What is Folsom Like?

Looking for a little peace and quiet after a long work day? A nice hometown in the suburbs? Then look no further than Folsom. Many people enjoy living in Folsom for the serenity. Out of the way from the noise and the daily hustle, Folsom offers some enjoyable hidden gems. From lakes, shopping, farmers markets to local family owned restaurants, Folsom has a wide variety of places to meet your satisfaction. Traveling distance is a short commute to downtown Sacramento.

Lake Natoma is perfect for the when the weather is good and you want to enjoy a day being lazy, lounging or picnicking with the family at the lake. Take a walk around the American River Bike trail or jump in the lake and enjoy the day on a kayak or paddle-board.

The Folsom Premium Outlets offers a variety of shops and designer clothing for all ages. And if you are exhausted from shopping all day, head over to Old Town Folsom and enjoy some delicious cuisines and tasty drinks.

Folsom Real Estate

Folsom houses nearly 70k people of which 75% are home owners. Housing in the Folsom area averages around $393K compared to California’s median home price of $371K. Appreciation rates are extremely strong in Folsom. Based on the last twelve months, short-term real estate investors have found good fortune in Folsom. And if you’re wondering why Folsom continues to see financial gain, it’s a simple answer. Low inventory, steady interest rates, new developments, job growth and affordability is the bottom line answer for a high market demand.  

Folsom School District

Folsom school district overall ranks high in the area with a score of 9 out of 10. From elementary to high school parents are satisfied with the level of education their child is receiving.  Most teenagers in Folsom prefer to attend Folsom High School with its perfect rating of 10 out 10. Folsom Cordova Unified School District is committed to providing excellence in educational programs that carry high expectations for each student's achievement and success. The Folsom community consists of strong active parents and guardians. Folsom sees continued support from businesses in the area such as Kaiser Permanente, GenCorp, Costco, and Sam’s Club plus other retail shops and local business owners.

Folsom Economy

The unemployment rate in Folsom is 3.80% (U.S. avg. is 5.20%). Recent job growth is Positive. Folsom jobs have increased by 2.27% making Folsom a desired destination.