Make yourself at home in Roseville
Historic streets, favorite restaurants, afternoons at the Galleria and room to enjoy the outdoors. Roseville brings together established neighborhoods and growing communities, with plenty of ways to make everyday life your own.
Roseville is also where my office is and where I have worked for more than 25 years. I created this guide to help you explore the places I love, get to know the neighborhoods and find the resources you need for your next move.
Illustrative editorial montage inspired by Old Roseville, the Galleria and the region's sunset skies.
My office is right on the corner of Douglas Boulevard and East Roseville Parkway, and I have worked in Roseville for more than 25 years. I love helping people discover what life here could look like, then turn the idea of a new home into a financing plan they can move forward with.
Visit my Roseville office:
2999 Douglas Blvd, Ste 180 Rm. 111, Roseville, CA 95661
In-office visits are by appointment only.
To me, Roseville has some of the best restaurants around, and the Westfield Galleria at Roseville is one of California's standout shopping destinations. From dinner with friends to exploring Old Roseville, parks, trails and local events, there is so much to enjoy here. Take a look at my local favorites and community recommendations for ideas.
Whether you are buying your first home, moving for more space or settling into a new chapter, I'll help you compare your options and understand how the home's price, property taxes, insurance and other costs fit together. My job is to make the financing feel clear and personal to you.
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These areas are starting points for exploring. Visit the streets, try your everyday drive and compare individual homes with your real estate agent.
If you love established streets, older homes and local history, begin exploring here. Picture a morning walk, coffee and time around downtown or Royer Park. Consider each home's condition and updates alongside the character you love.
Explore around Maidu and the Douglas Boulevard corridor if parks, daily errands and established surroundings are on your list. Consider how each address connects to your workplace and activities.
Westpark, Fiddyment Ranch and the Sierra Vista area are places to explore as you compare newer homes and floor plans. Ask about each property's special taxes, HOA dues and solar arrangements to understand the full monthly cost.
Considering a community such as Sun City Roseville? Think about the amenities and maintenance you want. Review the community's current occupancy rules and fees, then let's explore financing that fits your plans.
Home loans for retirementA community with many strengths
When you’re deciding where to buy a home, you’re choosing more than a house. You’re also choosing a community, and I think it’s worth understanding some of the things that help support it.
Roseville has grown into a significant employment center within the greater Sacramento region, with approximately 90,000 jobs and thousands of businesses. Its workforce spans healthcare, technology, transportation, education, government, professional services, and locally owned businesses. That diversity is one of the things worth knowing when you’re considering making Roseville home.
Healthcare is an important part of Roseville’s economy, with major medical centers and healthcare organizations located right here in the city.
Kaiser Permanente Roseville Medical Center operates a major hospital and medical campus on Eureka Road with a wide range of specialties and services. Sutter Roseville Medical Center serves Roseville and surrounding communities as a major regional medical center. Adventist Health also has its corporate headquarters in Roseville, adding another established healthcare organization to the city’s employment base.
Roseville also has a longstanding connection to technology and innovation. Hewlett Packard Enterprise has maintained a presence in Roseville as part of the city’s technology story. Penumbra, a medical-device company, adds another connection between healthcare, technology, and innovation in the local economy.
A story still in motion
You can’t really tell Roseville’s economic story without talking about the railroad. Tracks were laid through what would become Roseville in the 1860s, and rail has played an enormous role in shaping the city.
That connection hasn’t disappeared. Union Pacific Railroad’s J.R. Davis Yard remains a major rail facility in Roseville today: an unusual example of an industry that is both part of the city’s history and part of its modern economy.
HealthcareTechnologyTransportationEducationGovernmentProfessional Services
Roseville’s employment base is supported by a mix of industries, established organizations, and local businesses. That diversity is one more useful part of getting to know the community where you may put down roots.
Your income, down payment, current home and long-term plans help shape our conversation. I’ll explain your options in plain language so you understand how they work and what to consider.
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Get to know your next hometown
Before you choose a house, get a feel for the place you could call home. Explore Roseville's history, neighborhoods, housing and lifestyle in my Moving to Roseville article.
Whether you're still dreaming or already planning your move, it's a welcoming place to start.
Read the Roseville GuideStart with the exact property address
Schools are an important consideration for many people buying a home in Roseville. One thing to know before you begin your search: Roseville is not served by a single K-12 school district. Elementary and middle school districts vary by address, while high school students are generally served by Roseville Joint Union High School District, which receives students from several partner K-8 districts.
Start with the home's exact address and check both grade levels: elementary/middle school and high school. Use the official district tools below, then confirm the assignment and school year directly with the district. A ZIP code, neighborhood name or older listing is not enough to establish attendance.
Find Your Roseville School →Elementary & middle school
Roseville City School District serves many of Roseville's elementary and middle school students. Use its interactive boundary map to look up the address you are considering.
District Office
1050 Main Street
Roseville, CA 95678
(916) 771-1600
Visit Roseville City School District →
Find Your School by Address →Elementary & middle school
Some Roseville addresses, including portions of western and northwestern Roseville, are served by Dry Creek Joint Elementary School District. It is one of the K-8 partner districts feeding into Roseville Joint Union High School District.
Its official attendance-area and boundary resources help you check the school of residence for a specific property.
Visit Dry Creek Joint Elementary School District →
Find Your School by Address →High school
The high school district serves Roseville, Granite Bay and part of Antelope. Roseville-area comprehensive campuses include Roseville High School, Oakmont High School, Woodcreek High School and West Park High School. Granite Bay and Antelope high schools also serve other parts of the district.
District Office
1750 Cirby Way
Roseville, CA 95661
(916) 786-2051
Visit Roseville Joint Union High School District →
Find Your High School by Address →Planning ahead
RJUHSD has approved new attendance boundaries beginning with the 2027-28 school year. These changes affect incoming freshmen beginning in 2027 and new students moving into the district; the district says students already attending its high schools are not affected.
For a move that spans school years, ask the district which assignment applies to your student and address. For a new-build address that is not yet in a locator, contact the district directly.
Review the 2027-28 Boundary Update →Buying a home in Roseville? If schools are part of your search, confirm both the elementary/middle school district and assigned high school before making a decision. Attendance boundaries, enrollment availability and district policies can change.
A walk with your dog, a favorite lunch spot, a library visit or an afternoon outside can be just as meaningful as the house itself. Give yourself time to explore the parts of Roseville you'll actually use.
Inspired by the people who call Roseville home
A few months ago, I asked a question in the r/roseville Reddit community I belong to: Where is your favorite place in Roseville to take out-of-town guests for the weekend?
The post took off, and hundreds of people joined the conversation! They shared favorite restaurants, coffee stops, trails and places they love showing off when friends and family visit. This list grew out of those recommendations from around Roseville and nearby communities.
I love that kind of sharing. It's how you discover the little places that make a community feel like home.
I'd love to welcome you to my own community, r/MortgageMadeEasy, where we can keep talking about homeownership and making mortgages easier to understand. Bring your questions and join the conversation!
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I want you to feel good about the payment after moving day, too. We'll consider principal and interest, property taxes, homeowners insurance and any applicable mortgage insurance or HOA dues. Then leave room in your spending plan for utilities, upkeep and the things you love doing.
Some properties have special taxes or additional assessments. Check the individual address rather than assuming similarly priced homes have the same monthly cost. Explore the city's special-tax information and county property tax contacts.
Here is your place to find electricity, water, gas, internet and garbage hookups, plus police, fire, libraries, parks and property tax contacts.
My complimentary three-page guide keeps those numbers together. Save it on your phone or print it for your moving folder.
Explore my Relocating to Roseville, CA Pinterest board for inspiration as you plan your next chapter.
Get to know your new community as you consider what matters most in your next home.
Read my Moving to Roseville article