Folsom Real Estate Information

Originally part of the Leidsdorff land holdings, Folsom got its name from Joseph Folsom who succeeded Leidsdorff as land owner.

Around 1850, Folsom was the site of an African-American gold mining claim, now known as Negro Bar. The original town was laid out in 1855 and named Folsom in 1856. With the coming of the Sacramento Valley Railroad, Folsom turned into a boom town, supplying nearby gold mining camps. In 1893 the original Folsom Prison was completed. The Natoma Water and Mining Company changed the face of Folsom in 1899 with the introduction of dredger mining, which lasted almost 50 years. Today, you can see remnant river rock tailings of that process along Folsom Blvd.. Over 150 years from its inception, Folsom is a bustling community of 40,000 plus residents. Folsom blends the new with the old. Old Town Folsom remains with quaint shops and restaurants.

Most of the rest of Folsom has been built in the last fifteen years. New and newer homes, ever expanding shops, stores, restaurants and office buildings. In Folsom you can work and shop a short drive, walk or bicycle ride away from home.

Folsom offers abundant recreational opportunities. You can ride a bicycle anywhere in town along designated paths and lanes in city streets or take a bicycle trip along the American River all the way to Sacramento.

Folsom borders two wonderful lakes, Lake Natoma and Folsom Lake. Lake Natoma is perfect for canoeing, kayaking or fishing. In addition there are beaches for sunbathing and swimming.

Folsom Lake offers additional water sports. In addition to fishing and swimming, you can water ski, and sail. If you prefer land based activities Folsom Lake offers hiking, camping, horse back riding and picnicking.

Newest Folsom Real Estate Listings

1416 Vessona, Folsom

$210,000

Interior unit,great quiet gated community. Very well maintained, 2car garage with additional storage area, patios for BBQ and relaxing,2nd bedroom Swimming pool,spa,rec c...

Beds 2

Baths 2

Courtesy Of Cornerstone Realty

408 Seaton, Folsom

$365,000

Wow! Fabulous remodel on popular crestleigh basement style home! Whole house is remodeled w/ travertine style tile floors* expensive tile & liner in all baths*new light f...

Beds 4

Baths 2.5

Courtesy Of Keller Williams Realty Folsom

1741 Bathgate, Folsom

$449,900

Large, private cul-de-sac lot in excellent condition with over $80,000 (see attachment) in upgrades to include: granite countertops; 18 inch tile flooring in all areas ex...

Beds 3

Baths 2

Courtesy Of JRP Properties Inc

1920 Tyndrum, Folsom

$594,500

Elegant home in Empire Ranch. 2906 sq ft (approx), 5 bd, 3 full bths. Master Suite & 1 bd. on the main floor. Mstr bath w/dbl sinks, sep shower & garden tub. Kit w/Maple...

Beds 5

Baths 3

Courtesy Of Lyon RE Folsom

112 Fantages, Folsom

$534,900

Truly immaculate, remodeled 6-bedroom 4-bath beauty! Wonderful peaceful neighborhood with outstanding schools. Inviting private rear yard pool oasis. Gleaming hardwood & ...

Beds 6

Baths 4

Courtesy Of RE/MAX Gold Folsom

2303 Esplanade, Folsom

$239,000

Beautiful esplanade condo*outside has a large patio with stunning views of the greenbelt with empire ranch golf club near-by*inside boasts 4 bedrooms (1 downstairs)& 3 fu...

Beds 4

Baths 3

Courtesy Of Re/Max Gold Fair Oaks

108 Chenery, Folsom

$409,000

Quiet CUL-DE-SAC location in Lexington Hills (The Estates). Spacious 4 brm, 3 ba; DOWNSTAIRS brm/bath. OPEN ENTERTAINMENT area; kitchen ISLAND COOKTOP & NOOK overlook fam...

Beds 4

Baths 3

Courtesy Of Coldwell Banker-Res R E Srv

1588 Thurman, Folsom

$399,900

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Beds 4

Baths 2.5

Courtesy Of Affordable Homes Realty

1881 Swinton, Folsom

$449,900

DR Horton home located in desirable Empire Ranch. Single story with great functional floor plan. Jack-in-Jill bathroom. Half bath with pedestal sink. Hardwood floors thro...

Beds 3

Baths 2.5

Courtesy Of Prudential NorCal Realty

704 Halidon, Folsom

$518,000

Gorgeous 4/5 bdrm, 3 full ba, 3-car garage, approx 3500sf hm in Broadstone. Open flr pln incl formal liv/din rm, fam rm w/frpl, blt-in entertainment ctr. Kit features gra...

Beds 4

Baths 3

Courtesy Of Lyon RE Folsom