Berry Creek
Access to Lake Oroville
Berry Creek is bordered by Lake Oroville and built into the sloping landscape of the Sierra Nevada foothills. “It’s very outdoorsy,” says Brian Voigt, real estate broker of Re/Max of Chico, familiar with the area. “It’s a perfect setup for Mountain Folk personalities — people who hunt and fish and hike.” The lake was made in 1967 when the state dammed the Feather River. Since then Foreman Creek Recreation Area has been a popular place to boat, fish, swim or just enjoy the vibes on the beach. The park is also surrounded by hiking trails, which offer views of the lake and the surrounding hills. This laid-back attitude is reflected in its CAP Index Crime Score, which is a 2 out of 10, two points lower than the national average.
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Custom built homes on large land parcels
Berry Creek homes are secluded, sitting on large properties at the end of long driveways. There is no uniform house style, as many residents bought land and built to their own taste. “There are some beautiful custom-built homes,” says Peters. “You’ll usually have some land, and because it's more mountainous, people are really moving there for the views.” Smaller homes can be purchased for as little as $160,000 or as much as $500,000 for larger turnkey properties.Berry Creek is at a high fire risk and the community was devastated by the Bear Fire in 2020. The community is still rebuilding and fire insurance can be more expensive here. The neighborhood does have a dedicated fire department which helps monitor warning signs of a wildfire and keeps locals informed about safety plans and potential risks.
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Kids attend the neighborhood's Berry Creek School
Pioneer Union Elementary School District serves the neighborhood. From kindergarten through eighth grade, they can attend Berry Creek School, which is being rebuilt. The school gets a C-minus from Niche. From there, kids can go on to Las Plumas High School, which is 20 miles away from the neighborhood. That school, which earned a B-minus, offers many extracurriculars, from marching band and a Mock Trial team, and just added a boys' volleyball program.
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Driving in remote Berry Creek
Berry Creek is a sprawling rural community. There are no public transportation options, and walking or biking is not ideal as the community is car dependent. Quincy-Oroville Highway runs through the neighborhood, providing a route in and out of the neighborhood to nearby towns. Oroville, the nearest city, is 22 miles south. Sacramento is 90 miles away.No shopping or dining in Berry Creek
Berry Creek has no retail district, so residents head into Oroville to do their shopping or enjoy meals out. There is a restaurant on the lake, The Anchor Management, at the Bidwell Canyon Marina in Kelly Ridge. This option is easier to access by boat than by car, as it is nearly 20 miles by car.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Harry Finefrock
Harry Finefrock
Moller Realty Group
(530) 670-0603
35 Total Sales
2 in Berry Creek
$28K - $52K Price Range
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Maya Noble
Maya Noble
Century 21 Select Real Estate, Inc.
(530) 767-4149
51 Total Sales
1 in Berry Creek
$45,000 Price
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Kelly McCarthy
Kelly McCarthy
eXp Realty of California Inc
(530) 734-2744
317 Total Sales
1 in Berry Creek
$13,000 Price
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Brian Voigt
Brian Voigt
Re/Max Home and Investment
(530) 385-0752
432 Total Sales
1 in Berry Creek
$44,500 Price
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Laurie Souza
Laurie Souza
Responds QuicklyLPT Realty
(530) 456-4801
53 Total Sales
1 in Berry Creek
$299,000 Price
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Marie Black
Marie Black
Responds QuicklyTable Mountain Realty, Inc.
(530) 869-6115
62 Total Sales
4 in Berry Creek
$40K - $130K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
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- K to 8th
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Parks in this Area
Lake Oroville State Recreation Area
Oroville Wildlife Area
Riverbend Park
Foreman Creek Recreation
Forebay Beach
Berry Creek Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Berry Creek, Oroville sell after 9 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Berry Creek, Oroville over the last 12 months is $266,335, down 36% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$268,235
Median Sale Price
$266,335
Median Single Family Sale Price
$266,335
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
8
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-36%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$186
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
496
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1982
Months of Supply
1.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,423
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
24,611
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
1,266
Median Age
52
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
15.6%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
31.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$48,007
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$59,808
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
90.8%
College Graduates
9.9%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
3.9%
% Population in Labor Force
27.9%
Significantly below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
56''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
91°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
0
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South Oroville
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