Lake Natoma Heights, Fair Oaks, CA
At a glance
Lake Natoma Heights is ranked #1 of 13 neighborhoods in Fair Oaks with an overall score of 3.7/5. Its standout factors are public spaces (4.2/5) and safety (4.1/5, 1st of 13 in Fair Oaks). The trade-off is nearby merchants (1.4/5).
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The land at the eastern edge of Fair Oaks drops toward Lake Natoma, and Lake Natoma Heights sits right on that slope above the reservoir the Folsom Dam pushes back up the American River. That geography is the whole point here: residents are minutes from water that supports kayaking, paddleboarding, and rowing, with bluff views and the parkway trail network close at hand. The homes range from traditional ranches to updated contemporary rebuilds, most well kept and set on wide, calm streets. Being on the far east side is also the tradeoff: you are a real drive from the Village and from Highway 50's main interchanges, so daily errands and commutes cost you a few extra minutes in each direction. What you buy for that distance is one of the better open-space setups in the region, with Lake Natoma and the parkway trail functioning as an extended backyard. Few Fair Oaks addresses put you this close to the water.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants1.4
Public Spaces4.2
Curb Appeal3.9
Overall Amenities score: 3.5
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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 | |
| Earl Legette Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Mission Avenue Open Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Orangevale Open K-8 | Primary | K-8 | |
| Twin Lakes Elementary | Primary | K-6 | |
| Natoma Station Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Sutter Middle School | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Andrew Carnegie Middle | Middle | 6-8 | |
| Bella Vista High | High | 9-12 | |
| El Camino Fundamental High | High | 9-12 | |
| Folsom High School | High | 9-12 |
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Houseberry School Score Data
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Lake Natoma Heights FAQs8 answers
Is Lake Natoma Heights a good place to live?
Lake Natoma Heights ranks 1st of 13 neighborhoods in Fair Oaks with an overall Houseberry score of 3.7 out of 5. Its strongest factors are public spaces (4.2/5) and safety (4.1/5). The trade-off is nearby merchants (1.4/5).
Is Lake Natoma Heights safe?
Lake Natoma Heights, Fair Oaks scores 4.1 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 1st of 13 neighborhoods in Fair Oaks.
Which schools serve Lake Natoma Heights?
Schools serving Lake Natoma Heights, Fair Oaks 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 Earl Legette Elementary (3.6/5). 9 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.
What is the weather like in Lake Natoma Heights?
Lake Natoma Heights, Fair Oaks receives 79% of its possible sunshine, 12th of 13 in Fair Oaks. Summer days run 59° to 91°F and winter days 40° to 57°F, July is the warmest month and rainfall averages about 23 inches a year.
Is Lake Natoma Heights walkable to shops and restaurants?
Lake Natoma Heights, Fair Oaks scores 1.4 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 4.2 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.5 out of 5, 2nd of 13 in Fair Oaks.
What is Lake Natoma Heights known for?
Lake Natoma Heights, Fair Oaks scores highest on public spaces (4.2/5) and safety (4.1/5).
How does Lake Natoma Heights compare to other Fair Oaks neighborhoods?
Lake Natoma Heights ranks 1st of 13 neighborhoods in Fair Oaks. It ranks 1st of 13 in Fair Oaks for safety (4.1/5) and scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.4/5). The next-ranked neighborhoods in Fair Oaks are Curragh Downs and Fair Oaks.
What are the downsides of living in Lake Natoma Heights?
Lake Natoma Heights, Fair Oaks scores lowest on nearby merchants (1.4/5).
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