Some people tour the big Sun City communities and come away thinking, “I love the idea, but I want something smaller and newer.” Heritage Solaire in West Roseville often comes up next.
It’s a gated Lennar community of about 493 single-story homes, finished in the last few years and built around one clubhouse, the Sol Centre. If you’re helping a parent compare options from out of state, or weighing a move yourself, this page gathers the prices, fees, taxes, floor plans, and nearby services in one spot.
Heritage Solaire at a glance
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| City and county | Roseville, Placer County |
| Builder | Lennar |
| Years built | About 2018 to 2022 |
| Number of homes | About 493 on roughly 54 acres |
| Age rule | 55+ age-restricted |
| Home types | Single-story, single-family homes in three collections |
| Gated | Yes |
| HOA (approx.) | About $280 to $289 a month, as of September 2026 |
| Price range (approx.) | From about $540,000 into the $800,000s, as of September 2026 |
| Golf | No golf course in the community |
| Pickleball | Yes, 3 lighted outdoor courts |
| Main clubhouse | The Sol Centre, about 5,900 square feet |
How much do homes cost in Heritage Solaire?
As of September 2026, active listings in Heritage Solaire ran from about $539,900 to about $615,000, and local guides put the overall range up into the $800,000s for the largest plans. I couldn’t confirm a reliable median for this smaller community, so I’d look at recent sales plan by plan.
Because the homes are newer, condition is more even than in older communities. Price differences come mostly from size, the collection, the lot, and upgrades the first owner chose.
Maggie updates these from MetroList sales every month. Ask for this month’s numbers.
HOA dues and what they cover
As of September 2026, HOA dues were about $280 to $289 a month, billed monthly.
Your dues cover:
- Front yard maintenance
- The gated entry
- Use of the Sol Centre clubhouse, gym, pool, and spa
- The pickleball, tennis, and bocce courts
- A Lifestyle Coordinator who plans events with a resident committee
Back yards are generally the owner’s job, though I’d confirm that in the CC&Rs. I couldn’t find public reserve study figures or a published transfer fee. I can request the association documents early in escrow so you see the budget, reserves, and any fees before you’re committed. Please confirm current figures with me.
Taxes and Mello-Roos
Heritage Solaire sits in a Mello-Roos district, according to local sources. One guide suggests budgeting about $260 to $280 a month for it, on top of regular property taxes.
That’s a meaningful number. Add it to the HOA dues and the fixed monthly cost lands well above what you’d pay in an older community. The exact amount is set parcel by parcel, so I always pull the tax bill for the specific address.
Homes and floor plans
Every home in Heritage Solaire is single-story. Lennar built three collections:
- Meridian: four plans from about 1,246 to 1,784 square feet, two or three bedrooms, two to three baths, and a two-car garage
- Larissa: four plans from about 1,884 to 2,309 square feet, two or three bedrooms, two to three and a half baths, and a two-car garage
- Eclipse: larger plans from about 2,466 to 2,766 square feet, three bedrooms, two and a half to three and a half baths, and a two- or three-car garage
Agent guides describe solar, tankless water heaters, and smart home features as standard. Solar can help with summer power bills in the Sacramento Valley, though the details depend on whether a system is owned or leased, so that’s one of the first things I check on any listing here.
If you’re downsizing from a larger family home, the Meridian plans are often where the conversation starts. If you want a guest room and an office, or room for visiting family, the Larissa and Eclipse plans give you more space without adding stairs.
Amenities
The Sol Centre
The clubhouse is about 5,900 square feet. It has large and small gathering rooms, a gym, a stretch and aerobics room, a massage room, a full kitchen for events, a wine bar, a card room called Sol Play, and a TV lounge. Residents can reserve rooms for private gatherings.
Pool and spa
Outside the Sol Centre there’s a large pool and a spa, with barbecues and outdoor dining areas. Aqua aerobics runs from about May through September.
Courts
There are three dedicated pickleball courts with LED lights and shaded benches, one lighted tennis court, and two bocce courts. Pickleball is first come, first served, and there’s a resident Pickleball Club.
Fitness
The gym is open to residents, and new users can take a Sol Fit orientation to learn the equipment. Group fitness classes meet in the Sol Centre, which helps if you’d rather exercise with others than on your own.
There’s no golf course, restaurant, or walking trail system inside the gates. Several public golf courses are a short drive away in Roseville and Lincoln.
Clubs and social life
Heritage Solaire has more than 20 resident-led clubs. Examples include pickleball, bocce, golf, line dancing, bridge, bunco, canasta, chess, mahjong, books, gardening, film, and a Wine and Travel Club.
A Lifestyle Coordinator on the HOA staff works with a resident Lifestyle Committee to plan the calendar: game nights, coffee chats, car shows, concerts, bingo, karaoke, and trips to local events. With fewer homes, it’s easier to recognize faces at the pool after a few weeks.
Health care nearby
The two main hospitals are in Roseville: Sutter Roseville Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente Roseville Medical Center on Eureka Road, which has an urgent care department.
Closer to home, Sutter Urgent Care has a West Roseville location on Woodcreek Oaks Boulevard. There’s no care on site, since these are owned homes. If more support is needed later, Eskaton Village Roseville, also in West Roseville, offers independent living, assisted living, and memory care.
Getting around
Heritage Solaire’s clubhouse address is on Element Lane, near Pleasant Grove Boulevard and Westbrook Boulevard in West Roseville.
- Sacramento International Airport (SMF): about 30 to 40 minutes by car from Roseville, usually via I-80 and I-5, according to travel estimates.
- Downtown Sacramento: reached by I-80 or Highway 65 to I-80. I didn’t find a published drive time from this exact spot, so I’d test the drive at the time of day you’d travel.
- Amtrak: the nearest station is in Roseville at 201 Pacific Street, on the Capitol Corridor.
- Local rides: Roseville Transit’s Arrow on-demand service goes anywhere inside city limits, with a senior discount.
What’s nearby
West Roseville has filled in with shopping over the last several years. The West Roseville Marketplace at Fiddyment Road and Pleasant Grove Boulevard is growing, and Raley’s O-N-E Market anchors a center on Blue Oaks Boulevard.
For a bigger shopping day, the Westfield Galleria at Roseville and the Fountains at Roseville are a short drive east. The neighboring WestPark area has a network of paved walking and biking trails and several city parks.
For internet, broadband directories list AT&T, Xfinity from Comcast, and Consolidated Communications in Roseville. Check service for the specific address.
Who tends to love Heritage Solaire
Heritage Solaire tends to suit people who want a newer, single-story home, a gated entry, and a smaller community where the clubhouse feels like a neighborhood living room. Pickleball, bocce, and the pool are the center of the day here.
It’s an easy lock-and-leave choice. The HOA handles the front yard and the gates, and newer construction means fewer surprise repairs.
The tradeoffs are cost and scale. Between HOA dues and Mello-Roos, fixed monthly costs run higher than in older communities. And there’s no golf course, restaurant, or large trail system inside the gates, so if those matter most, a bigger community may fit better.
Frequently asked questions
Is Heritage Solaire age-restricted?
Yes. Both Lennar and the HOA describe it as a 55+ age-restricted community. Under California law, rules for younger residents and guests generally depend on the CC&Rs, so read them before you buy.
Can my grandkids visit?
Yes, visits are welcome. During “Friends and Family” pool hours, a household can bring up to five people total. Longer stays by younger guests are usually limited, commonly to about 60 days a year in California senior communities, so confirm the current rule with the HOA.
Is Heritage Solaire gated?
Yes. It’s a gated community, and the HOA dues cover the entry gates.
What does the HOA cover?
About $280 to $289 a month (as of September 2026) covers front yard landscaping, the gates, the Sol Centre, the pool and spa, the gym, and the courts.
Is there Mello-Roos?
Yes. Local sources report a Mello-Roos tax of roughly $260 to $280 a month. The amount varies by parcel, so check the tax bill for the specific home.
How far is the nearest hospital?
Sutter Roseville Medical Center and Kaiser Permanente Roseville Medical Center are both in Roseville. A Sutter urgent care clinic is in West Roseville.
Is there golf?
No, there’s no course inside the community. There’s a resident golf club, and public courses are a short drive away.
Is there pickleball?
Yes. There are three lighted courts with shaded benches, plus a resident Pickleball Club.
Are all the homes single-story?
Yes. Every plan in all three collections is single-story.
Are there clubs and activities?
Yes. There are more than 20 resident-led clubs and a Lifestyle Coordinator who plans events, socials, and trips to local events.
How do I see homes there?
Since it’s gated, it helps to tour with an agent. Reach out, and I’ll line up homes in the collections that fit your needs.
If Heritage Solaire is on your list, I can help with the whole move: selling your current home, buying here, and the financing, in one plan. You can also compare it with all Sacramento-area 55+ communities. Whenever you’re ready, reach out, and we’ll go at your pace.
About Maggie B. Hopkins
Maggie is the Broker Owner of Surroundings, a real estate and mortgage brokerage here in Sacramento, with more than 20 years in real estate and lending. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Health Care Administration from Western Illinois University, with internship experience in a long-term care facility. She is a Certified Aging-in-Place Specialist (CAPS) and a Seniors Real Estate Specialist (SRES), has completed the course training for RCFE (Residential Care Facility for the Elderly) certification, and is a Certified Probate & Trust Specialist. She specializes in reverse mortgage planning, helping homeowners understand how it may fit into their retirement goals. She also completed a week-long hospice volunteer training program. Because she handles both the real estate and the financing, families get one plan instead of two separate conversations. Every situation is different, so if you have questions about your own numbers, talk with Maggie.
Maggie B. Hopkins, Surroundings Real Estate & Lending
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Community details such as HOA dues, Mello-Roos, prices, and amenities come from public sources and change over time. Please confirm current figures with the HOA, the county, and a current title report before you buy. Age-restricted community rules come from each community’s CC&Rs. This article is general information, not legal or tax advice.