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Inside 5 unique properties turning heads across Sacramento

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Sacramento's real estate scene boasts some truly unique and captivating homes. A whimsical Tudor in Land Park charms buyers with its enchanting dormers and a historic pool from the 1940s. The region also features a "pretty rare" geodesic dome home in Carmichael, set apart by its striking design and wraparound deck along a serene creek.

For those seeking ultimate luxury, there's a Granite Bay estate with a 4,000-square-foot indoor basketball court, and an Elk Grove property that includes its own private golf course and access to a sprawling lake. Downtown living peaks with a penthouse atop the Kimpton Sawyer Hotel, offering panoramic city and river views plus VIP perks at Golden 1 Center.

The geodesic home in Carmichael is asking $949,000. By Snap A Prop

NO. 1: ‘PRETTY RARE’ GEODESIC DOME HOME IN THIS SACRAMENTO SUBURB FOR SALE FOR $949,000. SEE IT

The three-bedroom house spans 3,000 square feet on over an acre of land with a picturesque creek running from one end of the property to the other. | Published May 15, 2024 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio

A storybook style home on Francis Court in Sacramento’s Land Park neighborhood is for sale for $1,350,000.

NO. 2: STORYBOOK SACRAMENTO HOME WITH FABLED POOL FOR SALE ON COVETED STREET FOR $1.35M. SEE IT

Land Park charm and close-knit neighborhood included. | Published October 26, 2024 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio

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The Granite Bay home for sale for $5.25 million spans 10,000 square feet and offers a resort-style backyard.

NO. 3: SEE SACRAMENTO HOME’S BEAUTIFUL INDOOR BASKETBALL COURT, ONE OF MANY STUNNING FEATURES

Granite Bay estate hits the high-end market for $5.25 million. | Published February 22, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio

The expansive balcony of the downtown Sacramento penthouse offers space for al fresco dining and city views.

NO. 4: SACRAMENTO PENTHOUSE WITH GRAND DOWNTOWN VIEWS SELLS FOR $1.8M UNDER LIST PRICE

The luxury condo was owned by ex-eBay CEO Meg Whitman and her husband, a surgeon. | Published April 25, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio

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The 27-acre Elk Grove home on Wilton Road has hit the market for $6.65 million.

NO. 5: INSIDE SERENE ELK GROVE HOME WITH OWN PRISTINE GOLF LINKS, LAKE, $1M KITCHEN REMAKE

Most expensive residence for sale in Elk Grove asks $6.65 million. | Published May 9, 2025 | Read Full Story by David Caraccio

The summary above was drafted with the help of AI tools and edited by journalists in our News division. All stories listed were reported, written and edited by McClatchy journalists.