Nevada City

Nevada City is a quaint mountain town known for its Gold Rush history. Tens of thousands of miners made their fortune here, and their legacy remains in the historic downtown area, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Today, the charming storefronts are home to indie boutiques, intimate tasting rooms and top-notch restaurants. For a peek into the history of railroading in the area, you can visit the Nevada County Narrow Gauge Railroad Museum, which features an engine from 1875.

Bordering the Tahoe National Forest, Nevada City is an outdoor wonderland. Visitors from far and wide come here to camp, hike, and swim in its lakes and rivers. The popular South Yuba River State Park has miles of hiking trails and swimming holes, perfect for cooling off on a hot summer day. Those who prefer winter adventures will find that some of the Sierra's best ski resorts are less than an hour away.

Nevada City is a burgeoning wine destination. Tasting rooms pepper the downtown area, where local vintners pour Italian and Bordeaux-data-style blends. Tasting rooms include Nevada City Winery, Szabo Vineyards and Clavey Vineyards & Winery - all within walking distance of one another. Beer lovers can indulge in the award-winning brews of Three Forks Bakery and Brewing Company, which also serves house-baked breads and wood-fired pizza.

Nevada City is a tight-knit community that prides itself on its joie de vivre. Festivals, celebrations and other events are the norm, and include parades, farmers markets and outdoor concerts. One of the city's most popular events is the Nevada City Victorian Christmas, where visitors from across Northern California descend on downtown to browse the stalls of local vendors.
Nevada City has a variety of housing to meet any need. Homes range from secluded mountain ranches to family-friendly suburban homes, as well as historic properties. No matter what you're looking for, you'll find it in Nevada City.

Nevada City, CA has a population of 18,955 with an average household income of $120,176. When it comes to real estate occupancy specifics, approximately 11,509 residents own their home and 2,202 rent their home. As for the weather, the average summer high temperature is 93.76F and the yearly rainfall average is 66.45 inches.

We invite you to explore the local real estate market in Nevada City. There are currently 91 residential listings on the market in Nevada City with an average list price of homes for sale of $671K. Last month's average sold price was $661K. We have expert agents who know the real estate market in Nevada City and are the professionals you need to help buy or sell your next property.