American River Canyon, Folsom, CA
At a glance
American River Canyon is ranked #14 of 17 neighborhoods in Folsom with an overall score of 3.2/5. Its standout factors are curb appeal (4.3/5) and public spaces (4.3/5). It ranks 15th of 17 in Folsom for schools. The trade-offs are nearby merchants (1.6/5) and safety (3.1/5).
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
American River Canyon occupies the bluffs on Folsom's northwest side, above the American River and Lake Natoma corridor, and the setting is the whole story. This is one of the city's premier established addresses: larger, upscale single-family homes from the 1990s built to take advantage of the terrain and the canyon views, on streets that carry a settled, affluent polish. Trail access down toward the water and the parkway is a short walk from many blocks. It prices like the premium neighborhood it is, and the canyon-rim location, while genuinely striking, means some homes sit on slopes and the far edges are a longer drive from the freeway and the main shopping. That is the cost of the view and the quiet. What you buy here is proximity to standout open space, the Lake Natoma and American River corridor that anchors Folsom's outdoor life, paired with mature landscaping and one of the most polished streetscapes in the city. Among Folsom's northwest neighborhoods, this is the name that tends to come up first.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants1.6
Public Spaces4.3
Curb Appeal4.3
Overall Amenities score: 3.7
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Schools serving this Neighborhood
| School Name | Type | Grades | Houseberry School Score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cambridge Heights Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Green Oaks Fundamental Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Mission Avenue Open Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Orangevale Open K-8 | Primary | K-8 | |
| Twin Lakes Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Ottomon Way Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Theodore Judah Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Carl H. Sundahl Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Folsom Middle School | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Sutter Middle School | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Louis Pasteur Fundamental Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Andrew Carnegie Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Bella Vista High | High | 9-12 | |
| Casa Roble Fundamental High | High | 9-12 | |
| El Camino Fundamental High | High | 9-12 | |
| Folsom High School | High | 9-12 |
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American River Canyon FAQs8 answers
Is American River Canyon a good place to live?
American River Canyon ranks 14th of 17 neighborhoods in Folsom with an overall Houseberry score of 3.2 out of 5. Its strongest factors are curb appeal (4.3/5) and public spaces (4.3/5). The trade-offs are nearby merchants (1.6/5) and safety (3.1/5).
Is American River Canyon safe?
American River Canyon, Folsom scores 3.1 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 12th of 17 neighborhoods in Folsom.
Which schools serve American River Canyon?
Schools serving American River Canyon, Folsom include Cambridge Heights Elementary (3.5/5), James R. Cowan Fundamental Elementary (3.0/5), Harry Dewey Fundamental Elementary (3.1/5), Green Oaks Fundamental Elementary (3.8/5) and Mission Avenue Open Elementary (3.0/5). 13 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.
What is the weather like in American River Canyon?
American River Canyon, Folsom receives 79% of its possible sunshine, 3rd of 17 in Folsom. Summer days run 59° to 91°F and winter days 40° to 57°F, July is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 24 inches a year.
Is American River Canyon walkable to shops and restaurants?
American River Canyon, Folsom scores 1.6 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 4.3 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.7 out of 5, 3rd of 17 in Folsom.
What is American River Canyon known for?
American River Canyon, Folsom scores highest on curb appeal (4.3/5) and public spaces (4.3/5).
How does American River Canyon compare to other Folsom neighborhoods?
American River Canyon ranks 14th of 17 neighborhoods in Folsom. It ranks 15th of 17 in Folsom for schools (3.6/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.6/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Folsom are Empire Ranch and Briggs Ranch.
What are the downsides of living in American River Canyon?
American River Canyon, Folsom scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.6/5) and safety (3.1/5).
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