Fair Oaks, CA

Beautiful Fair Oaks, California is home to a wonderful store, in which we spend a great deal of time. It is Wild Birds & Gardens, a premier backyard bird feeding, gardening, and gift store. They have been serving backyard bird enthusiasts since 1993. Whether you are interested in learning more about bird watching or buying a special gift, their knowledgeable and friendly staff is happy to help you with finding exactly what you need.

They carry:

•· Bird seed (in 2, 5, 20 and 25 pound bags)

•· Bird houses

•· Bird feeders

•· Wildlife items

•· Optics (binoculars)

•· Flags

•· Wind socks

•· Wind chimes

•· Spinners

•· Books, field guides

•· CDs, DVDs

•· Greeting cards

•· Children's stuffed animals and hand puppets

•· Sun hats

•· Gift cards

•· Other surprises

•· They even offer delivery service and shipping for bird seed.

•· Wild Birds & Gardens online and emailed newsletters are packed full of practical advice on such things as how to attract birds to your backyard, what kind of feeders to use, where and how to mount them, what to feed various birds, how to deter or feed squirrels and much more. In addition, the newsletter has information on bird walks, special events, in-store workshops, as well as coupons for savings throughout the store.

Another wonderful thing they do is to sell golf balls for 50 cents each (3 for $1.00), with all proceeds going to benefit the Wildlife Care Association, a local, non-profit organization with a sanctuary that cares for injured wildlife, including backyard birds. If you've found a bird that needs care, you can contact the center for more information at 916-965-9453.

My husband and I have called them or dropped by with a number of questions about the many birds that frequent our yard, as well as the red and grey squirrels and other critters - and yes, we feed them all with the great quality food we buy at Wild Birds & Gardens! The critters love the food, and there is little or no waste, because what is dropped by the birds eating from feeders is scooped up by the ground feeders, and it is non-sprouting, so there are no strange weeds growing under the feeders.

Their hours are Monday-Friday 10am-6pm, Monday-Friday 10am-6pm, Monday-Friday 10am-6pm, Saturday 10am-5pm, Sunday 11am-4pm, and they are open every day except for these major holidays: New Year's Day, Easter Sunday, Thanksgiving, and Christmas.

Check out Wild Birds & Gardens at:

5339 Sunrise Blvd., Fair Oaks, CA 95628

916-966-5958

www.birdsgardensandmore.com

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Full time real estate services in Fair Oaks CA, with friendly professionalism, 20+ years experience. I work hard to give my buyer or seller a low-stress transaction. "Happy clients make me happy."

For all your real estate needs or questions, call me at (916) 705-8951 or visit my website at www.SusanNealFineProperties.com.

Drive down the streets of the Northridge area in Fair Oaks and you better be careful. Be on the lookout for golfers in their carts... or turkeys. You are just as likely to see one as the other. Both the turkeys and the golfers love the proximity to Northridge Country Club, one of our area's finest private Golf Clubs. While living in the neighborhood does not make you a member, many of the 700 or so homes have members as owners.

Homes sell fairly quickly in the Northridge neighborhood, which is bordered by Madison Avenue on the North and San Juan on the West.

* In 2007 there were 18 homes sales, from $305K - $772K in price.

* In 2008 there were 12 home sales, ranging from $179 to $680K.

* To date, mid-year 2009, there have been 11 sales, with 4 on escrow. There are currently 8 homes on the market, ranging from $299K to $495K.

The sizes are mixed, with the average home being 2200 to 2300 square feet. Some of the homes bordering the course are much larger. Lots vary as well, with most in the .20 - .39 acre range.

to search for homes for sale in the Northridge Area, click here.

For more information on Fair Oaks, check out this information from my blog at www.FairOaksHomesAndMore.com...

Prices and sales activity in Fair Oaks

Video tour of Fair Oaks, from the eyes of Sally Dunbar

A nostalgic memory of one of my favorite Fair Oaks listings

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Sally Dunbar

Lyon Real Estate

Fair Oaks, Ca

(916) 535-0356

Some towns have their Cheers Bar where everyone knows their name, but in Fair Oaks, we have our own old fashioned hardware store - Oaks Hardware.  It's definately the local hangout, and the only place to go to find that hard-to-find tool or screw-ball sized screw.

Owner Dave Hill took over from his parents, Dick and Jeanne Hill, who until their death, were local fixtures extraordinaire.  Now Dave holds court almost daily, assisted by Hilary the Wonder Cat. 

You can tell a lot about a town by it's hardware store, and Fair Oaks is no different.  Join me on a little stroll through the store.

Rollingwood, in Fair Oaks, CA, is a beautiful neighborhood known for it's massive oaks tree and picturesque natural settings. At the edge of the American River, ridges of gorgeous homes jut out into the ravines that make their way down to the river. Natural beauty abounds, as deer, wild turkeys, squirrels, hawks and assorted wildlife provide live entertainment.

To the East, Rollingwood connects with Phoenix Field, built on the Phoenix Field airstrip. To the Southwest, is the American River Parkway, with miles of bike and horse trails along the beautiful river. Folsom is just a hop, skip and a jump away to the East. Rollingwood Raquet Club provides year round activities for the whole family with swim, tennis and person fitness.

If you are lucky, there will be a special home available in Rollingwood when you are ready to buy. There are currently 3 homes on the market, in the $450K to $570K range.

* 16 homes sold in 07 from $375K to $777K.

* 10 homes sold in '08, from $310K to $565K.

* To date (mid-year '09) there have been 3 homes sold, with another 4 in escrow. They have ranged from $330K - $530K. The average size is around 2300 square feet, with typical lots in the 1/4 to 1/3 acre range. To search for homes currently on the market in Rollingwood, and neighboring Phoenix Field go here.

For more information on Fair Oaks, check out this information from my blog at www.FairOaksHomesAndMore.com...

Prices and sales activity in Fair Oaks

Video tour of Fair Oaks, from the eyes of Sally Dunbar

A nostalgic memory of one of my favorite Fair Oaks listings

Here's my best stuff for buyers, lots of good info here...

Here's my best stuff for sellers... don't sell your home without this knowledge.

Sally Dunbar

Lyon Real Estate

Fair Oaks, Ca

(916) 535-0356

One of the areas I love most in Sacramento County is Fair Oaks, California.

Old Town Fair Oaks is kind of like stepping back in time to another era when people who worked at Hardware stores always knew your name.

While the town of Fair Oaks is terrific, and the homes in Fair Oaks hold their value really well, most everyone who lives in Fair Oaks takes tons of pride in Old Town. For one thing, there are chickens. Yes, chickens. Not sure where they came from, but since I was very young, Old Town Fair Oaks has always had chickens roaming around. In fact, if you park your car, you might need to make sure they get out of your way first! They seem to travel in a pack, so you never know which part of Old Town they’ll be roaming around in, but trust, me if you go to Old Town Fair Oaks, you’re gonna see of hear them.

So what do I do in Old Town Fair Oaks? Well, for starters, my good friend, Dr. Dennis Crawford has his Natural Health Center there, kind of across the street from the park that marks the center of Old Town Fair Oaks. In fact, Dr. Crawford is a frequent guest on my radio show, “Sacramento Smiles,” that discusses real estate and inspiration for our community at large.

Next, one of the yoga studios I frequent most, Hot Yoga at Sunrise, is just down the street from Old Town, on the way to the bridge. Sometimes I get to a yoga class early and walk down to the bridge, just admiring the beautiful view.

Many moons ago, my own mother (a Realtor too), was the President of the Fair Oaks Chamber of Commerce and she too fell in love with the charm of Old Town Fair Oaks. Another very cool things about the park. There’s an outdoor stage that features concerts and plays and all sorts of activates. In fact, one year I participated in “Art in the Park,” where I had a booth and could display and sell my hobby paintings. Let’s just say, for the record, that I’m much better at real estate than I am painting!

So whether you want to visit Dr. Crawford for some amazing healing, take a hot yoga class, shop at the many unique and wonderful establishments, or catch an outdoor version of Hamlet in the shade, don’t be a stranger to Old Town Fair Oaks….it’s a charming part of our community.

And, if you think you’d like to become a resident of the Fair Oaks Community, there are so many great homes available at rock bottom prices. Just give me a call and we’ll see what’s out there.

Ta Ta for Now,

Tamara

916.482.5834