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35 discussions from residents and visitors

Autumn Patel

Folsom job market vs Los Angeles

Hey, I'm retired and The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $2,279 for rent here. With a population of 82,140, Folsom is a smaller city. The median home value here is around $702,200, which is pretty steep. There's a real sense of community in certain neighb...

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Audrey Chavez

Weekend activities in Folsom?

Hi all, Military spouse here. Homes are going for about $702,200 on average. Let me know your thoughts. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Adam Gomez

Best areas to explore in Folsom?

Been living here since 2007. The median home value here is around $702,200, which is pretty steep. Homes are going for about $702,200 on average. Poverty rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $2,279 for rent here. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. I'd say it'...

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Brenda M.

Rent prices in Folsom getting crazy

Anyone else noticing rent going up fast in Folsom? Over the last year, I feel like prices went up at least 10-15%. I'm paying $2279 for a studio which feels like a lot. Are there any neighborhoods that are still affordable? Thinking about moving to a cheaper area.

8 replies 18 upvotes housing
Mateo W.

What surprised you most about Folsom?

Anyone else feel this way? We have two kids and Median household income is $139,263, which feels pretty solid for the area. The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. You can expect to pay around $2,279 for rent here. Household incomes average around $139,263 in Folsom. Public transit needs...

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Madeline Young

First time home buyer in Folsom

Random thought, I'm a 41-year-old chef and The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. The median home value here is around $702,200, which is pretty steep. Crime rate is something to consider -Folsom sits at 102.6 per 100K. Rent is about $2,279/month for a decent place. There's a growing te...

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Nevaeh A.

Things that make Folsom unique

Alright, I grew up here but left for a while. Average temperature is around 60--F, so the weather is moderate. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. The suburbs are where most families end up. I'd say it's better for families than young singles.

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Mateo W.

Is it worth buying in Folsom?

OK so You can expect to pay around $2,279 for rent here. The parks and outdoor areas are a huge plus. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. TIA! Honestly, I think it's a great place if you know where to look.

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Mateo W.

Quick question about Folsom

Hey folks, Just moved here 11 months ago and You can expect to pay around $2,279 for rent here. The school system varies a lot by neighborhood. The city has invested a lot in new development. Cost of living is definitely rising, but still manageable. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or wor...

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Ezekiel Hill

Housing market in Folsom right now

Anyone else feel this way? Is this normal for Folsom? TIA! It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

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Jose Cooper

Rent in Folsom getting crazy

Hello, I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Appreciate any input.

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Grayson Lewis

Planning a move to Folsom -neighborhoods?

Curious what people think. Born and raised here. Household incomes average around $139,263 in Folsom. You can expect to pay around $2,279 for rent here. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Is this normal for Folsom? Cheers. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years.

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Autumn Patel

Things Folsom needs to improve

Hey everyone, Born and raised here. The median home value here is around $702,200, which is pretty steep. With a population of 82,140, Folsom is a smaller city. Median household income is $139,263, which feels pretty solid for the area. Household incomes average around $139,263 in Folsom. The school...

28 replies 30 upvotes best-worst
Asher Scott

How are the schools in Folsom?

Hey everyone, I've been here for 11 years and Homes are going for about $702,200 on average. Poverty rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. With a population of 82,140, Folsom is a smaller city. Household incomes average around $139,263 in Folsom. There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoo...

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Madeline Young

The good and bad of living in Folsom

We have two kids and Household incomes average around $139,263 in Folsom. Median household income is $139,263, which feels pretty solid for the area. You can expect to pay around $2,279 for rent here. Crime rate is something to consider -Folsom sits at 102.6 per 100K. With a population of 82,140, Fo...

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Brooks R.

Best neighborhoods in Folsom

Anyone else feel this way? I'd say it's better for families than young singles. Appreciate any input. It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

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Isaiah W.

Internet providers in Folsom?

Hey, Crime rate is something to consider -Folsom sits at 102.6 per 100K. Household incomes average around $139,263 in Folsom. Median household income is $139,263, which feels pretty solid for the area. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. Downtown has improved a lot in recent years. Is t...

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Brenda M.

Rent prices in Folsom getting crazy

Anyone else noticing rent going up fast in Folsom? Over the last year, I feel like prices went up at least 10-15%. I'm paying $2279 for a studio which feels like a lot. Are there any neighborhoods that are still affordable? Thinking about moving to a cheaper area.

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Xavier S.

Day-to-day life in Folsom, CA

We're a young couple and Is this normal for Folsom? There's a growing tech scene which is exciting.

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Jose Cooper

Is it worth buying in Folsom?

Hey everyone, Poverty rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. The unemployment rate is 3.2%, which is pretty low. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much. The food scene here is surprisingly good. Property taxes are high but you get good services. What neighborhoods would you suggest? People here...

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Madeline Young

Working in Folsom -salaries realistic?

Curious what people think. I'm a nurse at the local hospital and Household incomes average around $139,263 in Folsom. Rent is about $2,279/month for a decent place. With a population of 82,140, Folsom is a smaller city. Median household income is $139,263, which feels pretty solid for the area. I'd ...

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Isaiah W.

Relocating to Folsom, CA -pros and cons?

OK so My partner and I are Household incomes average around $139,263 in Folsom. Median household income is $139,263, which feels pretty solid for the area. Crime rate is something to consider -Folsom sits at 102.6 per 100K. The weather takes some getting used to. The parks and outdoor areas are a hu...

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Audrey Chavez

What to expect moving to Folsom?

Been meaning to ask this. We have two kids and With a population of 82,140, Folsom is a smaller city. Crime rate is something to consider -Folsom sits at 102.6 per 100K. I'd say it's better for families than young singles. It's changing fast -some good, some not so much.

2 replies 18 upvotes moving
Michael R.

Is it worth buying in Folsom?

There's a real sense of community in certain neighborhoods. Am I overthinking this? It's not perfect, but the community is solid.

24 replies 22 upvotes housing
Grayson Lewis

Job hunting in Folsom -tips?

My partner and I are The median home value here is around $702,200, which is pretty steep. Average temperature is around 60--F, so the weather is moderate. You can expect to pay around $2,279 for rent here. Rent is about $2,279/month for a decent place. It's a very car-dependent city, for better or ...

2 replies 24 upvotes jobs
Grayson Lewis

Affordable areas near Folsom?

Hey everyone, Homes are going for about $702,200 on average. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly. Am I wrong here? Cheers.

6 replies 14 upvotes housing
Autumn Patel

How are the schools in Folsom?

Been meaning to ask this. Poverty rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. Homes are going for about $702,200 on average. There's a growing tech scene which is exciting. Public transit needs a lot of work honestly.

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Carter Carter

What's it really like living in Folsom?

Been meaning to ask this. I grew up here but left for a while. Poverty rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. Crime rate is something to consider -Folsom sits at 102.6 per 100K. Household incomes average around $139,263 in Folsom. The median home value here is around $702,200, which is pretty steep. Peo...

2 replies 2 upvotes living
Aaron Turner

Is Folsom good for remote workers?

Anyone else feel this way? My partner and I are It's a a smaller city city with about 82,140 people. You can expect to pay around $2,279 for rent here. Poverty rate is 3.3%, which is pretty low. Median household income is $139,263, which feels pretty solid for the area. Public transit needs a lot of...

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