Moving to Sacramento: Find the Right Area to Live
New to the area? Leah shows you how the towns from Placerville to Sacramento differ, so you can pick the right place to live.
About This Service
Moving to the Sacramento area is exciting. It can also feel like a lot. Which town? Which neighborhood? How long is the drive to work? Leah Albanese has lived here for more than 25 years. She helps you answer those questions before you buy.
The region in plain words
Sacramento is the state capital. It sits in the valley where the American River meets the Sacramento River. Highway 50 runs east from the city through Rancho Cordova and Folsom. Then it climbs into the foothills of El Dorado County, through El Dorado Hills, Cameron Park, Shingle Springs, and Placerville.
As you go east, the land changes. The valley is flat and more built up. The foothills have more hills, oak trees, and homes on larger lots. The drive to downtown Sacramento also gets longer the farther east you live.
Questions that help you choose
- Where will you work, and how long a drive is OK?
- Do you want a yard, a few acres, or neither?
- Do you want a newer neighborhood or an older one?
- What is your budget for the home and the monthly costs?
Leah has lived in the Sacramento area for more than 25 years. She can tell you how each place feels from day to day. She can also point you to official sources for things like schools, taxes, and local rules, so you can check them yourself.
What happens next
Once you have a short list of areas, Leah sets up a home search in those places. If you can visit, she can plan a day of tours. If you cannot visit yet, see the Sacramento Relocation Realtor page for how buying from a distance works.
Let's Talk About Your Move
Planning a move to the Sacramento area? Call or text Leah at (916) 249-3744 to set up a consultation. Leah is based in Cameron Park and serves Highway 50 from Placerville to Sacramento. That includes Shingle Springs, El Dorado Hills, Folsom, and Rancho Cordova.
Common Questions Answered
Frequently Asked Questions
Short answers to questions buyers and sellers often ask. Every move is different, so call or text Leah to talk about yours.
Which is better, Sacramento or the foothills?
Neither is better. They are different. Sacramento and Rancho Cordova are closer to city jobs. Foothill towns like Cameron Park and Placerville have more hills and land. Leah helps you weigh what matters to you.
How far is Cameron Park from Sacramento?
Cameron Park is about 30 miles east of downtown Sacramento on Highway 50. Drive time changes a lot with traffic, so try the drive at the times you would travel.
Can Leah tell me which schools are best?
Leah can point you to school district websites and state school data so you can compare for yourself. She does not rank schools or steer buyers toward or away from any area.
When should I start planning my move?
Start as soon as you know a move is likely. Early planning gives you time to learn the area, talk with a lender, and sell your current home if you need to.
Let's Talk About Your Move
Moving to the Sacramento area? Thinking of selling your home? Call or text Leah, or send the form. You will get clear answers and no pressure.
(916) 249-3744Or fill out the form and Leah will reply.