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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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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On average, homes in Cottonwood, CA sell after 40 days on the market compared to the national average of 57 days. The median sale price for homes in Cottonwood, CA over the last 12 months is $350,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
*Open house Sunday 7-19-26 from 2:00-4:00pm.* Welcome to a truly unique property featuring two beautifully remodeled manufactured homes thoughtfully joined into one spacious residence. This versatile layout offers two living rooms, two full kitchens, two laundry areas, five bedrooms, four bathrooms, and a dedicated office, providing exceptional flexibility for multi-generational living, rental
Beautiful, ranch-style home, with 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms; 1902 sq. ft. Shows clean and bright! A long, gated driveway leads to this single-story home on nearly an acre of land. Double-sided fireplace, wood floors, crown molding throughout, ceiling fans, central air and heat, sliding barn door and indoor laundry area. The heart of this home features a beautifully presented kitchen with
Escape to the peace and privacy of country living without sacrificing modern comfort. Set on 5 beautiful acres in Cottonwood, this newer-built home offers 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and a thoughtfully designed split floor plan that blends functionality with timeless style. Inside, you'll find luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout, soaring vaulted ceilings in the living room, and a cozy fireplace
The gated entry to this private Cottonwood home just off prestigious Evergreen Road features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathroom2 and over2000 square feet of open concept class and country elegance. Hardwood floors, woodburning stove, granite counters and a desirable split floor plan. But there's more! Nearly 10 acres of fenced and crossed land with a gentle slope, the abundant wildlife will soothe your soul.
Secluded 9.5 acres! Escape to your own private sanctuary or country retreat! Surrounded by nature's beauty, this tranquil off-grid property offers the perfect setting for a peaceful homestead. With ample space to build your dream home or private retreat, enjoy the seclusion and serenity of rural living. Zoned A-1-T-BA-10 per Shasta County GIS.
Rolling terrain with several good level areas to build on. Views of Lassen range to the east, Mt Shasta to the north and the Trinity Alps to the west. Large lot gated community offers privacy and security and extensive walking trails. Wonderful opportunity to build your dream home.
An iconic Cottonwood, California property is now ready for you to bring it back to life. Sitting on a total of 391, fenced and cross fenced, acres with 2 large homes awaits a new owner with a dream and passion to make this property the envy of Northern California. The land consists of grazing pastures and open range for cattle, horse and or sheep. Crossed fenced in several areas with access gates
Nestled on 9.93 acres of flat, usable land, this expansive 1 owner custom 2,400+ sq ft home offers a perfect blend of space, functionality, and rural charm! The well designed floor plan features a bright living room and a cozy family room, ideal for both entertaining and everyday living. With three generously sized bedrooms, including a master suite, and 2.5 bathrooms, this home provides ample
130 +/- acres on the south fork of Cottonwood Creek south of Redding, CA. Located at the end of a paved county road, the ranch offers privacy, views and lots of wildlife. In the center of the property is a comfortable 1,728 square foot ranch style home with 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom. The kitchen opens to the family room lined with windows providing natural light and views of the gunite pebble tec
Highly desirable Cottonwood location, offered at $330,000! This three bedroom, two bathroom home is nearly 1,300 square feet on a large corner lot with an attached two car garage plus two separate gated areas for RV / boat parking. -- Dual pane windows, central heat and air, and tile and laminate flooring throughout, no carpet. The living room has a sliding glass door to the patio and a charming
130 ± acres on the south fork of Cottonwood Creek south of Redding, CA. Located at the end of a paved county road, the ranch offers privacy, views and lots of wildlife. The ranch has over 4,000 feet of creek frontage with "native" riparian habitat. In the center of the property is a comfortable 1,728 square foot ranch-style home with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Between the Home and the
*11701+/- total acres of rangeland located approximately 20 miles west of Cottonwood on the north side of Highway 36. Contains extensive Cottonwood Creek frontage. The ranch is currently used for winter pasture with cattle normally arriving the first week of December and shipping out May 1-15th. Historical carrying capacity is 600-650 head, subject to adjustment based on available water, health
Enjoy the Quiet Country Life in beautiful Cottonwood in this well cared for 1488 Sq Ft home featuring 2 bedrooms 2 bathrooms and an Office/Den. Relax on the back deck and enjoy the view! 3.56 Fenced and cross fenced acres, perfect for horses and other animals. Beautiful remodeled Kitchen, New Exterior paint and newer Roof. Excellent school district and just 8 min to town and I5. Quiet country
Unique Country Retreat on 6.2 acres with sunset views & some modern upgrades. Welcome to this beautiful 4-bedroom, 2.5 bathroom home offering, 2700 square feet of comfortable living on 6.2 usable acres with seasonal creek and sweeping sunset views from your pool deck. Perfectly blending rural charm with modern convenience, this property is 10 min from Anderson, 15-20 minutes from Red Bluff and
This bright and spacious 1,270 sq ft, 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom duplex unit in the desirable gated Lake California community is being refreshed for its next residents. It features newer, decent carpet throughout and will receive a full interior paint job, giving the home a clean, fresh, and move-in-ready feel.Please note that the inside photos currently being used are of the unit next door,
This home is currently receiving a full interior paint refresh. Please note that the marketing photos are older and may not reflect the updated interior finishes.Located in Lake California, this beautiful home is situated on a flag lot and vast views of the Greenbelt from the backyard.This home can be found in a gated housing track that has other perks aside the security of the
Discover this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in Cottonwood, CA, located in Lake California. The interior features oak kitchen cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a breakfast bar and pantry, plus tile, carpet and hardwood flooring throughout. The primary bath includes a soaking tub and double vanity sinks. Additional highlights include a fireplace, mirrored closet doors, ceiling fans and central HVAC.
This unit has many great features! Must-see large living room and engineered hardwood floors throughout. Beautiful open kitchen with granite countertops and custom tile backsplash. Kitchen and bath also have all custom tile work. Built with energy-saving LED lighting and brand-new energy-efficient appliances. Oversized 2-car garage has a wash sink next to the laundry area and lots of room to
3988 Merrywood DriveCottonwood CA, 96022!!! 1/2 off first months rent!!!Come check out this 4 bedroom home in Cottonwood. It sits on 0.71 acres, with a 3 car garage with cabinets and work space and RV parking! This home is a must see it has an open floor plan with vaulted ceilings, crown molding and gas fireplace. Its updated kitchen with quartz counter tops, appliances
This house features a convenient 2-car garage, off-street parking, and a gated community for added security and peace of mind. With a fenced backyard and shared driveway, you'll have plenty of outdoor space to enjoy. Renters' insurance is recommended, and a 1-year lease is required. Liability insurance is also a must to ensure a worry-free living experience. Schedule a viewing through our website
This is an awesome duplex located in a gated community known as Lake California. This unit has beautiful flooring. The kitchen, dining, and living room have an open floor plan. There are laundry hookups inside the garage. You can get to the backyard through the sliding door in the master. This unit has a two-car garage and a fenced backyard.This home is located in a gated housing track
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