Likes and Dislikes

Likes:

• "I like that it's close to old town and that most of the houses down here are unique and don't follow the cookie cutter trend. The neighbors are a lot cooler than in most other neighborhoods I've seen, the lots have a lot of room so you have good side yards and back yards, and we are just a stones throw from the river and the bike trail."."- Stephen Winter

• Everyone in the community is very friendly and close. -Jessica Gannon
• You have a lot of privacy.- Colin G
• Your able to walk almost anywhere, and bike anywhere.- Daisy Field
•  The restaurants are all delicious -Greg Happle

Dislikes :

• "the downside is that stupid lightrail is loud and brings alot of sketchy people in"- D.j. Fallon

• "I hate the low income housing they built by us, they haven't been a problem for us though. It's a bitch to get to the newer part of Folsom because east bidwell and riley are still clogged up with traffic despite the building of the bridge. The plumbing is freaking archaic too, but that's probably more of a house to house problem. Any parking we have gets taken during the markets down on sutter st, and you likely will find someone passed out on your lawn after Folsom Live. Also, freeway access sucks since it's on the other side of town, it can take 20 minutes to even get to the on ramp during rush hour."- Stephen Winter
• your close to your neighbors- Colin G.
• Drunk people waking you up at night walking home from the bars- Jessica Gannon

Potential Buyer and Seller

The Seller: The seller in area like this would most likely be older because the people that live in these houses rarely move. The probably raised there family in the house and it most likely has the scars to show it. most of the houses in this area do not have front lawns so there might be some over grown brush. They cant keep up with the house work and they will probably have to get rid of there dog too. They plan on moving into an old folks home or with there kids to kelp them out. Plus it was hard to pay all the bills with only retirement from one spouse.

The Buyer: A younger family, around early 30s, with a child on the way. They are looking for a small house close to his new job at city hall. They like the fact that there isn't much yard work do cause the lots are smaller. They have always wanted pets but didn't think they would want one with a new born the way. This young couple has heard a lot about what Old town has to offer and they have falling in love with the community. The view from there, potential, front yard was worth all the money in the world and they loved the fact that every day was a history lesson. They were even encouraged by the resources around to pick up new hobbies.

Organizations

There is only three churches in the neighborhood of old Folsom, which is a lot to chose from. There are many different places to worship in Folsom that aren't far from Old town either. The three churches you see listed below community churches meaning that they aren't that big at all and have a strong community feel to them.

 

Landmark Baptist Church

609 Figueroa Street, Folsom, CA 95630

Church of Scientology

United States

(916) 294-0434 ‎

 

Harbor Community Church

216 Persifer St, Folsom, CA 0.4 mi E

(916) 985-8558 ‎ · harborfolsom.com

Since 1953, the Rotary Club of Folsom has pursued a mission to support youth, serve people in need and support organizations who serve the less fortunate and to help to make our community a better place to live. Folsom Rotarians are dedicated to supporting this mission by getting involved in many worthwhile humanitarian causes, community service projects, and fund-raising activities. Folsom Rotarians support our wonderful community with a spirit of friendship and fun and are devoted to enriching lives in our community and beyond! 

203 Scott Street, Folsom

The Chamber of Commerce has been serving and growing the businesses that call Folsom  home since 1946. If you are looking for a strategic way to network, become involved in your community and improve your business, look to the Folsom Chamber of Commerce. The mission of the Chamber is to improve and protect the business climate and quality of life in Folsom by being an advocate for business, a community partner and a business resource. The Chamber fosters business-to-business relationships through monthly networking events, workshops and numerous other community events during the year. The Chamber's signature events include the popular Folsom Pro Rodeo every July and Folsom Live in October. It also offers a variety of low or no-cost ways to promote your business in the greater Folsom area.

Commerical Development

The commercial development of sutter street in the last year has been great. They upgraded all the streets and sidewalks and many merchants have redone the look of their shops. Sutter street has a great choice of places to go and visit, plus most of these shops have been there for 20 years.

Alchemy Day Spa & Boutique     715 Sutter St #D

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 355-8597   Day Spa               

American Visions Art Gallery       705 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 351-1623   Art, Antiques    

Atlantic & Pacific Real Estate       702 Sutter Street #C

Folsom, CA 95630             (949) 241-7064   Broker

Balcony Bistro    718 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 353-0733   American Cuisine            

Bicycles Plus       705 Gold Lake Dr #320

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 355-8901   Bicycle Shop      

Body Concepts 705 Gold Lake Dr #350

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 939-6800   Physical Therapy              

Chicago Fire Pizza             614 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 353-0140   Italian, Pizza      

District 605 A Hair Boutique         605 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 712-2595   Hair Salon           

Dorothea's Christmas     801 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 985-2714   Specialty Store

Folsom Hotel Saloon       703 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 985-2530   Pub, Wine Bar  

Folsom Lake Bank            905 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 985-8700   Commercial Bank             

 

Grapes & Ivy      929 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 294-9746   Home Decor      

Guido's Deli        300 Reading St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 351-1577   Deli, Wraps        

Hacienda Del Rio              702 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 351-1800   Mexican Cuisine              

Hop Sing Palace                805 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 985-7309   Chinese, Thai    

Karen's Bakery & Cafe   705 Gold Lake Dr

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 985-2665   Cafe, Breakfast                 

Karma Cafe         727-A Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 293-8868   Cafe, Breakfast                

Kensington Homes          915 Sutter St #110

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 355-1333   Developer          

Lake Natoma Inn              702 Gold Lake Dr

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 351-1500   Hotel, Lodging  

Lockdown Brewing Company     718 Sutter St #200

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 358-9645   Pub, Wine Bar  

Old Europe         825 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 608-9848   European Cuisine             

Pizzeria Classico                702 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 351-1430   Italian, Pizza      

Powerhouse Pub             614 Sutter St #D

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 355-8586   Pub, Wine Bar  

Precious Gems Jewelers               723 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 351-0220   Jewelry               

Q'bole Mexican Restaurant         705 Gold Lake Dr #200

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 357-5242   Mexican Cuisine              

 Rainbow Bridge Jewelers             721 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 985-7618   Jewelry                

Rippey Commercial         604 Sutter St #200

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 353-0352   Developer          

Samuel Horne's Tavern                 719 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 293-8207   American Cuisine            

Snooks Chocolate Factory            731 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 985-0620   Chocolates         

Snyder's House of Jade                 709 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 985-3269   Home Decor      

Sutter Street Grill             811 Sutter Street

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 985-4323   Cafe, Breakfast                 

Sutter Street Steakhouse             604 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 351-9100   American Cuisine            

Thai Siam Restaurant      705 Gold Lake Dr #360

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 351-1696   Chinese, Thai    

The Black Rooster            807 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 357-0115   Cafe, Breakfast                

The Cellar Wine Bar         727 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 293-9332   Pub, Wine Bar  

The Lighting Palace          813 Sutter Street

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 817-9625   Electrical, Lighting          

The Maguro Japanese Cuisine & Bistro   705 Gold Lake Dr #390

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 351-0203   Japanese, Sushi               

The Wine Gallery             627 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 608-9179   Pub, Wine Bar  

Victoria Chocolatier         713 Sutter St

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 221-3128   Chocolates         

Wine Styles        915 Sutter St #100

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 357-5500   Pub, Wine Bar  

Yager's 727          727 Traders Ln

Folsom, CA 95630             (916) 985-4677   American Cuisine

The trends of the market here is restaurants and I have to say that they are all pretty good and you wouldn’t go home unhappy. The parking down there does get a little tricky cause the streets are smaller and there's just not much parking on the weekends after four usually. But thanks to the new parking structure it has expanded its capacity for cars.

Market

You want to live in a part of history? This house was built in 1910 and some date back even to 1890. The houses have a bungalow style theme to them since they are tucked away like this. You will have all the privacy you will ever need. Most of the houses are like this. The average price per square foot is around from $140-150. It varys from house to house. Also the average household income for these house is about 100k a year. There is twelve houses in the area for sale. These houses are all rich with history and are on prime parcels of land. plus the views are killer.

Top Seller

Keller Williams is selling the most houses out of this area, but there are many other independent sellers. On Zilliow there are many listings of people that have their house on there with the ‘make me move’.  From what I could tell about Keller Williams is that the have a really good history. I gave them a call to find out more information on the house in this area and i was more than pleased with the response and the help i got. I asked if they deal with home downs here often and she, Gayle Tanner, said that they do but right now the market is slow. Just like the rest of the market Old Folsom is affected to. But that's not always a bad thing 'cause the prices now aren't going to be this low again in the future. So it could be a nice investment now which you would really benefit from later. They have had success in this housing market because they have been persistent and loyal to whom they have come in contact with.

What kind of city is Folsom?

Date of Incorporation 1946

Form of Government: Charter City

http://www.sacregion511.org/bicycling/maps/AR_Biketrail.pdf

Folsom is great place to be, especially if your living in Old Folsom. its in a great location and everything you would want to do or need is only a mile away. Its Surrounded by National parks,  and is down the street from city hall, Folsom library(brand new) and the zoo. Also the rodeo that’s held every year, is also within a mile of Old Folsom. In the link of above you will see the 33 mile bike path along the American river. It connects to down town Sac. The nearest sports facility is a little over two miles but there is parks surrounding the whole area so there is plenty of room to get exercise.

 

There is a lot of positives to living in this area. All of the houses have their own story to them an every piece of land has history behind it. little to people know that the first dam in Folsom is located right behind the housing development and its not really recognized. Also the Folsom Powerhouse State Historic Park is a minute walk from all the houses. The Folsom Powerhouse is one of the oldest hydroelectric facilities in the world. Facilities include lake access (via a trail), picnic facilities, a museum, a gift shop, and small parking areas. Plus the redevelopment agency allocated $10 million for revitalization of Sutter Street, $14 million for a multi-story parking structure in the Historical Railroad Block, and $10 million for a public plaza in the Historical Railroad Block. The negatives to this area would be that since the houses have some age to them they might need some work.

Schooling

Folsom has always had great test scores, hence why Intel decided to bring its business here. The area is rich with schools that you could send your kids to, all of which have great statuses. Here are the names of the elementary schools in the area:

 

Theodore Judah Elementary

rank: 6

101 Dean Way

Folsom, CA 95630

Blanche Sprentz Elementary

rank: 5

249 Flower Drive

 Folsom, CA 95630

Carl H. Sundahl Elementary

rank: 9

9932 Inwood Road

Folsom, CA 95630

All of these school are in less than a 5 mile radius. Next for middle school we have:

Sutter Middle

rank: 9

715 Riley Street

Folsom, CA 95630

This school is the old Folsom high school location, so it offers many fields for sports and facilites for students. It is also a block away from Sutter street.

Now once you finally have a kid in high school you'll be glad you chose Folsom.

Folsom High

rank: 10

1655 Iron Point Road

Folsom, CA 95630

Folsom high has a great campus and is recognized in many things; test scores, sports, music, academic decathlons, theater arts, art, and many more.