$283,358Average Value$203Average Price per Sq Ft57Homes For Sale
Unincorporated community outside Paradise
Magalia comes from the Latin word for cottages, the tiny homes settlers lived in when the town was established during the gold rush of 1850. Magalia has come a long way since then. This unincorporated community outside Paradise is full of modern homes, restaurants and local businesses. Although it is an incorporated community in the hills of Butte County, Magalia doesn't feel remote. Homes are organized on residential roads, and the main thoroughfare through the neighborhood winds past shopping and dining. After the Camp Fire in 2018 destroyed much of the homes and trees around Magalia, the community has come back with newly built homes and an influx of new residents.
Welcome to Magalia.
Houses are spaced out in Magalia.
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Older homes and homes rebuilt after 2018 Camp Fire
Buyers come to Magalia to seek some space. “The majority of homes have nice parcels of land,” says Rhonda Maehl, Paradise resident and a long-time Realtor at Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Welcome Home. “There is a mix of older homes. However, since the fire in 2018, a third of the town has been rebuilt and is brand new. Most of the new houses are builder speculation homes.” These newer speculation houses, typically Modern Traditional in style, sell between $290,000 and $450,000. Older homes, a mix of ranch-styles and Modern Traditional, sell between $200,000 and $600,000. The fire left many build-ready lots available, which sell anywhere from $12,000 to over $600,000 depending on acreage. “It’s a more affordable area. Historically, it's cheaper than anywhere else in Butte County,” says Dave Donnan, a Realtor with the Ryno Company with 25 years of experience.
Homes in Magalia generally sell between $200K to $600K.
New homes in Magalia go for from $250K to $450K.
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Reservoir park and hiking trails
Magalia is surrounded by parks, so citizens will be within a short distance of public green space anywhere in the community, from Magalia Community Park to Poa Trailhead. Residents can hike around the Paradise Reservoir and take in views of the water, or explore the trails around the Green Belt. Magalia is in the hills of Butte County and situated between the Magalia Reservoir and the Little and Middle Butte Creek. The reservoir’s waters offer plenty of opportunities for recreation, from fishing to kayaking. Residents hike and take in views of the creek from Loch Lomond Glen Foundation.
Visitors to Lake Paradise can hike the trails.
You can go to paradise Lake for Boating or fishing.
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Kids attend Paradise Unified School District
The Paradise Unified School District serves Magalia. Most kids start school at Cedarwood Elementary School, graded B by Niche. They can go on to attend Paradise Intermediate School, graded B, and Paradise Senior High School, B-plus, where senior students can enroll in Butte Community College to earn college credit.
At Paradise Intermediate, each day, a masterpiece of discovery in Paradise.
Events at Butte College are alive with music and laughter.
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Magalia Community Park hosts events
Magalia Community Park hosts community events throughout the year. Most are regular, smaller scale events like dance and yoga classes and other senior citizen fitness initiatives. They do host more seasonal events, like a summer concert series and a children’s Christmas party and tree lighting.
Skyway runs through Magalia
Residents will need a car to get around the neighborhood and to travel into surrounding communities. Paradise is 5 miles south, but Chico is farther away, sitting 20 miles west. The Skyway is the main thoroughfare through Magalia and one of the main drags through Butte County. This roadway leads down to Paradise and up into the hills.
Skyway shopping and dining
“It doesn’t feel far out,” says Maehl. “We have restaurants and shopping, but there aren’t doubles of anything: there’s one sushi restaurant, one pizza restaurant, one diner.” Izzy’s Too Burgers and Barbeque, Sakura Sushi, Red Lion Pizza and the Hilltop Cafe are all located along the Skyway. Holiday Market grocery store and the local Rite Aid are also stops along the Skyway.
Hilltop Cafe is a popular Magalia restaurtant.
Izzy's is dog friendly.
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Fire risks in Magalia
Fires are common in the area. “It’s heavily wooded and prone to fires,” says Donnan. “What you save in buying a house, you pay for in insurance.” The 2018 Camp Fire was abnormally destructive, resulting in the total destruction of a large percentage of Magalia's homes. Magalia Fire Center, managed by Butte County, serves the area and keeps track of potential fire outbreaks. The fire center makes safety plans to mitigate damage and keep community members safe.
Folks in Magalia know firsthand how devastating a wildfire can be.
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Parks in this Area
Paradise Dog Park
Paradise Swimming Pool
Paradise Recreation and Park District
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Magalia
US
Homicide
3
4
Sexual Assault
3
4
Assault with Weapon
3
4
Robbery
3
4
Burglary
3
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
2
4
Larceny
2
4
Crime Score
3
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Magalia Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Magalia, Paradise sell after 84 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Magalia, Paradise over the last 12 months is $310,000, up 1% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Freshly painted and ready to move in! Spacious floorplan with formal dinning area, kitchen with eat in area and large family room with a vaulted ceiling and open beams 3 beds 2 baths. Oversized garage, trex deck, large yard, shed back up generator.
DREAM PROPERTY IN BEAUTIFUL MAGALIA WITH YEAR-ROUND CREEK! Recently cleared around upper property lines and partially cleared in the open & level area near the top of the property. This lot is easy to view and accessed from a wonderful neighborhood with wide paved streets and custom homes, this vacant lot offers the best of both worlds—peaceful seclusion and in-town convenience without any
CHECK THIS OUT! Driveway still intact! Land is relatively flat and offers a ton of possibilities! Water and electricity available at the street. Septic tank and leach lines are on the property, but have not been inspected post Camp Fire. Property was just recently cleaned up nicely! This property is also part of the Paradise Pines Property Owners Association. For only $310/annually, you get
Wow—A Seasonal Creek & Peaceful Meadow View Setting! Pride of ownership shines through every detail of this lovingly maintained 2-bedroom, 2-bath home, nestled on a serene half-acre lot with mature trees and natural beauty. Offering 1,386 sq ft of comfortable living space, this charming residence is loaded with thoughtful updates. The spacious living room invites you in with a cozy wood-burning
Cozy 2 bedroom 1 bath apartment nested in the pines. Hardwood floors and fans throughout. Laundry inside the unit and off street parking. One block from Skyway.
Be the first to live in this brand-new 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in a quiet Magalia neighborhood! This new construction features modern finishes, an open layout with great natural light, and includes all major appliances: refrigerator, range, microwave, and dishwasher. Pet friendly (dogs and cats considered) and strictly non-smoking (indoors and outdoors).Rent: $2,200/monthDeposit: $4,400
House for rent with all appliances included A FREE pre-screening rental application is available over the phone — call for a quick and easy initial qualification. Rentand Move-In Details: -Monthly Rent: $2,300 -Deposit: (2x rent) -Total Move-In Cost: First month rent $2,300 + 2x the monthly rent -Rental Terms: Month-to-month rental with option to sign a fixed-term lease. Tenant may be offered a
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,311
Median Age
47
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
19.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
27.8%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$60,225
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$79,488
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95%
College Graduates
21.7%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
6.1%
% Population in Labor Force
45.1%
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/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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