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Palermo

Palermo

Neighborhood in Oroville, California

Butte County 95965, 95966, 95968

$386,713 Average Value
$270 Average Price per Sq Ft
10 Homes For Sale
Palermo is about 6 miles south of Oroville and 30 miles south of Chico. “Buyers here are going to be more acreage driven than in some other spots,” says Brian Voigt, who has been in real estate since 2011 and has called the area home since attending UC Chico. “This area is very flat, so it’s a good place for growing crops or building a shop.”

Homes

Homes in Palermo are primarily single-family and manufactured. “This area is also on affordable acreage compared to anywhere else. If I’m looking for five acres to put a trailer on, this will be the place,” Voight says. Single-story ranch-style homes are standard, as are more contemporary builds on large plots of land. Homes range in price from around $280,000 for a four-bedroom home with about 1,500 square feet to $825,000 for a four-bedroom contemporary home with about 3,500 square feet. Manufactured homes start around $16,000 for a home on a small lot to over $400,000 for a home on at least five acres.

Parks

Though the area has limited dedicated public green space, Palermo Park is the perfect place for a party. The horseshoe pits, covered picnic shelter and the gazebo are all available to rent per day. Kids can spend all day on the playground, and parents appreciate the public restrooms. The Palermo Pool sits at the same site as the park on Ludlum Avenue. There is a small wading pool and a main pool with a slide into 10 feet of water. The pool facility was closed for repairs in the 2024 season.

Schools

The Palermo Union Elementary School District serves school-age children in Palermo and is graded C by Niche. Golden Hills Elementary and Palermo Middle are both graded C by Niche. The Oroville Union High School District is graded B-minus, like Las Plumas High School. Home of the Thunderbirds, LPHS has a full slate of athletic activities including football, cheer, volleyball and golf, among many others.

Events

Feather Falls Casino & Lodge is the entertainment center of Palermo. “They’ve been growing for over a decade, and they just keep getting bigger. Now it has a hotel,” Voight says. “That’s where people go for comedy shows and music venues; they pull people in with events.”

Transportation

Palermo is situated along state Route 70, which runs north through Oroville, toward Chico and south toward Sacramento. The area is mostly rural, with a few main thoroughfares like Palermo and Lone Tree roads and the Palermo-Honcutt Highway. Oroville Municipal Airport is about 9 miles away, though most people fly out of Sacramento. The community is about 65 miles north of Sacramento via CA-70, a drive that can take 90 minutes to two hours at rush hours. The area has no public transportation options, so residents require a car.

Shopping and Dining

Palermo is almost entirely residential, so shopping and dining are done nearby in Oroville. For stocking up on groceries, there is a Raley’s in Currier Square Center about 6 miles north via Lincoln Boulevard. Petco, Marshalls, AutoZone and Ace Hardware are in or around the shopping center. National chain favorites like Denny’s, Popeyes and Carl’s Jr. are among the many fast casual food offerings. Jenn’s Café is a popular breakfast spot in a modest venue known for its food and service. The biscuits and gravy and chicken fried steak are among the menu’s most popular items. The Cow Café & Grill is another place serving homestyle American favorites.
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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Palermo US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 4 4
Assault with Weapon 4 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 2 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Palermo Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$409,600
Median Sale Price
$340,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$385,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
45
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-4%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$270

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
911
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
1981
Months of Supply
2.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,545
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,271
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
22,215

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Jun 14
    9am - 6pm

    3190 Grubbs Rd, Oroville, CA 95966

    $550,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 4 Baths
    • 2,712 Sq Ft
    • 3190 Grubbs Rd

    Welcome to 3190 Grubbs Road a rare opportunity to own a spacious 2,712 sq ft single-story home situated on 16.59 flat, usable acres in rural Oroville. This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom property includes a permitted studio with its own entrance, ideal for extended family, guests, or rental income. Built in 1970, the home has been well maintained, with a brand-new roof installed in January 2025 and a

    Joseph Tran Real Broker

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  • Saturday, Jun 21
    12 - 3pm

    38 Montana Ave, Oroville, CA 95966

    $575,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,800 Sq Ft
    • 38 Montana Ave

    THE RANCH'' Panoramic Views Fully Fenced Property Gravel Drive Leads Past Two Pastures, Livestock/Horse Property 4 Stall Barn W/Stall Runs Off Of Each Stall Breezeway & Hay Storage. Round Pen Set Up & Cross Fenced Into 3 Pastures W/Ditch Water Irrigation Available. Loafing Sheds In Pastures W/Feed Bunks. Room For An Arena. Living Rm Has Plantation Shutters Dining Rm & Kitchen. 3 Large Bedrooms &

    Rochelle Popovits KW Lockeford

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Average Home Value




Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
5,322
Median Age
41
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
23.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
21.6%
On par with the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$47,380
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$67,256

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
77.9%
College Graduates
11.1%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.7%
% Population in Labor Force
50.4%
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®

22 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

0 / 100
Source: Walk Score
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