Roseville, California Homes for Sale

The city sits about 20 miles northeast of downtown Sacramento and has the Galleria shopping centre, healthcare employers and rail links. Summers are hot and dry, so check air conditioning, roof age and insurance quotes. The Sierra foothills and Lake Tahoe are about an hour or two away.

Nearby communities: Rocklin and Granite Bay (more upscale), Folsom, Citrus Heights, Fair Oaks and Carmichael.

California property tax is roughly 1% of purchase price, plus local special assessments such as Mello-Roos in newer developments, which you should confirm before bidding. There are no general restrictions on foreign buyers, but mortgages for non-residents typically require large deposits, so many pay cash. Foreign sellers face FIRPTA withholding of 15% on resale.

See the US guide, financing guide and the mortgage calculator.

Newer west Roseville developments tend to have modern floor plans, smaller lots and homeowner-association fees, while older central streets offer mature trees and larger plots but may need updating. Ask for the HOA budget, the age of the roof and heating system, and any flood-zone designation. A home inspection and a pest report are normal in California. If you want a quick sense of whether an ask is reasonable, try the property valuation tool.