Make yourself at home in Auburn
Historic storefronts, foothill scenery and weekends spent outside. Auburn brings Gold Country character together with the everyday pleasures of local shops, gathering places and access to the outdoors.
Whether you picture a home near Old Town or a little more space in the surrounding foothills, this guide will help you explore the area, plan your purchase and find the school and utility resources connected to your next address.
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I've spent more than 25 years helping people understand their mortgage options and turn the idea of homeownership into a plan. My office is in Roseville, and I help buyers and homeowners throughout Auburn and the surrounding foothill communities.
Maybe you love the character of an older home, want a backyard with room to gather or are ready for more time outdoors. I'll help you connect that vision with financing that fits what you want to accomplish.
We can look at the mortgage payment alongside insurance, property taxes, any association dues and the home's water and sewer arrangements so you feel prepared for the full cost of homeownership.
My Roseville office:
2999 Douglas Blvd, Ste 180 Rm. 111, Roseville, CA 95661
In-office visits are by appointment only.
Your complimentary 30-minute discovery call is a chance to talk through your plans and questions.
Get to know the area
Start with the surroundings you enjoy, then visit individual streets and homes to see how they fit your day-to-day life.
Gold Country character
The historic courthouse and Old Town streets give Auburn one of its most recognizable settings. Local storefronts and the city's Gold Rush history make this a memorable place to explore over coffee or an afternoon walk.
If nearby homes catch your eye, consider how their original character, updates and outdoor space fit your plans.
Shops, dining & community life
Downtown is a distinct part of Auburn's historic center, with places to eat, browse and spend time around Lincoln Way and High Street. Start here if you enjoy being connected to local businesses and community events.
Explore the surrounding residential streets, and try the routes you would use for errands and work.
Discover Downtown & Local Activities →A wider foothill home search
North Auburn is an unincorporated Placer County community, giving you another part of the greater Auburn area to explore beyond the city limits. Compare homes, lot sizes and everyday routes that suit your priorities.
Confirm the property's utility providers, school districts and any plans for improvements using its exact address.
Get to Know North Auburn →Neighborhood living & park time
Include the Skyridge area in your search if you want to explore Auburn's residential side. Recreation destinations such as Railhead Park offer soccer fields, a playground, picnic space and a walking path.
Look at how each home connects to the places you will use most. School assignment depends on the address, even when a neighborhood and campus share a name.
Take time to visit, walk the streets and try your usual commute. If you would like a referral to a premier local Realtor, call or text me at (916) 705-2557 and tell me what you're looking for.
Start with the property address
Auburn-area students may attend Auburn Union School District for TK-8 and Placer Union High School District for high school, depending on the address. Nearby foothill communities can have different school districts.
The greater Auburn area extends beyond the incorporated city. Confirm both the elementary/middle school district and high school district for the exact property address before relying on a listing's school information.
Find Your Auburn School Resources →Auburn Union serves transitional kindergarten through eighth grade. Its three TK-8 campuses are Auburn Elementary School, Skyridge Elementary School and E.V. Cain School. Enrollment resources include school-boundary information.
District Office
255 Epperle Lane
Auburn, CA 95603
(530) 885-7242
After confirming the school serving the property, contact the campus for enrollment and program questions.
Auburn Elementary School:
(530) 887-1958
Skyridge Elementary School:
(530) 885-7019
E.V. Cain School:
(530) 823-6106
The district operates high-school campuses throughout its foothill service area. Contact the district to confirm the high school assigned to your property and ask about enrollment.
District Office
13000 New Airport Road
Auburn, CA 95603
(530) 886-4400
Placer High School is an important local campus in Auburn. Confirm that it serves your home address before making school-specific plans.
275 Orange Street
Auburn, CA 95603
(530) 885-4581
Attendance boundaries, available space and district policies can change. The districts are your best source for current assignments and the school year connected to your move.
Your search might lead to a historic property, a newer home or a place with more land. We can compare conventional financing, FHA loans, VA home loans and other loan options around your plans.
Visit my First-Time Homebuyer Hub, explore buy-before-you-sell options and bridge loans, or learn about HomeStyle renovation financing for improvements.
Ask for an insurance quote early and include it in your payment planning. For a home with a private well, septic system or larger parcel, review service arrangements, condition and maintenance needs with the appropriate professionals. If you are exploring USDA financing, we can review property and household eligibility requirements for the specific home.
These details help you see the full picture and plan for the home you want with confidence.
Moving to Auburn? Start here.
These contacts can help you get settled, from turning on the lights to setting up water and garbage service.
Pioneer is the local community-choice electricity provider, while PG&E maintains the electric delivery infrastructure. Arrange a new electric account or transfer through PG&E; contact Pioneer about electricity service options.
Pioneer Customer Service:
(844) 937-7466
PG&E Residential Customer Service:
(877) 660-6789
PG&E provides natural gas service where available. Confirm the home's gas connection or other fuel arrangement when planning your move.
Residential Customer Service:
(877) 660-6789
PCWA serves the Auburn area and is listed in the City's utility directory. Contact customer service to confirm service and arrange your account.
144 Ferguson Road
Auburn, CA 95603
(530) 823-4850
This number also accepts 24-hour emergency water-outage reports.
Start or Manage PCWA Water Service →Auburn operates a municipal wastewater system within the city limits. Outside the city, confirm the sewer provider or whether the home uses septic.
Planning & Public Works
1225 Lincoln Way, Room 3
Auburn, CA 95603
(530) 823-4211 ext. 136
Contact Recology for residential garbage, recycling and yard-waste service, collection arrangements and account questions.
12305 Shale Ridge Lane
Auburn, CA 95602
(530) 885-3735
Start with the City's official utility directory for Auburn services. For homes in unincorporated areas, Placer County can help you identify the appropriate departments.
City of Auburn Utility Directory →
Placer County Resources →