Thermalito
Neighborhood in Oroville, California
Butte County 95965
Tract homes and open lots
“Thermalito is in the valley, so it’s the flat lands,” says Voigt. “The neighborhood is a mix of large acreage parcels and small tract housing developments.” The flat of Thermalito sprawls across a large area, giving the neighborhood a spacious feel. It’s a more laid-back neighborhood compared to greater Oroville, with bigger yards and calmer streets. Dense trees help add to the feeling of privacy, shading yards and homes. Ranch-style tract homes start at $245,000 and go up to $460,000. Land parcels vary in size and price, from $70,000 for an acre to $300,000 for 10 acres. “It’s a more affordable area than other Oroville neighborhoods,” says Suzanne Peters, a real estate agent at eXp Realty who has sold several homes in the area. “It’s very highly sought after because it's all flat ground, so it's less of a fire risk. You’ll save a lot of money in fire insurance and be at a lower risk.”
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Thermalito Bays and Riverbend Park
The waters of Thermalito Forebay lap against the neighborhood’s northern edge. “Thermalito has a killer aquatic center,” says real estate broker Brian Voigt of Re/Max Home and Investment, who has previously sold in the area. “It’s cool because you can go there and barbecue, paddleboard or kayak. They put on boating events and fishing events throughout the year. They did one where they got hundreds of people on paddle boards out in the water. People really like it.” Visitors lounge on the shady, sandy beach or paddleboard the 300 surface acres of water. Sailing and rowing clubs also meet at the Forebay’s waters. Fishers cast a line from the disability-accessible fishing pier and can cook what they catch on the grills.On the west end of the neighborhood, the Thermalito Afterbay offers an even larger park, covering 4,300 surface acres of water and 17 miles of shoreline. Visitors here can also enjoy beachside picnics or paddleboard excursions in addition to motorized watersports. Jetskis and four-stroke motor vessels are welcome on the water during daylight hours. As the sun sets, the park enforces a no-wake policy to make for peaceful, motorless boating and fishing.
Other natural preserves ring the neighborhood, from 210-acre Riverbend Park across the river to Oroville Wildlife Area on the other side of the highway. Hikers, bikers, swimmers and sailors will be within a short drive — sometimes within walking distance — to recreational areas that support a breadth of hobbies.
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Kids attend Thermalito and Oroville schools
Most neighborhood kids will start school at Poplar Avenue Elementary School, graded C-minus by Niche. From there, they may attend Nelson Avenue Middle School, graded C. They can finish up at Oroville Union High School, graded B-minus, which offers many extracurriculars, including a marching band, which is very popular among students.
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Fourth of July at Forebay
Thermalito is fairly relaxed, but the forebay does draw a frequent crowd. The city of Oroville uses Thermalito Forebay Park to host its annual Fourth of July celebration, which includes a large fireworks display. Other private clubs use the park throughout the year to host sailing classes and rowing contests.Easy highway access
By land or by water, it’s easy to get around Thermalito. “It is on the west side of Highway 70, and people want to be close to the highway,” says Peters. “It makes it easy to get around, but it's not too noisy.” State Route 70 runs along the neighborhood's eastern border, and Route 162 runs through the neighborhood’s south. From the residential areas of Thermalito, it's a short three-mile drive to central Oroville. Residents can quickly drive into the city to shop or eat out. Thermalito Forebay is home to numerous boat launches, providing an accessible way to get in the water. The neighborhood does encompass Oroville Municipal Airport. While it does not offer commercial flights, it can sometimes contribute to overhead noise.Shopping and dining in Oroville
Across the river in Oroville, grocery chains like Grocery Outlet and Smart & Final Extra make it easy to stock up on essentials. Oroville offers shopping plazas for local businesses and national retailers, selling specialty goods and other everyday needs. This is also typically where Thermalito residents head when dining out. Restaurants cluster along Highway 162, from The Cow Cafe and Grill to familiar fast food spots like Wendy’s and Taco Bell.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Brian Voigt
Brian Voigt
Re/Max Home and Investment
(530) 385-0752
435 Total Sales
1 in Thermalito
$307,000 Price
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Elke Haldorson
Elke Haldorson
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
(530) 203-6939
32 Total Sales
2 in Thermalito
$339K - $383K Price Range
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Jenna Murray
Jenna Murray
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Chico Area
(530) 507-7276
101 Total Sales
1 in Thermalito
$380,000 Price
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John Russo
John Russo
Responds QuicklyGo West Realty
(530) 531-8359
122 Total Sales
5 in Thermalito
$60K - $520K Price Range
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Kelsey Grabin
Kelsey Grabin
Responds QuicklyRe/Max of Chico
(530) 767-3853
178 Total Sales
1 in Thermalito
$300,000 Price
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Keith Fickert
KF
Keith Fickert
Responds QuicklyKeller Williams Realty Chico Area
(530) 767-4246
133 Total Sales
4 in Thermalito
$160K - $320K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 6th to 8th
- Public
- K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Pat Alley Memorial Dog Park
Clay Pit State Vehicular Recreation Area
Lake Oroville State Recreation Area
Oroville Wildlife Area
Riverbend Park
Foreman Creek Recreation
Forebay Beach
Riverbend Park
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Thermalito | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 5 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 4 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 4 | 4 |
| Larceny | 2 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 4 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Thermalito Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Thermalito, Oroville sell after 45 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Thermalito, Oroville over the last 12 months is $304,880, up 5% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$317,500
Median Sale Price
$304,880
Median Single Family Sale Price
$309,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$270,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
1%
Last 12 months Home Sales
79
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
5%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$246
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
1,485
Number of Homes for Sale
14
Median Year Built
1970
Months of Supply
2.10
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,292
Significantly below the national average
1,933
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,623
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,312
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
13,503
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
7,011
Median Age
36
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
26%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
17.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$49,243
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$80,387
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
77.9%
College Graduates
9.1%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.8%
% Population in Labor Force
51.7%
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®
27
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
2
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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