Noralto, Sacramento, CA
At a glance
Noralto is ranked #194 of 205 neighborhoods in Sacramento with an overall score of 1.8/5. Its standout factor is nearby merchants (3.9/5). It ranks 187th of 205 in Sacramento for schools. The trade-offs are safety (1.2/5) and schools (2.1/5).
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Noralto runs along Steelhead Creek between the Del Paso and Northgate areas, an older north-side neighborhood with more texture than most of its neighbors. The housing tells the story of a place built over decades: Minimal Traditional ranch homes and bungalows from the 1940s through the 1980s, with a scattering of 1920s cottages mixed in, all on a practical grid. Where Noralto separates itself is outdoors. It has more going for it than many north-side pockets, with Johnston Park offering basketball courts, playgrounds, and a community pool, and the scenic East Levee Road walking path tracing the creek. A real park and a creekside trail together are uncommon at this price on this side of town. Everyday retail runs to the Northgate and Marysville corridors, and Interstate 80 and light rail are within reach. The honest context is the broader North Sacramento one, with long disinvestment and upkeep that varies block to block. Even so, Noralto puts more on the table than the name suggests: older homes with character, a proper park, and a walk along the water, all at an affordable north-city price. It is one of the north side's more rewarding bets.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants3.9
Public Spaces2.9
Curb Appeal2.8
Overall Amenities score: 3.1
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Las Palmas Elementary | Primary | 3-6 | |
| Northwood Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Woodlake Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Rio Tierra Junior High | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy | Middle | 7-8 | |
| Grant Union High | High | 9-12 |
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Noralto FAQs8 answers
Is Noralto a good place to live?
Noralto ranks 194th of 205 neighborhoods in Sacramento with an overall Houseberry score of 1.8 out of 5. Its strongest factor is nearby merchants (3.9/5). The trade-offs are safety (1.2/5) and schools (2.1/5).
Is Noralto safe?
Noralto, Sacramento scores 1.2 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 194th of 205 neighborhoods in Sacramento.
Which schools serve Noralto?
Schools serving Noralto, Sacramento include Las Palmas Elementary (2.6/5), Northwood Elementary (1.4/5), Woodlake Elementary (1.7/5), Rio Tierra Junior High (2.0/5) and Martin Luther King Jr. Technology Academy (1.4/5). 1 more school is listed in the Schools section on this page.
What is the weather like in Noralto?
Noralto, Sacramento receives 80% of its possible sunshine, 111th of 205 in Sacramento. Summer days run 58° to 91°F and winter days 40° to 57°F, July is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 20 inches a year.
Is Noralto walkable to shops and restaurants?
Noralto, Sacramento scores 3.9 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 2.9 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.1 out of 5, 81st of 205 in Sacramento.
What is Noralto known for?
Noralto, Sacramento is associated with Steelhead Creek, Johnston Park and Older Cottages.
How does Noralto compare to other Sacramento neighborhoods?
Noralto ranks 194th of 205 neighborhoods in Sacramento. It ranks 187th of 205 in Sacramento for schools (2.1/5) and scores lowest on safety (1.2/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Sacramento are Sacramento City College and Wilhaggin.
What are the downsides of living in Noralto?
Noralto, Sacramento scores lowest on safety (1.2/5) and schools (2.1/5).
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