Old East Davis, Davis, CA
At a glance
Old East Davis is ranked #16 of 57 neighborhoods in Davis with an overall score of 4.3/5. Its standout factors are schools (4.5/5, 24th of 57 in Davis) and nearby merchants (3.8/5). No factor scores below 3.8/5, its weakest being nearby merchants.
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Old East Davis is the historic strip just east of the railroad tracks, running from Second Street to a bit north of Fifth and over to L Street. It is one of the city's preserved older neighborhoods, with homes on the historic registry, landmark trees, and an active neighborhood association that has fought to keep its scale intact. The draw is walkability with character. You are a few blocks from downtown and the Amtrak depot, in a pocket of early Davis bungalows and cottages rather than tract houses. It has the texture that newer subdivisions simply cannot fake. The honest tradeoff sits right at the western edge: the train tracks. Freight and Amtrak run through, and the horns are part of the deal. For people who want history and downtown on foot, that is a fair price; for light sleepers, it is worth a test visit at night.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants3.8
Public Spaces-
Curb Appeal-
Overall Amenities score: 0.8 (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 | |
| North Davis 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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Old East Davis FAQs6 answers
Is Old East Davis a good place to live?
Old East Davis ranks 16th of 57 neighborhoods in Davis with an overall Houseberry score of 4.3 out of 5. Its strongest factors are schools (4.5/5) and nearby merchants (3.8/5).
Which schools serve Old East Davis?
Schools serving Old East Davis, Davis include Birch Lane Elementary (3.7/5), Fairfield Elementary (3.8/5), North Davis Elementary (4.4/5), Oliver Wendell Holmes Junior High (4.6/5) and Davis Senior High (5.0/5).
Is Old East Davis walkable to shops and restaurants?
Old East Davis, Davis scores 3.8 out of 5 for nearby merchants. Its overall amenities score is 0.8 out of 5, 3rd of 57 in Davis.
What is Old East Davis known for?
Old East Davis, Davis is associated with Historic Bungalows, Downtown Walkable and Heritage Homes. Its highest-scoring factor is schools (4.5/5).
How does Old East Davis compare to other Davis neighborhoods?
Old East Davis ranks 16th of 57 neighborhoods in Davis. It ranks 24th of 57 in Davis for schools (4.5/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (3.8/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Davis are Downtown Core Area and University Avenue.
What are the downsides of living in Old East Davis?
Old East Davis, Davis scores lowest on nearby merchants (3.8/5).
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