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#1 Best Places to Buy a House in California
#1 Best Places to Buy a House in California.
Ridgecrest
Town in California,
85 Niche users give it an average review of 3.5 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says
It's an incredible little valley town in between the White Mountains and Eastern Sierras... So the views are BEYOND incredible! We have access to some of the greatest mountains in the United States,....
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Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Population: 28,905,
#2 Best Places to Buy a House in California
#2 Best Places to Buy a House in California.
Broadstone
Neighborhood in Folsom, CA,
23 Niche users give it an average review of 4 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says
We moved from the Bay Area and we were so surprised by how incredibly nice everybody is here! Strangers greet you and talk to you like old friends. At first we were weirded out bc we’re definitely...Neighbors are down to earth. They’re the ones that will invite you over for a backyard beer and proactively introduce their kids to yours so that you feel at home. We were so worried about the kids....
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Population: 4,903,
#3 Best Places to Buy a House in California
#3 Best Places to Buy a House in California.
Lexington Hills/The Parkway
Neighborhood in Folsom, CA,
9 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Niche User says
This is very safe area, especially near my home..
Read 9 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Population: 6,204,
#4 Best Places to Buy a House in California
#4 Best Places to Buy a House in California.
Empire Ranch
Neighborhood in Folsom, CA,
10 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says
Great place to live. Safe, friendly and well kept suburb. Love neighborhood and surrounding. You tucked away from commercial, but you can drive 5 minutes or walk 15 and do your shopping..
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Population: 8,565,
#5 Best Places to Buy a House in California
#5 Best Places to Buy a House in California.
Camino
Town in California,
5 Niche users give it an average review of 4.
2 stars.Featured Review: Current Resident says
Camino is a sleepy, but beautiful, little town in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains, about midway between Sacramento and South Lake Tahoe. The area is also know as "Apple Hill" because of....
Read 5 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: B,
Population: 2,065,
#6 Best Places to Buy a House in California
#6 Best Places to Buy a House in California.
Newcastle
Suburb of Sacramento, CA,
10 Niche users give it an average review of 3.
8 stars.Featured Review: Former Resident says
Newcastle Elementary and Charter School is a beautiful small school with ample opportunities. Every student deserves a school like this..
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Overall Niche Grade: B+,
Population: 1,360,
#7 Best Places to Buy a House in California
#7 Best Places to Buy a House in California.
Stoneridge Park
Neighborhood in Pleasanton, CA,
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Population: 1,058,
#8 Best Places to Buy a House in California
#8 Best Places to Buy a House in California.
Village 7
Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA,
8 Niche users give it an average review of 3.9 stars.
Featured Review: Niche User says
There is a lot of farm land near this area. Elkhorn road separates the residence are and the farm land. Which means it can get really windy because the area is open.
In the summer, it's a good thing....Read 8 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Population: 1,804,
#9 Best Places to Buy a House in California
#9 Best Places to Buy a House in California.
Vintage Hills
Neighborhood in Pleasanton, CA,
14 Niche users give it an average review of 3.
4 stars.Featured Review: Current Resident says
I have lived in Vintage Hills neighboorhood my whole life and it has been exceptional. The public schools around this area are very qualified and get many high marks on tests. The safety and....
Read 14 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Population: 3,511,
#10 Best Places to Buy a House in California
#10 Best Places to Buy a House in California.
Natoma Station
Neighborhood in Folsom, CA,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 3 stars.
Read 1 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Population: 4,699,
#11 Best Places to Buy a House in California
#11 Best Places to Buy a House in California.
Natomas Creek
Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA,
8 Niche users give it an average review of 3.8 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says
It is a good place for families to live. Although this part of town does not have active culture scenes, you're only 10 minutes away from downtown and midtown and also, 5 minutes away from SAC....
Read 8 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Population: 2,266,
#12 Best Places to Buy a House in California
#12 Best Places to Buy a House in California.
Creekside
Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA,
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Population: 5,114,
#13 Best Places to Buy a House in California
#13 Best Places to Buy a House in California.
Seal Beach
Suburb of Los Angeles, CA,
50 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says
I love the beach! There are lots of opportunities for work and play throughout the neighborhood. I especially like the parks and the libraries and the restaurants..
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Overall Niche Grade: A+,
Population: 24,268,
#14 Best Places to Buy a House in California
#14 Best Places to Buy a House in California.
Industrial Area West
Neighborhood in Roseville, CA,
2 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.
Featured Review: Niche User says
My siblings are being raised in a community where there are so many opportunities to be active and so many diverse ways to find interests..
Read 2 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Population: 2,940,
#15 Best Places to Buy a House in California
#15 Best Places to Buy a House in California.
Johnstonville
Town in California,
Overall Niche Grade: C+,
Population: 1,151,
#16 Best Places to Buy a House in California
#16 Best Places to Buy a House in California.
Madera Acres
Suburb of Fresno, CA,
5 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says
One of the things I love about living in Madera Acres is that we have a lot of space between houses. There is enough privacy for everyone. It is also very peaceful, violence is not really seen where....
Read 5 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: C+,
Population: 9,990,
Blue Oaks
Neighborhood in Roseville, CA,
9 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Former Resident says
I lived here for 4 years. It's a very great and safe neighborhood. Nice area for a family with children, many parks, great schools, and retail shops around. I am looking forward to an opportunity to come back again!.
Read 9 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Population: 6,145,
Westlake
Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA,
2 Niche users give it an average review of 4.5 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says
Westlake is a great area that is safe, quiet, and has very easy access to downtown and the airport. The area is still developing so there will be growth in the future. It is on the edge of....
Read 2 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Population: 2,263,
Greenacres
Suburb of Bakersfield, CA,
134 Niche users give it an average review of 3.2 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says
Great place to live and great places to eat too. My favorite is Mountain Mike’s Pizza just around the corner.
Read 134 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: B,
Population: 5,255,
Pacheco
Suburb of Oakland, CA,
5 Niche users give it an average review of 3.
8 stars.Featured Review: Current Resident says
it is a great safe neighborhood. nicely located. Many homeowners are upgrading their houses. very good schools, my teen are pursuing their BS degrees...
Read 5 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Population: 4,775,
Quail Glen
Neighborhood in Roseville, CA,
15 Niche users give it an average review of 3.7 stars.
Featured Review: Niche User says
The economy has remained stable here while in other parts of the country, it has gone downhill.
In the future, I can see Roseville expanding..Read 15 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Population: 5,268,
Natomas Park
Neighborhood in Sacramento, CA,
56 Niche users give it an average review of 4.1 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says
Lots of places to walk! Natomas Park is a verdant neighborhood that's well suited to walking and relaxing with friends.
Its close proximity to shopping centers makes doing errands easy--they're....
Read 56 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: A minus,
Population: 14,817,
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Imperial
45 Niche users give it an average review of 3.6 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says
The Imperial Valley is home to a nice little town called Imperial. As a current resident, I would say that it's a nice town to raise a family. The locals are very nice and it is essentially the case....
Read 45 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: B,
Population: 18,631,
Big River
Town in California,
1 Niche users give it an average review of 5 stars.
Featured Review: Current Resident says
I live here and the county doesn’t take care of the roads and the water system always has leaks and the launch rams need work.
Read 1 reviews.
Overall Niche Grade: C+,
Population: 1,158,
Wrigley Heights
Neighborhood in Long Beach, CA,
Overall Niche Grade: A,
Population: 631,
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We were so worried about the kids making friends in a new town but it feels like the kids here are raised to welcome new kids - and we are loving it. No regrets whatsoever. We’re home!... Read 23 reviews
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Elkhorn road separates the residence are and the farm land. Which means it can get really windy because the area is open. In the summer, it's a good thing so that when the temperature gets to 90 degrees it wont't be too hot because of the wind. I like this area better than where we used to live before. It was really crowded and noisy because of the elementary school. This area much better. It's more open and streets are wide too. It's peaceful.... Read 8 reviews
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There is enough privacy for everyone. It is also very peaceful, violence is not really seen where I live.... Read 5 reviews
It's a very great and safe neighborhood. Nice area for a family with children, many parks, great schools, and retail shops around. I am looking forward to an opportunity to come back again!... Read 9 reviews
The area is still developing so there will be growth in the future. It is on the edge of Sacramento, with trails directly adjacent.... Read 2 reviews
My favorite is Mountain Mike’s Pizza just around the corner... Read 134 reviews
Overall, if someone was deciding to move here, I would definitely support their decision.... Read 45 reviews
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The curriculum respects the traditional basics and is being improved and modernized constantly. One of the first schools to open for in-person instruction. Best hybrid education. Huge Internet bandwidth for streaming. Visual Aids: Large televisions, webcam Apple computers for distance learning, in every class. All classes have computers, sound system, and visual aids. Setup ideal for remote learning, hybrid, or in-class. The tutoring program is a great opportunity for success. STEAM program has performed well in national robotics competitions. There are lots of outdoor basketball facilities. Sports focus on building the person and team spirit. The school sports have sharing agreements to access sports facilities at other nearby archdiocese schools. There is a theater program, with stage and indoor auditorium. The neighborhood and the school are integrated well. People will walk by and sincerely wave hello!... Read 1 reviewloading indicator
- Ideal weather: Temperate all year round, the summers here are a dream, with temps that can be 30 degrees (or more) cooler than inland areas. That has made the city a draw for those who can’t bear another stifling summer in areas like the San Fernando or Santa Clarita Valley.
- So much to do: There are parks and hiking and family entertainment spots, but so much of what makes Ventura ideal centers around the beach. There’s something for everyone here- you’ve got the Harbor with its family-friendly activities and tasty eateries, wineries and art galleries that fill up Downtown Ventura, and of course, the many beaches serving everyone from little swimmers to world-class surfers.
- Significant savings over other Southern California beach towns: By typical affordability standards, Ventura may not make the grade; the city’s median home value is up over $500,000—more than $120,000 more than the next-highest city on our list.
Yet, if coastal living is a must, this casual beach town between Los Angeles and Santa Barbara is a bargain. By comparison, Santa Barbara’s median home value is $1,164,200, Santa Monica’s median home value is $1,722,000, and Huntington Beach’s median home value is $832,800. - Main
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4 California Housing Markets That Are Still Affordable
Want to buy a home? In California, you’ll have to sacrifice your entire paycheck, plus every cent you’ve ever saved, and maybe even your firstborn child.
When it comes to pricey cities, it’s hard to beat California. Houses for sale in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Oakland and San Diego are among those listed as the most expensive in the United States.
In fact, San Francisco is second only to Manhattan, with an average home price of $1.2 million and a cost of living that’s 96.3% higher than the national average. Ouch!
But the good news is, a few expensive cities don’t speak for the state as a whole. It’s still possible to become a homeowner in the Golden State—if you know where to look. Here are 4 cities that won’t break the bank:
Source: (Chai Wood/ Shutterstock)1. Eureka
Visit California describes Eureka as “a hidden gem surrounded by ancient redwood forests, cradled by Humboldt Bay, California’s most pristine bay.”
Doesn’t that just make you want to go there right now? You can go north to Portland, Oregon or south to San Francisco, but you may not find a coastal city with the unique combination of charm and history Eureka exudes.
Sit out on the scenic waterfront, take a ferryboat cruise, and discover one treasure after another in a city that is, in its entirety, a state historic landmark.
Expect to be captivated from the moment you arrive. You’ll be awed by the ornately designed Victorians. And you’ll be happy to learn you can buy one for under $200,000.
Granted, it’ll likely be a major project house. But if you’re into that type of thing, you’ll find your fair share of exciting fixer-upper opportunities here.
Of course, keep in mind you could easily spend $500,000-ish and up for a meticulously restored place in the Old Town district that looks like it could have been plucked from San Francisco’s “Postcard Row.”
You can also buy a starter home right on the bay in the $100,000s here, and enjoy a low overall cost of living while reveling in the endless vacation vibes of this seaport town.
But, beware of the job situation; they’re not as plentiful as other areas, with employment in the area largely bolstered by Humboldt State University, St.
Joseph’s Health System, and The Pacific Lumber Company.
Population: 27,177
Median home value: $249,300
Median household income: $39,720
2. Temecula
Look, up in the sky…it’s a bird, it’s a plane. Actually, it’s a hot air balloon. That must mean it’s the first weekend in June in Temecula, when visitors descend on the city for the annual Temecula Valley Balloon & Wine Festival.
Coincidentally, it’s also when many a California homebuyer falls in love with the city and decides to hang out for more than a couple of days.
Or, perhaps it happens during the Temecula Valley International Film Festival, on a visit to one of the city’s 40-plus wineries, at the Temecula Valley Polo Club, on one of the many championship golf courses, or at Pechanga Resort and Casino, the largest casino in the state—which also happens to be the city’s largest employer.
Gorgeous year-round weather makes these outdoor activities even more enjoyable.
And a family-friendly environment with home prices that are hundreds of thousands of dollars lower than in San Diego 58 miles away means more money in your pocket to get out and enjoy all the city has to offer.
Temecula’s job market is also strong. Thousands of jobs have been created in the city over the past few years.
Outside of Pechanga Resort and Casino, employment in Temecula and the county of Riverside is driven by government, tourism, education, leisure, finance, and retail.
Population: 114,327
Median home value: $394,600
Median household income: $87,115
3. Bakersfield
Just over 100 miles from Los Angeles, Bakersfield has an energy all its own and a thriving real estate market that makes homeownership downright affordable. In fact, the median home value in the city is within $1,700 of the national median.
Bakersfield is the most highly populated city in Kern County, and the ninth-most populous city in the state, so it holds conveniences abound.
Plus, there are opportunities for natural exploration and adventure, with almost 60 parks, miles and miles of bike paths and easy access to the Sierra Nevada Mountains, not to mention numerous national forests, including: Sequoia National Park, Kings Canyon National Park, Los Padres National Forest, Angeles National Forest, and Death Valley National Park.
Oil rigs that dot the landscape are indicative of one of the city’s top employment sectors, with agriculture, healthcare, education, and distribution industries also contributing jobs.
Two of the largest carrot growers across the country, Grimmway Farms and Bolthouse Farms, are located here, and Nestle and Frito-Lay also have plants in the area.
Population: 376,380
Median home value: $228,400
Median household income: $60,058
Source: (JC Dela Cuesta/ Unsplash)4. Ventura
This Southern California coastal city has appeared on both Men’s Journal’s list of The 10 Best Places to Live Now and Livability’s Top 100 Best Places to Live list.
Let us count the reasons:
Healthcare, agriculture, technology, manufacturing, and tourism help drive the local economy, with Ventura County Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente, and Patagonia among the city’s largest employers.
Just outside the city are numerous other healthcare-and medical-related companies including several hospitals and the biopharmaceutical company Amgen.
Population: 850,967
Median home value: $520,300
Median household income: $81,972
Find your home in CaliforniaWill it be a little place on the coast? A home amidst the vineyards? Or, perhaps, a central California city with a booming economy is where you want to put down roots.
Whatever you’re seeking for your new home, you can find it in California—and still stay on a budget.
Turns out buying a home in the Golden State can be a golden opportunity.
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