New Construction Luxury Homes in Folsom Ranch
What new construction opportunities exist in Folsom Ranch for high-end buyers?
Folsom Ranch currently offers two distinct luxury new construction paths from Toll Brothers: Regency at Folsom Ranch, with single-story homes priced from the upper $800,000s in their final phases, and The Preserve at Folsom Ranch, featuring larger family-scale floor plans from roughly 2,500 to over 3,700 sq. ft. The broader Folsom Ranch area spans approximately 3,520 acres of master-planned development, with prices across the community ranging from $575,000 to $1.5 million-plus depending on collection and location.
Key Takeaways
- Recent local market data puts the Folsom Ranch area median sale price at $761,928, with homes selling in a median of 42 days and 33 active listings available as of September 2026.
- Regency at Folsom Ranch's Sequoia, Redwood, and Tahoe collections are in their final phases, with professionally decorated model homes priced from the upper $800,000s as of August 2026.
- The Preserve at Folsom Ranch offers Heritage Trails floor plans from approximately 2,500 to 3,700+ sq. ft. and Oak Trails plans from approximately 2,900 to 3,300+ sq. ft., both with 4–5 bedrooms and 2–3 car garages.
- The Folsom Plan Area is designed for approximately 20 years of phased build-out, making Folsom Ranch a long-term growth corridor, not a finished subdivision.
- In March 2026, the Folsom City Council approved a final subdivision map for a new 49-home neighborhood within the plan area, confirming that active entitlement and infrastructure work is still progressing.
What are the luxury new construction communities in Folsom Ranch right now?
Two Toll Brothers communities are the centerpiece of high-end new construction in Folsom Ranch today, and they serve very different buyer priorities. Knowing which one fits your situation is the first real decision you need to make.
Regency at Folsom Ranch: resort-style, single-story living
Regency is a 55+ active adult community, and it's genuinely one of the most compelling luxury new construction options in the Sacramento region right now. As of August 2026, Toll Brothers announced the sale of nine professionally decorated and fully furnished model homes across the Sequoia, Redwood, and Tahoe collections, with these collections noted to be in their final phases of available home sites.
The Tahoe Collection, the largest of the three, offers single-story 2–3 bedroom, 2.5-bath homes from 2,316 to 2,441 sq. ft., with access to an approximately 18,000 sq. ft. clubhouse, heated pool, fitness center, and onsite food and beverage service. The Sequoia and Redwood collections round out the offering with homes from approximately 1,400 to 2,400 sq. ft. Model homes are priced from the upper $800,000s, and Toll Brothers is offering both build-to-order homes and quick move-in options.
If you're looking at Regency, I'd move quickly. Final phases mean the best lots and the most design flexibility go first, and furnished model homes at this price point attract serious buyers fast.
The Preserve at Folsom Ranch: large-format family homes
For buyers who need more space, The Preserve delivers two collections built around the priorities of high-income households who want room to spread out. The Heritage Trails Collection offers floor plans from approximately 2,500 to 3,700+ sq. ft. with 4–5 bedrooms, 3.5–5.5 baths, and 2–3 car garages. The Oak Trails Collection runs from approximately 2,900 to 3,300+ sq. ft. with 4–5 bedrooms, 3.5–4.5 baths, and 2–3 car garages.
Both collections emphasize grand two-story entries with ceilings up to 20 feet, open-concept kitchen and living areas, indoor-outdoor living spaces, lofts, and expansive primary suites. These are homes designed for buyers who entertain, work from home, and want a new build that doesn't feel like it was value-engineered. You can read more about how the broader Folsom CA luxury homes for sale market fits together if you're evaluating multiple options across the city.
At the top of the Folsom Ranch price spectrum, luxury ranch-style homes in Russell Ranch are priced upward of $1.2 to $1.5 million, representing the clearest luxury tier in the area.
How does Folsom Ranch compare to El Dorado Hills for high-end buyers?
This is the question I hear most often from buyers considering both markets, and the honest answer is that they serve different priorities rather than one being strictly better than the other.
Folsom Ranch is newer infrastructure, newer product, and a community still taking shape. That means you're buying into a growth story, which has real upside but also means you'll be living alongside ongoing construction phases for years. The Sacramento LAFCO sphere-of-influence findings for the Folsom annexation describe the plan area build-out occurring over approximately 20 years across multiple geographic phases. That's not a negative, but it's a reality buyers should understand before they commit.
Recent local market data puts the Folsom Ranch area median sale price at $761,928, with homes selling in a median of 42 days. For a side-by-side look at how Folsom Ranch stacks up against established neighborhoods across the city, my Folsom Real Estate Investment Guide walks through the key distinctions.
El Dorado Hills, particularly in communities like Serrano and Blackstone, offers more established luxury with mature landscaping, existing commercial amenities, and a track record of resale values. Folsom Ranch offers newer construction, more design flexibility, and price points that can be more accessible at the entry end of the luxury tier. I always tell buyers relocating from the Bay Area to tour both before deciding, because the commute reality and the day-to-day neighborhood feel are things photos simply can't convey. For more on that decision, see why Bay Area buyers choose Folsom Ranch new construction.
What should high-end buyers know about the new construction process in Folsom Ranch?
Buying new construction from a builder like Toll Brothers is a fundamentally different experience from buying a resale home, and the differences matter more at the luxury price point where the dollars at stake are larger.
Design center choices and upgrade strategy
Most Toll Brothers buyers at The Preserve will go through a design center appointment to select finishes, flooring, cabinetry, countertops, and structural options. The key distinction is between structural options (changes to the floor plan itself, like adding a bedroom, extending a room, or upgrading to a larger garage) and cosmetic selections (surfaces and finishes). Structural options typically have a cut-off date early in the build process, and missing that window means living with the base floor plan.
From my experience working with buyers in new construction communities, the upgrades that add the most resale value are the ones that are hard or impossible to add later: upgraded electrical, larger windows, extended patios, and outdoor living rough-ins. Paint and carpet are easy to change. Structural changes after closing are expensive and sometimes not feasible.
Build timelines and quick move-in options
For buyers who can't wait 8–12 months for a build-to-order home, Toll Brothers' announcement for Regency specifically referenced both build-to-order homes and quick move-in homes. The model home sale at Regency is particularly interesting because these are fully furnished, professionally designed homes that are ready now, at the upper $800,000s price point. That's a rare combination of new construction quality and immediate availability.
Active build-out means the neighborhood is still forming
In March 2026, the Folsom City Council approved the final subdivision map for a 49-home neighborhood on the north side of White Rock Road within the Folsom Plan Area. That's a signal that entitlement and infrastructure work is actively progressing, and that new neighborhoods will continue coming to market. For buyers who want to understand the full scope of what's planned, the City of Folsom's Plan Area maps and documents lay out the phasing in detail.
The practical implication: some of the parks, schools, and commercial centers shown on the master plan maps are not yet built. The lifestyle you're buying into is partly present and partly future. That future is well-documented and well-funded, but it's worth walking the actual streets and understanding what's there today versus what's planned for five years from now. Your specific situation, including how long you plan to stay, what amenities matter most to you, and how you weigh current convenience against future upside, is exactly the kind of thing I work through with buyers before they sign a purchase agreement.
If you want to see how buyers are approaching the broader Folsom market right now, the Folsom single family home values and 2026 market outlook has current context on pricing trends across the city.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What luxury builders are currently active in Folsom Ranch, and what price range are their homes in?
Toll Brothers is the primary luxury builder actively selling in Folsom Ranch right now, with two distinct communities: Regency at Folsom Ranch (priced from the upper $800,000s for model homes as of August 2026) and The Preserve at Folsom Ranch (Heritage Trails and Oak Trails collections). The broader Folsom Ranch area, including Russell Ranch, sees prices ranging from approximately $575,000 to $1.5 million-plus depending on the collection, floor plan, and location within the plan area. Inventory moves, so the best way to see what's currently available and optioned is to tour with a local agent who tracks these communities closely.
What's the difference between Regency at Folsom Ranch and The Preserve at Folsom Ranch?
Regency is a 55+ active adult community built around single-story, low-maintenance living with resort amenities including an approximately 18,000 sq. ft. clubhouse, heated pool, and fitness center. The Preserve is a multigenerational community with larger two-story floor plans from roughly 2,500 to 3,700+ sq. ft., designed for buyers who prioritize space, grand entries, open-concept entertaining areas, and indoor-outdoor living. The two communities serve fundamentally different lifestyle priorities, not just different price points.
How does buying new construction in Folsom Ranch work, can I customize my home and finishes?
Toll Brothers' build-to-order process typically includes a design center appointment where buyers choose finishes, flooring, cabinetry, and structural options. Structural changes to the floor plan have an early cut-off date in the build timeline, so buyers need to make those decisions quickly after signing. Cosmetic selections like countertops and paint can often be made later in the process. If you want a home that's ready now, Toll Brothers also offers quick move-in homes and, as of August 2026, fully furnished model homes at Regency that are available for immediate purchase.
Is Folsom Ranch a good place to buy a luxury new construction home compared to El Dorado Hills?
Folsom Ranch offers newer product, more design flexibility, and a price range that can be more accessible at the entry end of luxury compared to established El Dorado Hills communities like Serrano or Blackstone. El Dorado Hills typically offers more mature infrastructure, established commercial amenities, and a longer resale track record. The right choice depends on whether you prioritize a new build with growth upside or an established neighborhood with proven amenities, and that's a decision worth making in person after touring both areas.
Is 2026 a good time to buy new construction in Folsom Ranch given all the future phases planned?
The Folsom Plan Area is designed for approximately 20 years of phased build-out, meaning buyers entering now are ahead of full commercial, school, and amenity completion. That's a real consideration: some planned infrastructure is still years away. At the same time, Regency's final phases and The Preserve's active sales mean the window to buy new construction in these specific communities at today's pricing is narrowing. Whether the timing is right for you depends on your timeline, how much weight you put on current versus future amenities, and how you plan to use the home, all factors worth running through with someone who knows the plan area in detail.
Folsom Ranch is one of the most active new construction markets in the Sacramento region, and the window to buy in Folsom Ranch's current luxury communities before final phases close out is genuinely limited. Whether you're evaluating Regency, The Preserve, or the broader Russell Ranch area, I can walk you through what's available, what's worth the premium, and what the build-out timeline means for your specific situation.
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Equal Housing Opportunity. Tiegen Boberg, Broker Associate, Nick Sadek Sotheby's International Realty; Member, MetroList MLS (Sacramento Region). California Department of Real Estate. This article is general information only and does not constitute legal, tax, or financial advice; confirm your own figures with your closing agent, tax advisor, or lender. AI-assisted content, property facts, pricing, and availability must be independently verified.
