Real Estate Investing in Shasta County, California

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18 ZIP codes • Population: 170,155

Should you buy in Shasta County, CA? Our answer, based on the numbers below.

🏠 For Homebuyers
CAUTION
Grade D (42/100)

Proceed carefully. Weak appreciation or affordability makes this a harder case for most buyers.

πŸ“ˆ For Investors
WEAK
2.3 / 5 (37/100)

A middle-of-the-road market. Workable, but the best opportunities may be nearby ZIPs rather than this one.

⚠️ Risks to Know
3 flags
  • Elevated vacancy: 10.2% vacancy may signal weakening demand.
  • Flat appreciation: Values have barely moved over 5 years (0.8% CAGR).
  • Tenant-protective state: Landlord rating 1.0/5 β€” slower evictions, more regulations.

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2.3/ 5

Investability

County-wide average

1.0/ 5

Appreciation

0.8% 5yr CAGR

1.0/ 5

Landlord Climate

Regulatory friendliness

Avg Investability β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…β˜…
Avg Home Value $364,106
Avg Monthly Rent $1,528
ZIP Codes 18

Investing in Shasta County Real Estate

Across Shasta County's 18 ZIPs, the picture is thin β€” soft rents, slow appreciation, and demographic headwinds that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

Across Shasta's 18 ZIPs, the investment landscape runs lackluster: thin appreciation, soft rents, and demographic trends that don't obviously reverse in the medium term.

Population dynamics in Shasta haven't been supportive. a challenging fit for combined with modest income growth, the demographic backdrop complicates any purely financial underwriting.

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Avg Home Value
$364,106
Avg Monthly Rent
$1,528
1% Rule
βœ— Below
Landlord Friendly (CA)
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πŸ“‰ Market Crash Risk Index

Based on Redding, CA metro

1/10
Low Risk
Price YoY
0/3
N/A
Rent YoY
0/2
N/A
Below List
0/3
45%
Days Pending
1/2
50 days

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πŸŽ“ Colleges & Universities in Shasta County

4 Colleges 9,109 Students 2,642 Off-Campus Renters
C+
Shasta College
4-Year Public Β· 8,081 students
πŸ“ ~2,642 students rent off-campus
C
Shasta School of Cosmetology
Vocational For-Profit Β· 101 students
D
Simpson University
4-Year Private Β· 907 students
D
Shasta Bible College and Graduate School
4-Year Private Β· 20 students

Investor Insight: With 2,642 students living off-campus, Shasta County has substantial rental demand from the college population β€” typically stable, lease-renewing tenants.

Cities in Shasta County

ZIP Codes in Shasta County, CA

96003 β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜…
Redding
Population 44,068
Avg Home $408,470
Avg Rent $1,860/mo
96001 β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜…
Redding
Population 34,109
Avg Home $389,639
Avg Rent $1,533/mo
96002 β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜…
Redding
Population 34,023
Avg Home $384,296
Avg Rent $1,642/mo
96007 β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜…
Anderson
Population 25,009
Avg Home $345,889
Avg Rent $1,594/mo
96019 β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜…
Shasta Lake
Population 10,413
Avg Home $306,610
Avg Rent $1,763/mo
96073 β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜…
Palo Cedro
Population 5,633
Avg Home $574,354
Avg Rent $2,151/mo
96088 β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜…
Shingletown
Population 4,552
Avg Home $324,791
Avg Rent $1,431/mo
96013 β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜…
Burney
Population 3,929
Avg Home $221,624
Avg Rent $1,314/mo
96028 β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜…
Fall River Mills
Population 1,667
Avg Home $302,605
Avg Rent $1,431/mo
96069 β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜…
Oak Run
Population 1,371
Avg Home $380,423
Avg Rent $1,431/mo
96008 β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜…
Bella Vista
Population 1,086
Avg Home $438,844
Avg Rent $1,467/mo
96062 β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜…
Millville
Population 1,074
Avg Home $552,841
Avg Rent $1,431/mo
96051 β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜…
Lakehead
Population 885
Avg Home $342,290
Avg Rent $1,314/mo
96047 β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜…
Igo
Population 857
Avg Home $350,604
Avg Rent $1,341/mo
96087 β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜…
Shasta
Population 819
Avg Home $340,210
Avg Rent $1,620/mo
96065 β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜…
Montgomery Creek
Population 346
Avg Home $302,942
Avg Rent $1,314/mo
96016 β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜…
Hat Creek
Population 297
Avg Home $314,847
Avg Rent $1,431/mo
96071 β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜… β˜…
Old Station
Population 17
Avg Home $272,628
Avg Rent $1,431/mo

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Frequently Asked Questions About Shasta County

How do home values compare in, CA?

The median home value in, CA is roughly $364K. That puts it reasonable relative to the CA statewide average.

Are eviction rules reasonable in, CA?

, CA operates under CA law, which is tenant-protective overall for landlords. Expect consistent treatment in typical lease and eviction cases.

How does, CA stack up against CA overall?

, CA measures broadly in line with the CA state benchmark. Investors should treat statewide figures as a reference, not a substitute for local data.

What is the investability score for, CA?

The 2.3/5 investability rating in, CA reflects its $364K prices and $1,528/mo rents. Investors generally consider it a solid option within CA.

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