. The energy and the architecture are real, and so are the rough storefronts and the stretches that have not turned the corner yet. If you want walkability and the ferry over a polished suburban street, this is the trade, and for a certain buyer it is the most interesting part of Vallejo.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants3.8
Public Spaces3.8
Curb Appeal2.5
Overall Amenities score: 3.3
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vallejo High | High | 9-12 |
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Downtown Vallejo FAQs10 answers
Is Downtown Vallejo a good place to live?
Downtown Vallejo ranks 10th of 23 neighborhoods in Vallejo with an overall Houseberry score of 2.0 out of 5. Its strongest factors are nearby merchants (3.8/5) and public spaces (3.8/5). The trade-offs are safety (1.5/5) and schools (2.1/5).
Is Downtown Vallejo safe?
Downtown Vallejo, Vallejo scores 1.5 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 12th of 23 neighborhoods in Vallejo.
What do homes in Downtown Vallejo cost?
The median home price in Downtown Vallejo, Vallejo is $563k.
Are home prices in Downtown Vallejo rising or falling?
The median home price in Downtown Vallejo, Vallejo is roughly flat over the past 12 months, at $563k against $563k a year earlier. The full 12-month history is charted in the Median Price section on this page.
Which schools serve Downtown Vallejo?
Schools serving Downtown Vallejo, Vallejo include Vallejo High (2.1/5).
What is the weather like in Downtown Vallejo?
Downtown Vallejo, Vallejo receives 78% of its possible sunshine, 13th of 23 in Vallejo. Summer days run 54° to 79°F and winter days 40° to 58°F, August is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 21 inches a year.
Is Downtown Vallejo walkable to shops and restaurants?
Downtown Vallejo, Vallejo scores 3.8 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.8 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.3 out of 5, 4th of 23 in Vallejo.
What is Downtown Vallejo known for?
Downtown Vallejo, Vallejo is associated with Ferry Terminal, Waterfront Core and Georgia Street.
How does Downtown Vallejo compare to other Vallejo neighborhoods?
Downtown Vallejo ranks 10th of 23 neighborhoods in Vallejo. It ranks 6th of 23 in Vallejo for schools (2.1/5) and scores lowest on safety (1.5/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Vallejo are Somerset Highlands and Hunter Ranch.
What are the downsides of living in Downtown Vallejo?
Downtown Vallejo, Vallejo scores lowest on safety (1.5/5) and schools (2.1/5).
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