Foothill Farms, CA Apartment Renter's Guide

Although it's a pretty laid back community these days, Foothill Farms, California played an important role in World War II. The Army built a depot in the town that helped move personnel and equipment from the European theater to the fighting in the Pacific. Today, the former depot is a military museum.

Foothill Farms, which lies just north of Sacramento, makes a great place to live for anyone who wants a charming and friendly town to call home, while still having easy access to the big city. That's pretty much everybody, isn't it? With homes and apartments in a variety of price ranges, the city has housing options that should appeal to those for whom price is no object; here's hoping that's includes you, or frugal individuals on a budget. Even though it's not a large community, it does have two, count-em two, zip codes, Foothill Farms has plenty of recreational and shopping choices. The weather is temperate for most of the year, although it does get rainy during the winter, so bring an umbrella.

Have I whetted your interest about pulling up stakes and moving to the fabulous locale known as Foothill Farms? Thought so. First things first, make sure that your finances are in good shape. Moving to a new area always costs more than you think it will. Doesn't everything? Take a trip to Foothill Farms about 6 weeks before you plan to move. This gives you a chance to investigate the various parts of the city and find one that appeals to you. You also need to talk to landlords while you are in town and find an apartment that you really like.

When you look at the apartments for rent, have your proof of income with you and show it to the landlord before he asks. This should make a favorable impression. Don't forget to ask about the security deposit, as this is often a rather hefty chunk of change. Also, ask about how much your utility bills will be if utilities are not included. If you can find any apartments with paid utilities in Foothill Farms, so much the better.

Scout the neighborhood carefully before signing any rental agreement. Drive around the area to see if retail and eating establishments are nearby. Is the area walkable or do you need to get into your car for pretty much everything? Are there any city parks or open spaces in the general vicinity?  Is the area generally quiet and sedate or does it have an interesting night life? Only when you answered these types of questions are you ready to put your John Hancock on the dotted line.

Sound like a lot of time and effort? Well, yes, you do have to put in some legwork to find an apartment in Foothill Farms that meets your needs, but since you will hanging out there quit a bit, making sure you get the right place is definitely worth it. After all, you're looking for a new home, not a new cell phone.

Now that you understand choosing the neighborhood is a crucial part of selecting an apt for rent in Foothill Farms, it's time to take a look at some of your choices. Here is a closer look at some of your best options:

Old Foothill Farms: Located in the southwest part of town, this is a great area for those looking for a fun location. A number of students from a nearby college call this area home and one of the city's attractive parks is also in this neighborhood.

East: This area of attractive houses and apartments is home to the Foothill Farms Shopping Center and lovely Pioneer Park.

Northside: Boasting reasonable rents and the Elkhorn Shopping Center, this neighborhood makes a good choice if you're looking for a tranquil lifestyle and easy access to a wide variety of retail establishments.

Residents of Foothill Farms bask in the area's friendliness, public parks and conveniently located shopping. They also strive to make their community an even better place to live, with the Old Foothill Farms Community Task Force sponsoring various events for citizens to make their views known. Most people get around by car, although the Sacramento Regional Transit System does have a route through the area for those without a vehicle.  

So, now that you know all of the vital info about life in Foothill Farms, get it into gear and start your apartment hunt now.