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Farming roots and suburban feel
Bordered by the Feather River and the Sutter Buttes, Yuba City is a small town of about 70,000 people 40 miles north of Sacramento. Although farther inland, it’s a popular option for those who work in the Bay Area. “Yuba City has a high quality of life with a relatively low cost of living,” says Ashley Potocnik, Development Liaison for Yuba City. “If you’re looking for a more suburban feel and you’re ready to get out of the city and settle down, it’s a good option.” The community has a history as an agrarian area and has maintained its farming roots with surrounding orchards and farmland.
A small pocket of homes is surrounded by orchards in Lincoln East.
The Feather River borders Yuba City to the east.
Yuba City is a quiet place with many different sized lots, parks, and schools.
Homes in Yuba City tend to be newer, Modern Traditional builds.
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Commuting to Sacramento and the Bay Area from Yuba City
“One of the best features is the location,” says Steve McCarthy, resident and Realtor at eXp Realty. “You’re an hour from Sacramento and Roseville, a couple of hours from the beach, a couple hours from Lake Tahoe.” Residents will need a car to get around, as Yuba City is not very walkable. State Routes 20 and 99 run through Yuba City and intersect in the heart of town. CA-20 leads 2 miles east to Marysville, and CA-99 leads 45 miles north to Chico or 45 miles south to Sacramento and Roseville. San Francisco, another major employment hub, is a little farther at 130 miles. Sacramento is home to the nearest commercial airport.
Yuba City is also close to Beale Air Force Base, roughly 10 miles north. . The city itself is home to Sunsweet which has the largest dried fruit processing plant in the world. More than 20% of the world’s dried prunes are produced in Yuba City and the plant employs about 600 people. Other major employers include Adventist Health and Rideout serves the Yuba-Sutter area through a team of over 2,000 specialists. This hospital is located in Yuba City’s sister city, Marysville, across the Feather River.
The city’s population has doubled since 2000, and while its location and affordability have much to do with that, so does its laid-back vibe. The city’s crime rate is lower than both the California and national averages.
Yuba City parks and nature around Feather River
With the Sutter Buttes so close, residents are able to hike trails in the famously small mountain range. “If you like hunting, hiking or biking, there are many outdoor recreation opportunities in Yuba City,” says Potocnik. More than two dozen parks of varying sizes are scattered across Yuba City and serve as hubs of city programming. Feather River Parkway is most popular during warm weather, as locals flock to wade into the river’s cooling waters. The Gauche Aquatic Park is also packed through the summer, with some lap swimming offered during the off-season. McCarthy says that duck hunting is popular. A hunting license from California’s Department of Fish and Wildlife is required and there are a number of hunting preserves along the Feather River.
Kids rush to the playground at Holly Tree Park when school is out in Yuba City.
Grandpa spends time with grandson at Greenwood Park in Yuba City.
You can get a basketball game started at Sam Brannan Park near Lincoln East.
Residents can enjoy a late afternoon stroll though the Feather River Parkway in Yuba City.
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Modern Traditional homes in Yuba City
“There is not a lot of new construction, but you can find some newer builds,” says McCarthy. “We have a few homes that were built in the 1800s, but most are midcentury and up.” Yuba City is fairly spread out, with restaurant and retail sectors divided away from subdivisions. Single-family homes in Yuba City sell for an average of $430,000. “Our prices are cheaper than in Sacramento and other big employment areas,” says McCarthy. “A good percentage of people choose to live here and commute for Bay Area wages and Yuba City prices.” Many homes are more contemporary and incorporate some Spanish elements like stucco siding. Potocnik says the city is working to bring in more developers to expand the housing market, which is experiencing an upswing.
This home is a more traditional-style custom home with brick face in Yuba City.
This all-brick custom home has 2-stories and sits on a larger lot in Yuba City.
Most homes in the small community of Yuba City are ranch-styles.
This larger upscale home in Yuba City has stucco siding and a clay tile roof.
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Yuba City hosts the nation's largest Sikh Festival
The city is proud of it sizeable Sikh community. The Yuba-Sutter area has one of the largest Punjabi populations in the United States. “Our Sikh population has a big holiday in October,” says Potocnik. “It draws a huge crowd. It’s a big part of the community.” The annual Nagar Kirtan Sikh Festival is a multi-day celebration of faith and culture and draws over 100,000 people. The festival is known for its vendors, food and nearly 5-mile parade through town.
Plumas Street restaurants and shopping along the highway
“Downtown is the spot for shopping and dining,” says Potocnik. “There are a lot of great, local restaurants on Plumas Street.” For over ten years, locals have been ordering beers and classic American pub fare from The Happy Viking. Sutter Buttes Brewing Company, a local favorite according to Potocnik, is a local restaurant and brewery. Residents also have their pick of different cuisines like SOPA Thai Cuisine, Lee’s Canton Restaurant, Dhillon’s Pizza and Iguanas Mexican Grill.
Residents will also find thrift shops and boutiques along Plumas Street. However, most shopping is clustered around State Routes 20 and 99. Here, residents will find grocery stores such as Foodmaxx, Raley’s and La Superior Mercados and the local mall, Yuba Sutter Marketplace.
Come enjoy a meal outside at Fernandos Cali Kitchen in downtown Yuba City.
Plumas Street Pub and Grill is the place to relax with a cold beverage.
The Sutter Buttes Brewing Company and various dining options are all located by Plumas Street.
CA-99 and CA-20 are located close by to Central City and are home to a variety of shopping.
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Kids attend Yuba City Unified Schools
The Yuba City Unified School District serves local children. The district, which earned a B-plus from Niche, is comprised of about two dozen schools. McCarthy says many parents are attracted to northwestern Yuba City for the high school, River Valley High, which earned a B-plus on Niche. April Lane Elementary School, Andros Karperos Middle School, Tierra Buena School and Yuba City High School all received gold or platinum implementation awards from California’s Positive Behavior Intervention Supports program.
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