Oroville East
Single-family and manufactured homes
Homes in Oroville East are a mix of manufactured and single-family. Most homes are one-story — variations on the classic midcentury ranch style. There are also some more contemporary offerings built in the early 2000s. Oroville East offers substantially more affordable real estate than housing costs in the state. The average home in the area is under half the price of the state median, which was around $900,000 in mid-2024. Single-family homes range in price from around $250,000 to over $700,000, depending on the square footage of the house, state of renovation and lot size. Manufactured homes are priced between $75,000 and $450,000, depending on the acreage.Las Plumas High School has many student clubs
Kids can start their education at Ophir Elementary, a walkable community school in Oroville East. The school is above average, with a B grade from Niche. Students then advance to Nelson Avenue Middle School, earning a C grade. Las Plumas High School is graded B-minus by Niche. Home of the Thunderbirds, LPHS has many clubs and student organizations, including anime, ceramics, Dungeons and Dragons, gaming and mock trial.Split by state Route 162
Oroville East is split in half by state Route 162, which links up to state Route 70 and connects to Chico, about 30 miles north via state Route 99. The drive to Chico takes about 45 minutes for commuters during rush hours. Local roads are quiet with no through traffic to speak of and only the occasional stop light. Oroville Municipal Airport is 10 miles west. For those looking to travel to Sacramento or fly out of the state capital, the city is about 75 miles south via state Route 70. Butte Regional Transit operates bus routes in downtown Oroville, although there are no stops in Oroville East because it’s more rural.The Gold Country Casino is a hub
Most shopping and dining happen around downtown Oroville, but Wagon Wheel Market is a closer option for groceries in Oroville East. The Gold Country Smoke Shop is a popular cigar shop down the street. "The Gold Country Casino is the main entertainment venue in town. They've got a steakhouse, live music and comedy shows," Voigt says. For dining destinations downtown, Vallarta Grill Restaurant offers authentic Mexican and what guests call the best margaritas in town. Tong Fong Low is an established, family-owned Chinese eatery offering traditional dishes in a comfortable setting decorated with Asian flair. The Boss Burger is located off the Montgomery Street round-a-bout and is known for its burgers and selection of shakes.Salmon fishing on the Sacramento River
Oroville East sits in the north Sacramento Valley up in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountains. “Off-roading is huge up here, and there are a lot of hikers and mountain bikers,” Voigt says. Directly west is the Loafer Creek Recreation Area, which has over 130 campsites with parking, a table and a cooking stove, and a boat lunch. “You’ve got salmon fishing on the Sacramento River, and the Bidwell Marina has beautiful views of the mountains.” There is more boating and camping at Lake Oroville State Recreation Area, which is popular with horseback riders and the site of a 640-foot waterfall.Oroville hosts year-round events
The city of Oroville promotes almost a dozen annual events, starting with the Snow Goose Festival in January of each year. The area is on one of the most remarkable bird migratory pathways in the world, and each year, millions of birds representing hundreds of species pass through the Northern Sacramento Valley. There is the Arbor Day Festival in March, Feather Fiesta Days in May and the Olive Festival and Juneteenth celebration in June. Farmers Markets happen May through September, the Salmon Festival occurs in September, and the Fourth of July and Christmas are big deals in town with respective celebrations. "The whole town is lit up around Christmas. It's beautiful and festive," Voigt says.Serious fire risk
Due to its location in the Sierra Nevada foothills, Oroville faces a serious wildfire risk. In July 2024, the Thomson Fire prompted evacuation orders as thousands of acres burned and over a dozen homes were destroyed. The lower home prices in Oroville East are essential with the increasing cost of fire insurance as more insurers pull out of the state.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Peggy Gaddini
Peggy Gaddini
(530) 206-0491
43 Total Sales
1 in Oroville East
$380,000 Price
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Rhonda Maehl
Rhonda Maehl
Century 21 Select Paradise
(530) 657-0810
449 Total Sales
1 in Oroville East
$310,000 Price
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Kelly McCarthy
Kelly McCarthy
eXp Realty of California Inc
(530) 734-2744
317 Total Sales
1 in Oroville East
$360,000 Price
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Kari Wheeler
Kari Wheeler
Responds QuicklyLPT Realty, Inc
(530) 531-8404
158 Total Sales
3 in Oroville East
$297K - $375K Price Range
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Brian Voigt
Brian Voigt
Re/Max Home and Investment
(530) 385-0752
432 Total Sales
5 in Oroville East
$332K - $600K Price Range
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Jeff Schubot
Jeff Schubot
Responds QuicklyRealty One Group Complete
(279) 465-0167
39 Total Sales
1 in Oroville East
$287,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Lake Oroville State Recreation Area
Oroville Wildlife Area
Loafer Creek Recreation Area
Lake Oroville State Recreation Area
Riverbend Park
Foreman Creek Recreation
Forebay Beach
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Oroville East | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 2 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 2 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 2 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Oroville East Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Oroville East, Oroville sell after 48 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Oroville East, Oroville over the last 12 months is $400,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$432,990
Median Sale Price
$400,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$419,995
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$953,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
139
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$379
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,465
Number of Homes for Sale
12
Median Year Built
1978
Months of Supply
1.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,674
Below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,012
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,992
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
22,215
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
7,777
Median Age
46
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
21.4%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
28.4%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$84,476
Above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$100,994
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92%
College Graduates
19%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
5.8%
% Population in Labor Force
48.1%
Below the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
25''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
2
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
3
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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