Elmhurst, Sacramento, California

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Elmhurst is a historic residential neighborhood located in the eastern part of Sacramento, California. Elmhurst is known for its large elm, ash, and oak trees that provide shady canopy for the neighborhood.

The boundaries of Elmhurst are defined by U.S. Highway 50, 34th Street, 56th Street, and V Street. The main thoroughway through Elmhurst is T Street.

The UC Davis Medical Center is adjacent to Elmhurst and much of the medical staff take up residence in the neighborhood. The Coloma Community Center is located in Elmhurst at 4623 T Street, the community center provides recreation and preschool for local residents. Coloma Community Center is where the City of Sacramento operates its public access television station-Sacramento Public Access.

The Julia Morgan House, one of Sacramento's most famous landmarks, is located in Elmhurst. Julia Morgan, considered to be one America's greatest female architects, designed the house in the 1920s.

Sacramento Regional Transit routes through Elmhurst include Bus 15 and Light Rail, with stops at the 48th Street station and is within short walking distance.

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