Communities
Where Every Story Finds Its Place
Every home has a story, and they are as vast and varied as the world is wide. But they all start with inspiration, and inspiration starts with our surroundings. That’s what home is. Family. Friends. A sense of place. An amazing view. It is all part of what makes a space a home because your home is where you truly live. As a leading real estate group, we understand that your best life begins with a home that inspires you.
Lodi, California
About The City
Lodi was first called Mokelumne. It was founded in August 1869 when the Central Pacific Railroad chose the site for a station on its new route. The town consisted of a store/post office building, a hotel, and the station. In the spring of 1870, people from neighboring towns moved to Mokelumne until, by October, there were 56 houses.
Memorable Activities & Adventures Await
Lodi Wine Country is a special place. You can taste over 100 different award-winning varietals from a vast portfolio of wines. In a sense, you can experience what the world offers from here. It is scenically nestled between the San Francisco Bay and the Sierra Nevada Mountains with 85+ boutique wineries where 5th generation artisan winemakers are carefully crafting the next award-winning wine. Widely known as the Zinfandel Capital of the World, Lodi is making headlines with a diverse portfolio of unique Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, German and Rhone-Style varietals that reminds you of the quality wines of Europe with a little more distinction.
Taste the diverse palate offerings of a James Beard award-winning chef, shop at one-of-a-kind stores in our historic downtown, cycle through our beautiful country roads, stay in our newly renovated lodging that includes award-winning hotels, motels, vacation homes and BNBs. Attend one of our popular wine events. Host a corporate meeting or celebrate in one of our most sought-after wedding venues. Meet people that make you feel welcomed wherever you go. Come for the history and wines, stay for the memorable Lodi experience.
Discover why Lodi is one of the fastest-growing wine regions in the United States and a popular vacation destination for those visiting California!
Sacramento, California
About The City
Sacramento is America’s Farm-to-Fork Capital and the only star on the map of California. The city is buzzing with things to taste, see and savor. We invite you to pick your pleasure, whether it’s our farm-fresh restaurants, plentiful farmers’ markets, home-grown breweries, colorful street murals, Gold Rush-era family attractions or a sunset walk along the river. Visit Sacramento today. Sacramento is the star on the map of California – where you will find cultural attractions to inspire you, cutting-edge cuisine to impress you, history to enrich you and surprises to put a smile on your face. Venture out in any direction and you’ll see why we’re so fond of saying, “California begins here.”
Landmarks
California State Capitol is home to the government of the state of California, the house of the legislature, and the office of the governor. A historic landmark with available public guided tours. Tower Bridge A pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicular traffic bridge that connects Sacramento and West Sacramento, the Tower Bridge is arguably one of the most iconic features for our city. Old Sacramento Twenty-eight acres of Sacramento’s waterfront were home to some of the most influential history for the city. Due to past and current efforts by the State of California, private and public museums, individuals, business, the City and County of Sacramento, the Historic Old Sacramento Foundations, scores of volunteers, and many others, Old Sacramento lives on as thriving shopping and entertainment district as well as a global tourist destination.
The city is situated at the confluence of the Sacramento and American Rivers, which give citizens a multitude of options for entertainment and lifestyle. Waterfront dining, boating, swimming and relaxation are just a few reasons why Sacramento residents love this city.
Fair Oaks, California
About The City
Fair Oaks in Sacramento County, California, United States. It is part of the Sacramento, Arden, Arcade, Roseville Metropolitan Statistical Area. The population was 30,912 at the 2010 census, up from 28,008 at the 2000 census. The Fair Oaks zip code is 95628 and its area code is 916. Fair Oaks is bounded on the south side by the American River, and Rancho Cordova, on the north side by the city of Citrus Heights, on the west side by Carmichael, and the east side by Orangevale and Folsom. Fair Oaks has a mix of suburban and semi-rural neighborhoods.
A City That Knows How to Have Fun
Chickens running free in Fair Oaks village. There are over 200 chickens in the area.
The town center of Fair Oaks is called Old Fair Oaks Village, which is located approximately
a half-mile away from the American River Parkway. The Veterans Memorial Amphitheater is located in this part of town. Events that take place here include the Fair Oaks Theater
Festival, the Fair Oaks Fiesta and Car Show, and the annual Fair Oaks Chicken Festival
each September.
The town center also houses the Fair Oaks History Center, which contains the history of the founding and development of Fair Oaks including displays featuring pictures and artifacts dating from the early 1900s, as well as a small collection of early Maidu Indian artifacts.
The community began as part of the 1844 Rancho San Juan Mexican land grant. In 1895, Brevet Brigadier General Charles Henry Howard and James W. Wilson of the Howard-Wilson Publishing Company of Chicago acquired rights to present Fair Oaks community, then primarily covered by citrus farms, from California Senator Frederick K. Cox and businessman Crawford W. Clarke. The Howard-Wilson company surveyed and mapped the land and began to promote Fair Oaks as one of their “Sunset Colonies.” The Howard-Wilson company advertised Fair Oaks as an innovative and growing citrus colony after destructive freezes in Southern California and Florida and a national depression hitting in 1893. Many of the purchasers were professionals and other friends of the investors and the Fair Oaks community was initially composed primarily of businessmen and other professionals, including bankers and engineers.
El Dorado, California
About The City
If you like living in an area with gently rolling hills, oak trees and views of the Sierras, downtown Sacramento, and Folsom Lake, then El Dorado Hills in Northern California is the place for you. We can show you homes on large parcels, homes located within the many villages of El Dorado Hills with some in gated villages, or find a bare piece of land where you can have a custom home built.
The Town Center is The Heart of The Community
This planned community 25 miles east of Sacramento on Highway 50 in El Dorado County, has become one of the more popular locations in this area. The Town Center is the heart of the community with its specialty shops, fine and casual dining, a movie complex and a hotel, all surrounding a man made lake. Activities at the Town Center include outdoor concerts, farmers markets, and holiday celebrations.
Schools are an important part of any community and El Dorado Hills has some of the highest ranked schools in the area. Take a look at the schools HERE. Sports are important part of the community too. Oak Ridge High School’s football team is very popular and there is youth soccer and lacrosse. The villages have parks and open areas that enhance your lifestyle. There are more than two dozen parks and acres of open space. Let us show you how pleasant life can be in the Sierra foothills.
Make sure to stop by the California Welcome Center – El Dorado Hills in EDH Town Center in EDH Town Center! Whether you are searching for local information or planning an upcoming trip throughout California, the California Welcome Center will guide you to your destination. The Estate Gardens and spectacular scenery are tourist draws year-round.
If golf is your passion, grab your clubs and spend a relaxing afternoon at Fountain grove Golf Club or one of the other popular courses. Young and old alike will delight in the Charles M. Schulz Museum, which chronicles the evolution and history of Snoopy and the “Peanuts” gang. With wine or without, a trip to Santa Rosa is one you’ll never forget.
Folsom, California
About The City
The crystal clear waters of the American River feed into Folsom Lake, providing fresh water for the region and endless opportunities for water sports or quiet contemplation. Miles of biking and jogging trails wind through Folsom’s neighborhood greenbelts, connecting to the American River Bike Trail, which extends all the way to the Golden State’s capital city, Sacramento.
The Crystal Clear Waters of The American River Feed Into Folsom Lake
Folsom offers wonderful recreational activities right in your backyard. There’s Folsom Lake, Lake Natoma and the American River with boating, water skiing, swimming, hiking, biking on the American River bike trail, horseback riding, and fishing. The Sutter Street historic district has 80+ shops and restaurants, big box stores and the upscale Palladio at Broadstone, (the 54 acre open-air mall) plus Folsom Premium Outlets is available for those who enjoy shopping. Folsom Parks and Recreation offers activities for all ages. The Folsom Zoo is a favorite with families. There are concerts in Folsom City Lions Park in June and July and Wednesday night concerts in June at Palladio.
Features of interest in the City’s Civic Center include the Folsom Community Center, the Folsom Public Library, the Gallery at 48 Natoma, the Folsom Senior Center, sports fields, a picnic area and gazebo, and more. The animals at the adjacent Folsom City Zoo Sanctuary charm and educate youngsters and the young at heart.
Rich in History
Learn about the Maidu Indians who first lived here, the gold prospectors who sought their fortunes, the Chinese who built the railroads, the Pony Express, the pioneers who settled here, the origins of Folsom Prison, and how Johnny Cash ended up singing the “Folsom Prison Blues” – all at the Folsom History Museum.
The Folsom Historical Society hosts a number of museums in the Historic District, including the Museum of Wonder & Delight and the Folsom Pioneer Village. Down the road from Sutter Street, visitors hear tales of prisoners and their guards from a retired prison guard at the Folsom Prison Museum, located in front of the grounds of the notorious California prison itself.
Granite Bay, California
About The City
Located next to Folsom Lake, which is one of the area’s most popular recreation areas, Granite Bay, CA is home to people who want to be able to experience the outdoors and live in upscale homes and neighborhoods. Homes and land are at a premium and lots are hard to find. Schools are high achieving and families choose to live in Granite Bay to have access to the schools. Kindergarten to eighth grade students attend Eureka Union School District schools and ninth through twelfth grade students attend Granite Bay High School which is in the Roseville Joint Union School District.
Old Town Elk Grove is The Heart of The Community
Near Granite Bay High School, Feist Park buzzes with activity, offering fields for youth soccer, lacrosse, baseball, and football, complemented by a community park at Douglas and Barton Road and at Cavitt Middle School. The Granite Bay Country Club stands out as a certified Audubon International Signature Sanctuary with a championship golf course designed by Robert Trent Jones, Jr. and Kyle Phillips. Home to approximately 22,000 residents, Granite Bay spans 25 square miles in Placer County, Northern California, and is known for its high quality of life. This is attributed to its superb location, effective community planning, top-tier schools, numerous churches, low crime rates, and exceptional recreational opportunities, housing some of the Sacramento area's finest and most exclusive homes.
Weather in Granite Bay is characterized by hot, dry summers with cooling evening breezes, and cool, rainy winters, with temperatures ranging from highs of 95 degrees in the summer to winter lows near 40 degrees. The community receives an average of 25 inches of rainfall annually, mostly during winter. Officially named "Granite Bay" in 1987, it operates under the governance of the Placer County Board of Supervisors, with the local Municipal Advisory Council providing advice and input, reflecting its status as a thriving, unincorporated community.
