Why Live in Granite Bay
Granite Bay, located about 25 miles northeast of Sacramento and bordering Folsom Lake, is known for its affluent community and resort-style living. The neighborhood features gated million-dollar estates, attracting families and retirees, including NBA Sacramento Kings members. Residents enjoy a variety of lake and beachfront activities at Folsom Lake State Recreation Area, which spans 19,500 acres and offers hiking, cycling, fishing, horseback riding, kayaking, and swimming. Granite Bay Community Park provides soccer, baseball, and softball fields, walking trails, and a tot lot. The Granite Bay Golf Club, a private 18-hole course, includes a clubhouse with two restaurants. Homes in Granite Bay are custom-built estates on up to 9-acre lots, with popular architectural styles such as Tuscan, French Mediterranean, and mission-style. Smaller lots feature ranch and contemporary Craftsman-style homes with well-manicured yards. The Eureka Union School District and Roseville Joint Union High School District are highly rated, contributing to the neighborhood's appeal. Shopping centers along Douglas Boulevard and Quarry Ponds Town Center offer a variety of eateries and boutiques. Local attractions include the Rickey Ranch Pumpkin Farm and Granite Bay Farmers’ Market. Granite Bay is within 10 miles of Roseville and Rocklin, with nearby Interstate 80 and the Roseville Bypass. The Placer County Sheriff’s Office covers the area, which has lower crime rates compared to national figures. Residents experience warm, dry summers and mild, wet winters, with higher fire risks due to the heavily wooded environment.
Home Trends in Granite Bay, CA
On average, homes in Granite Bay, CA sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Granite Bay, CA over the last 12 months is $1,268,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$1,268,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$1,250,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$1,350,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$428
Number of Homes for Sale
94
Last 12 months Home Sales
257
Median List Price
$1,275,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
2%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
