City Guide
Folsom, CA
Overview
Folsom, CA, is known for Folsom Lake. Folsom is located in Sacramento County and is home to around 86,000 people. An interesting detail about the city is that Folsom State Prison made ice between the 1890s and 1900s. This helped California's fruit-growing industry, making it possible for the fruit to ship across the U.S. Something else to note is that Johnny Cash's song "Prison Blues" was inspired by the Folsom Prison.
What’s it like to live in Folsom, CA ?
If you're looking to buy a home for sale in Folsom, CA you'll find that the median sale price is
$747,000
and homes stay on the market for 42 days. You'll find that the median sale prices of
a single family home and a condo/co-op in Folsom are $755,498
and $447,500
, respectively. Folsom area townhouses have a median sale price of $465,000
, 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 Folsom, CAExplore our Folsom housing market page for insights about how home values have changed over
the years and how Folsom home prices compare to other markets. Explore our Folsom rental market trends page for insights about how rental prices have changed and how Folsom rental prices compare to other rental markets. If you're curious about the most valuable home features in Folsom, 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 Folsom
| Neighborhood | Median Sale Price | Compete Score | Walk Score | Real Estate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Folsom Historic District | $678,500 | -- | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| American River Canyon | $876,500 | 77 / 100 | 19 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| Empire Ranch Village | $740,000 | 80 / 100 | 5 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
| The Promontory | $1,350,000 | 77 / 100 | -- | For SaleFor Rent |
| Broadstone | $678,500 | 79 / 100 | 34 / 100 | For SaleFor Rent |
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What is there to do in Folsom, CA ?
Folsom, CA has a wide range of activities from dining at delicious restaurants to visiting one of its many parks. Folsom is known for its popular museums such as the Folsom History Museum, the Folsom Railroad Museum, and the Folsom Prison Museum. Performing arts venues like the Folsom Historic District Amphitheater and the FreeFall Stage are popular amongst locals. If you want to check out some of the amazing parks and green spaces throughout the city pay a visit to Negro Bar State Park, Lembi Park, and Livermore Community Park. For a taste of Folsom's cuisine, there are a couple of local eateries you don't want to skip. Lazy Dog Restaurant & Bar, Land Ocean Restaurant, and BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse are just three of the numerous restaurants you should check out.
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What's the best way to get around Folsom, CA ?
The best way to get around Folsom is by car, but there are many methods for getting around the city. If you’re exploring the city by foot, Folsom has a walk score of 31, meaning this area is car dependent. Most bus stations and rail stations are located in 95630. You can also get around Folsom by bike. With a bike score of 54, there is some amount of infrastructure for biking.
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Folsom Transportation
Bus Station
Buses can be found throughout the city and are easily accessible to commute in the city.
Rail Station
Folsom has 2 heavy rail stations; SACRT Light Rail - Historic Folsom Station, SACRT Light Rail - Iron Point Station. This allows you to use heavy rail to commute in and out of the city from the surrounding area and even travel to other cities.
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 10 car rental locations.
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