City Guide
Vallejo, CA
Overview
Vallejo, CA, is known for the first permanent home of California's state government and the west coast's first shipyard. The city is home to around 122,000 people, so living in Vallejo will have the best of small-town charm and big city living. A fun fact about Vallejo is that it is home to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom, the historic Empress Theatre, and the Vallejo Naval and Historical Museum. Something else to note about the city is that it has the oldest Naval cemetery on the west coast known as Mare Island Naval Cemetery.
What’s it like to live in Vallejo, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Vallejo, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$520,000
and homes stay on the market for 33 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Vallejo are $517,000
and $440,000
, respectively. Vallejo area townhouses have a median sale price of $429,500
, making them less expensive
than single family homes. If you’re not ready to buy a home, consider one of the many apartments for rent in Vallejo, CAExplore our Vallejo housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Vallejo home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Vallejo rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Vallejo rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Vallejo, or looking for a new home improvement project,
discover what home features and design trends may help increase your home's value.
Popular neighborhoods in and around Vallejo
Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
---|---|---|---|---|
Glen Cove | $677,000 | 66 / 100 | 21 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Hiddenbrooke | $751,750 | 50 / 100 | 9 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
East Vallejo | $585,000 | 64 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Mare Island | $755,000 | 57 / 100 | 19 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
Petaluma | $435,000 | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
Popular homes for sale in Vallejo
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See how much rent you can affordSee all rental listingsVallejo Migration & Relocation Trends
In Oct '24 - Dec '24, 25% of Vallejo homebuyers searched to move out of Vallejo, while 75% looked to stay within the metropolitan area.
- Across the nation, 3% of homebuyers searched to move into Vallejo from outside metros.
- Honolulu homebuyers searched to move into Vallejo more than any other metro followed by Santa Barbara and Visalia.
Where are people moving to Vallejo from?
- 75% of Vallejo homebuyers searched to stay within the Vallejo metropolitan area.
Where are people from Vallejo moving to?
Number of People Moving to Vallejo
least
most
People are moving to Vallejo from
Inbound | Net inflow | ||
---|---|---|---|
Metros | Oct '24 - Dec '24 | ||
1 | 818 | ||
2 | 219 | ||
3 | 108 | ||
4 | 105 | ||
5 | 69 | ||
6 | 11 | ||
7 | 4 | ||
8 | 3 | ||
9 | 2 | ||
10 | 1 |
Methodology
This data does not reflect actual moves. The latest migration analysis is based on a sample of about two
million Redfin.com users who searched for homes across more than 100 metro areas. To be included in this dataset, a Redfin.com user
must have viewed at least 10 homes in a three month period. This dataset excludes all rentals data.
What is there to do in Vallejo, CA ?
Vallejo, CA, is home to many enjoyable activities, like watching the sunset at one of its many parks to enjoying a bite to eat at fan-favorite restaurants. Vallejo has many popular museums including Vallejo Naval & Historical Museum, USA World Classic Car Museum, and Mc Cree Goudeau Gallery, all of which are frequented by tourists and locals alike. Performing arts venues like Empress Theatre and Vallejo Music Theatre/Fetterly are fan-favorites amongst locals. Home to Blue Rock Springs Park and Dan Foley Park, there are lots of parks where you can spend a relaxing evening. You can even take your dog to Wardlaw Dog Park. You'll find plenty of restaurants and charming cafes throughout the city. Make sure you grab a bite to eat at Scotty's Restaurant, Gracie's BBQ & Grill Restaurant, and Los Arquitos Restaurant for a small taste of what this city has to offer.
Explore some of the best things to do in Vallejo
What's the best way to get around Vallejo, CA ?
The best way to get around Vallejo is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Vallejo has a walk score of 46, meaning this area is car dependent. Another way to get around the city is by public transportation. Vallejo has a transit score of 28, with a few nearby public transportation options. You can also get around Vallejo by bike. With a bike score of 36, there is a minimal amount of infrastructure for biking.
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
Some Transit
Transit Score®
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
Vallejo Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Tram Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Metro Station
Our data indicates this city does not have this transportation type.
Car & Bike Rentals
Renting a car is another good way to get around the city. There are 6 car rental locations.