La Buena Vida, Davis, CA
At a glance
La Buena Vida is ranked #14 of 57 neighborhoods in Davis with an overall score of 4.3/5. Its standout factor is schools (4.5/5, 23rd of 57 in Davis). The trade-off is nearby merchants (1.9/5).
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
La Buena Vida is a condominium community in East Davis, set in a circular layout next to the Wildhorse area off Pole Line Road. Built in the early 1970s, it runs about 272 units in small four-plex buildings, a distinct form from the single-family blocks around it. It is a lower-maintenance, more affordable way into Davis, with the trade-offs that come with the vintage: each home gets half of a shared two-car garage and buildings share laundry. The location is the upside, close to East Davis schools, the Pole Line retail, and the greenbelt network. The honest framing is that this is dense, dated-but-functional condo stock, not a detached-home street. For buyers who want a Davis address without a single-family price, that is exactly the appeal.
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Near good merchants1.9
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Overall Amenities score: 0.4 (1)
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birch Lane Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Fairfield Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Davis Senior High | High | 9-12 |
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Houseberry School Score Data
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La Buena Vida FAQs6 answers
Is La Buena Vida a good place to live?
La Buena Vida ranks 14th of 57 neighborhoods in Davis with an overall Houseberry score of 4.3 out of 5. Its strongest factor is schools (4.5/5). The trade-off is nearby merchants (1.9/5).
Which schools serve La Buena Vida?
Schools serving La Buena Vida, Davis include Birch Lane Elementary (3.7/5), Fairfield Elementary (3.8/5), Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High (4.6/5) and Davis Senior High (5.0/5).
Is La Buena Vida walkable to shops and restaurants?
La Buena Vida, Davis scores 1.9 out of 5 for nearby merchants. Its overall amenities score is 0.4 out of 5, 23rd of 57 in Davis.
What is La Buena Vida known for?
La Buena Vida, Davis is associated with Condo Community, Circular Layout and Affordable Entry. Its highest-scoring factor is schools (4.5/5).
How does La Buena Vida compare to other Davis neighborhoods?
La Buena Vida ranks 14th of 57 neighborhoods in Davis. It ranks 23rd of 57 in Davis for schools (4.5/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.9/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Davis are Downtown Core Area and University Avenue.
What are the downsides of living in La Buena Vida?
La Buena Vida, Davis scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.9/5).
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