Sheldon Road / Waterman Road, Elk Grove, CA
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Sheldon Road / Waterman Road is ranked #27 of 27 neighborhoods in Elk Grove with an overall score of 3.0/5. It ranks 23rd of 27 in Elk Grove for schools. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (2.2/5) and public spaces (2.9/5).
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
This eastern pocket sits squarely in Elk Grove's transition zone, where the grid subdivisions give way to larger lots and a more open, semi-rural feel. Waterman Road runs the north edge, Elk Grove-Florin Road wraps the south and west, and the interior streets sit somewhere between full suburban and country. The appeal is space and quiet. Lots run bigger here than in the core, the pace is slower, and the eastern position keeps it away from the busiest commercial corridors. You still have Elk Grove-Florin Road for a quick route back toward shopping and schools when you need it. The tradeoff is the usual one for this side of town: errands mean a drive, the sidewalks thin out, and the area lacks a strong commercial or recreational anchor of its own. For people who want a little more elbow room than the western subdivisions allow without committing to true acreage, the Sheldon and Waterman stretch threads that needle.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants2.2
Public Spaces2.9
Curb Appeal3.1
Overall Amenities score: 2.8
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butler Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Kerr Middle School | Middle | 7-8 | |
| Smedberg Middle School | Middle | 7-8 | |
| Elk Grove High School | High | 9-12 | |
| Sheldon High School | High | 9-12 |
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Houseberry School Score Data
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Sheldon Road / Waterman Road FAQs8 answers
Is Sheldon Road / Waterman Road a good place to live?
Sheldon Road / Waterman Road ranks 27th of 27 neighborhoods in Elk Grove with an overall Houseberry score of 3.0 out of 5. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (2.2/5) and public spaces (2.9/5).
Is Sheldon Road / Waterman Road safe?
Sheldon Road / Waterman Road, Elk Grove scores 3.0 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 27th of 27 neighborhoods in Elk Grove.
Which schools serve Sheldon Road / Waterman Road?
Schools serving Sheldon Road / Waterman Road, Elk Grove include Butler Elementary (3.6/5), Kerr Middle School (3.9/5), Smedberg Middle School (3.0/5), Elk Grove High School (3.2/5) and Sheldon High School (3.7/5).
What is the weather like in Sheldon Road / Waterman Road?
Sheldon Road / Waterman Road, Elk Grove receives 80% of its possible sunshine, 25th of 27 in Elk Grove. Summer days run 58° to 90°F and winter days 40° to 57°F, July is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 19 inches a year.
Is Sheldon Road / Waterman Road walkable to shops and restaurants?
Sheldon Road / Waterman Road, Elk Grove scores 2.2 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 2.9 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 2.8 out of 5, 23rd of 27 in Elk Grove.
What is Sheldon Road / Waterman Road known for?
Sheldon Road / Waterman Road, Elk Grove is associated with Transition Zone, Semi Rural and Quiet Streets.
How does Sheldon Road / Waterman Road compare to other Elk Grove neighborhoods?
Sheldon Road / Waterman Road ranks 27th of 27 neighborhoods in Elk Grove. It ranks 23rd of 27 in Elk Grove for schools (3.4/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (2.2/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Elk Grove are Elk Grove Boulevard / Four Winds Drive and Waterman Road / Bond Road.
What are the downsides of living in Sheldon Road / Waterman Road?
Sheldon Road / Waterman Road, Elk Grove scores lowest on nearby merchants (2.2/5) and public spaces (2.9/5).
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