Sun Country, Folsom, CA
At a glance
Sun Country is ranked #17 of 17 neighborhoods in Folsom with an overall score of 2.6/5. Its standout factors are nearby merchants (3.7/5) and public spaces (3.7/5). It ranks 17th of 17 in Folsom for schools. The trade-off is safety (1.8/5).
Neighborhood Reviews & Questions
Sun Country is a compact neighborhood on Folsom's west side, close to the Lake Natoma and American River corridor and the older, river-facing part of the city. The homes are established single-family stock on settled streets, and the real draw is how near this pocket sits to the water and the trail network that edges western Folsom. It is a quiet, residential enclave rather than a commercial one. The size and interior position mean there is no shopping built into the neighborhood, and the everyday retail is a drive out to the surrounding arterials. Homes here are older, so upkeep and style vary from block to block in the way established Folsom does. What Sun Country offers is proximity to the river side of the city at a gentler price than the marquee bluff addresses nearby. For a buyer who wants the Lake Natoma corridor close and does not need new construction or a shopping node at the doorstep, this west-side pocket is an easy, green place to settle.
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Neighborhood Amenities
Near good merchants3.7
Public Spaces3.7
Curb Appeal3.6
Overall Amenities score: 3.6
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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 | |
| Theodore Judah Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Natoma Station Elementary | Primary | K-5 | |
| Sutter Middle School | 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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Sun Country FAQs7 answers
Is Sun Country a good place to live?
Sun Country ranks 17th of 17 neighborhoods in Folsom with an overall Houseberry score of 2.6 out of 5. Its strongest factors are nearby merchants (3.7/5) and public spaces (3.7/5). The trade-off is safety (1.8/5).
Is Sun Country safe?
Sun Country, Folsom scores 1.8 out of 5 on Houseberry's Safety Score, ranking 17th of 17 neighborhoods in Folsom.
Which schools serve Sun Country?
Schools serving Sun Country, 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). 8 more schools are listed in the Schools section on this page.
What is the weather like in Sun Country?
Sun Country, Folsom receives 79% of its possible sunshine, the sunniest of Folsom's 17 neighborhoods. 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 Sun Country walkable to shops and restaurants?
Sun Country, Folsom scores 3.7 out of 5 for nearby merchants and 3.7 out of 5 for public spaces. Its overall amenities score is 3.6 out of 5, 7th of 17 in Folsom.
How does Sun Country compare to other Folsom neighborhoods?
Sun Country ranks 17th of 17 neighborhoods in Folsom. It ranks 17th of 17 in Folsom for schools (3.6/5) and scores lowest on safety (1.8/5). The highest-ranked neighborhoods in Folsom are Empire Ranch and Briggs Ranch.
What are the downsides of living in Sun Country?
Sun Country, Folsom scores lowest on safety (1.8/5).
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