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Angels Camp

Angels Camp

Located in Calaveras County

$519,765 Average Value
$282 Average Price per Sq Ft
30 Homes For Sale

Angels Camp is a storied place in Calaveras County

Angels Camp is a historic town rooted in the Gold Rush era and literary legend. The town drew in prospectors seeking their fortune through gold in the 19th century, one being Mark Twain, still a relative unknown. Twain struck gold in his way after overhearing a story at a local tavern that led to one of his most famous early works, "The Celebrated Jumping Frog of Calaveras County." Today, a statue of the author stands in Utica Park, within walking distance of Angels Camp's preserved downtown area, where buildings date back to its founding. His story is still brought to life at the annual county festival in Angels Camp, where participants compete for the highest jumping frog. Angels Camp is still a place where homebuyers can find ranches on vast acres and own a horse, or maybe even start a vineyard. Located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains near several lakes, life is touched by outdoorsy fun from boating to fishing to hiking and golfing at the local municipal course.

The City of Angels Camp is a major artery for travelers driving through the gold country.
The City of Angels Camp is a major artery for travelers driving through the gold country.
The City of Angels Camp California has fertile soil perfect for growing grapes.
The City of Angels Camp California has fertile soil perfect for growing grapes.
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Communities meeting different lifestyles

Angels Camp has everything from a golf course community to homes in the countryside or fronting the lake, and properties closer to its downtown core. Custom-builds, ranch styles, estates and some manufactured homes have a foothold here. "There are a lot of historical homes. People live in them, have restored them and keep them up," says Melanie Adair, a local Realtor who works for Friends Real Estate Services. The oldest are from the 1800s. Given the town's layout, lots range widely, from less than 10,000 square feet to vast acres. The median sale price in Angels Camp is $520,000. However, a coveted location on the water or fairway, or land amassing over 200 acres, can fetch from around $1 million to $2.5 million. The lack of light pollution here is striking. "When people call me at night after moving in, while they are putting their bed together, and have to go out to their car and it's pitch black, I say, just look up because you can see all the stars," Adair says.

Angels Camp Golf Course is where the locals go to enjoy a round of golf.
Angels Camp Golf Course is where the locals go to enjoy a round of golf.
The City of Angels Camp offers homes along its golf course for residents to enjoy.
The City of Angels Camp offers homes along its golf course for residents to enjoy.
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Studies start at Mark Twain Elementary School

Students get their educational start at the Mark Twain Union Elementary School District. Mark Twain Elementary School covers kindergarten through eighth grade, which earns a C from Niche. Bret Harte Union High School, through the Bret Harte Union High School District, earns a B plus. The high school released a student course survey in 2025. The highest category surrounded comprehension of course materials. Students also feel their teachers care deeply about their success.

Bret Harte Union High School offers classes across several buildings.
Bret Harte Union High School offers classes across several buildings.
Mark Twain Elementary School is where the children of the City of Angels Camp California go to learn.
Mark Twain Elementary School is where the children of the City of Angels Camp California go to learn.
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Shops and restaurants on historic Main Street

Main Street in downtown Angels Camp is lined with buildings from the Gold Rush and Art Deco eras of American history. Crafty Chicks & Co. sells handmade goods and curated items, from books to unique gifts. Locals can score one-of-a-kind finds at JJ's Vintage Mercantile & Consignment. Rockhounds head to Stories in Stones for their rare minerals and fossils. Miners Lounge is a popular spot for live music and camaraderie on game nights. Angels Creek Café serves comfort food for breakfast and lunch. Cascabel Restaurant is a go to for authentic Mexican. Save Mart and Angels Food Market are in town for groceries.

Angels Creek Café serves comfort food for breakfast and lunch in the City of Angels Camp, Ca.
Angels Creek Café serves comfort food for breakfast and lunch in the City of Angels Camp, Ca.
Save Mart in Angels Camp California is where residents go to shop.
Save Mart in Angels Camp California is where residents go to shop.
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From the playgrounds to the hills, lakes and sequoias

Utica Park and Gateway Park have playgrounds and picnic areas. Angels Creek flows through Tryon Park, giving anglers a spot to reel in trout. Greenhorn Creek Resort’s championship course is set within rolling hills springing with 100-year-old oaks. Angels Camp Gun Club gives people a spot in the open country to practice their aim. New Melones Lake is a popular place to boat, fish, swim and hike just south of Angels Camp. The lake’s marina rents out boats, wave runners, wakeboards and kayaks. Natural Bridges Trailhead is less than 9 miles from Angels Camp and leads to swimming caverns. Calaveras Big Trees State Park, known for its groves of giant sequoias, is over 20 miles away.

Melones Lake in Angels Camp California is a beautiful place to spend the day.
Melones Lake in Angels Camp California is a beautiful place to spend the day.
Lost of space for your outdoor outings at Utica Park in Angels Camp, Ca,
Lost of space for your outdoor outings at Utica Park in Angels Camp, Ca,
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Celebrating the jumping frog in Angels Camp

Calaveras County Fair & Jumping Frog Jubilee happens at the fairgrounds in Angels Camp during the spring and features carnival rides, live music, rodeos and a jumping frog competition that celebrates Twain’s story. A replica of the cabin where Twain wrote the story is less than 9 miles away in the town of Sonora.

Every year people come fro. all over the country to Angels Camp California for the Jumping Frog Jubilee.
Every year people come fro. all over the country to Angels Camp California for the Jumping Frog Jubilee.
Visitors learn about Mark Twain when visiting the City of Angels Camp, Ca.
Visitors learn about Mark Twain when visiting the City of Angels Camp, Ca.
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Connected to a major highway, with public transit

California Highway 49 flows through town and connects with State Route 4. Calaveras Connect is a regional transit agency offering fixed and dial-a-ride county bus services, including within Angels Camp.

Wildfires are a possibility here

Calaveras County is prone to wildfires. In 2025, the Aero Fire resulted in evacuation orders and road closures within the Copperopolis area, roughly 12 miles from Angels Camp.

The City of Angels Camp in Calaveras County is prone to wildfires during certain parts of the year.
The City of Angels Camp in Calaveras County is prone to wildfires during certain parts of the year.
Aero Fire is always ready for the next fire that could occur near the City of Angels Camp.
Aero Fire is always ready for the next fire that could occur near the City of Angels Camp.
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Angels Camp Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$535,000
Median Sale Price
$520,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$520,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$365,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
5%
Last 12 months Home Sales
101
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
18%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$282

Area Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,035
Number of Homes for Sale
30
Median Year Built
1995
Months of Supply
3.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,894
On par with the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,305
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
959
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
607
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
10,454

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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

Angels Camp Has More Owners

Demographics

Total Population
5,396
Median Age
52
Population under 18
19.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
32.8%
Above the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$79,533
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$98,352

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
90.9%
College Graduates
26.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.9%
% Population in Labor Force
47.3%
Below the national average
65.1%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
30''
Average Winter Low Temperature
38°F
Average Summer High Temperature
96°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

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Angels Camp
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