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Cottonwood

Cottonwood

$400,434 Average Value
$285 Average Price per Sq Ft
4 Homes For Sale

Cottonwood is a growing, rural community with a historic downtown

Located about 10 miles from Redding, the community of Cottonwood has farmland and a historic downtown with an Old West charm. “It’s good, wholesome living and a tight-knit community. The area is spread out, but the people are close,” says Todd Janes, a Realtor with Real Brokerage with about 19 years of experience. “To put it this way, it’s like 15 minutes to Costco and 10 minutes to Walmart, so it’s in the country, but it’s not disconnected.” The community evolved from a resting point along the Oregon Trail to a lumber and cattle shipping stop for the Southern Pacific Railroad. Many acres of Cottonwood are dedicated to agriculture and the population grew to over 6,000 in 2020, nearly twice as many as the United States Census Bureau recorded in 2010.

Much of the Cottonwood community is farmland.
Much of the Cottonwood community is farmland.
Historic Old Town Cottonwood has an Old West charm.
Historic Old Town Cottonwood has an Old West charm.
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Properties with single-family homes and increasing acreage near I-5

Single-family houses vary architecturally from minimal traditionals near downtown to ranch-style homes and new traditionals in cul-de-sacs. Prices range from $170,000 to $550,000, as property sizes increase, both west and east of Interstate 5. Some properties span nearly 12 acres. “It’s a nice community with people who want more land and don't necessarily want to know their neighbors,” Janes says. Mobile homes in the area go for $12,000 to $290,000, depending on property sizes.

Properties by streams may have an elevated flooding risk, with water levels rising following heavy rainstorms. With abundant natural space and a dry climate, areas around Cottonwood also may be at an elevated risk of wildfires.

New traditional homes in Cottonwood cul da sac share wide and peaceful streets.
New traditional homes in Cottonwood cul da sac share wide and peaceful streets.
Some properties in Cottonwood span nearly 12 acres with horses and cows to graze the fields.
Some properties in Cottonwood span nearly 12 acres with horses and cows to graze the fields.
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Lakeside fun, the Cottonwood Community Centerconcerns

Cottonwood Community Center is one of the few places with a public playground in the area. The center’s halls and kitchens are rentable. The Sacramento River feeds streams to the east, bringing many salmon and trout to the Coleman Fish Hatchery, about 10 miles away. Nearly 30 miles north, Shasta Lake spans over 30,000 acres and ripples with jet skis and boats pulling inner tubes. Whiskeytown Lake is just over 25 miles away, with a sandy shore that fills with sunbathers and picnickers on hot summer days. Anglers, kayakers and windsurfers share the 3,000-acre surface of the lake.

The Cottonwood Community Center and Park has a playground enjoyed by the local children.
The Cottonwood Community Center and Park has a playground enjoyed by the local children.
Streams in and around Cottonwood are beautiful to look at and hike along.
Streams in and around Cottonwood are beautiful to look at and hike along.
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Shopping and dining in central Cottonwood

Central Cottonwood has a shopping center with a Holiday Market and local restaurants, such as the coffee house, The Bean & Mercantile. Nearby, downtown Cottonwood has locally owned businesses, including gift shops and home goods stores. “Downtown is not touristy. It’s got the neighborhood restaurant, the local accountant and a hardware store,” Janes says. Restaurants include Roger’s Frosty and The Tailgate, both of which serve American fare.

Holiday Market in Cottonwood has a few eateries and shopping outlets and is central to the city.
Holiday Market in Cottonwood has a few eateries and shopping outlets and is central to the city.
Locals from Cottonwood come to Valley West Ace Hardware for their home project supplies.
Locals from Cottonwood come to Valley West Ace Hardware for their home project supplies.
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Learning in Cottonwood Union and Anderson Union High school districts

Cottonwood Union School District serves the area. North Cottonwood School is the district’s kindergarten through fourth-grade school, and West Cottonwood Junior High School is its fifth through eighth-grade school. Both schools and the district earn B-plus grades from Niche. Anderson Union High School District has six ninth through 12th-grade schools and receives a B-plus overall. Anderson Union High School also maintains a B-plus and has Advanced Placement (AP) and dual enrollment courses, making students eligible to earn college credits.

Students thrive at West Cottonwood Jr. High.
Students thrive at West Cottonwood Jr. High.
The American flag is flown at the center courtyard of the Anderson Union High School.
The American flag is flown at the center courtyard of the Anderson Union High School.
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Car-dependent community with interstate ties to Redding and Anderson

Interstate 5 connects Cottonwood to Redding and Redding Regional Airport in about 10 miles. The airport has limited flights but offers nonstop travel to San Francisco, Los Angeles, Denver and Seattle. Medical offices and hospitals, including those in the Shasta Community Health Center, are about 5 miles away in Anderson.

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Cottonwood Housing Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$439,000
Median Sale Price
$464,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$429,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
74
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
12%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$285

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,154
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Median Year Built
1989
Months of Supply
0.60
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,566
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,674
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
12,632

Open Houses

  • 18605 Del Norte Dr, Cottonwood, CA 96022

    $99,000

    • 2 Beds
    • 500 Sq Ft
    • 18605 Del Norte Dr

    2.4 acres with power, septic & well is ready to bring back to life. Overlooking the Cottonwood creek valley, this property has the potential you been looking for. Current MDF is in disrepair and hold zero value. Several out buildings in fair condition. Bring in your tiny home or build custom. Check with local authorities to see the full possibilities of this property.

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    Richard Howe
    Better Homes Gardens Real Estate - Results
    (530) 994-9969
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  • 3820 Oak Ln, Cottonwood, CA 96022

    $439,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,868 Sq Ft
    • 3820 Oak Ln
    • New 30 days ago

    A fantastic country property. Bring your horses, chickens, RV's and toys to this 3.5 acre, completely remodeled and updated 3 bedroom 2 bath Cottonwood home. Enjoy a split floor plan with an open kitchen and living room area with a cozy wood burning stove, new flooring, new fixtures, fresh paint and a modern county kitchen with quartz counter tops and tons of natural lighting. The quartz counters

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    Richard Howe
    Better Homes Gardens Real Estate - Results
    (530) 236-6150
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  • 21838 Chimney Rock Dr, Cottonwood, CA 96022

    $339,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,584 Sq Ft
    • 21838 Chimney Rock Dr
    • New 1 day ago

    Well maintained and move-in ready, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home is located in the desirable gated community of Lake California. Inside, you'll find granite countertops, high-quality custom cabinets, and crown molding throughout. The layout is functional and comfortable, with a spacious primary suite and two additional bedrooms that work well for family, guests, or office space.The

    Justin Cartwright Waterman Real Estate

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Homes for Sale

Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
5,147
Median Age
41
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
25.3%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
20.4%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$78,679
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$107,025

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
91.3%
College Graduates
18.6%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.5%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
58.2%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
34''
Average Winter Low Temperature
38°F
Average Summer High Temperature
99°F
Annual Snowfall
1''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®®

26 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®®

14 / 100
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Cottonwood
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