Napa : California
Living a Gated Community Lifestyle in Napa, California
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Where to Retire in Napa and Home Prices
There are developments and condos here that cater to active adults in retirement, and more will come. Napa is located in Napa County. Other (smaller) towns in the Napa Valley worth considering include Yountville, Mt. Helena, and Calistoga.
Average home prices are on the high side, reflecting California prices. According to Zillow, the median home value was $917,830, in mid-2022.
What Is Special about Napa
World famous wineries to explore and some of the best restaurants in the U.S, a lively downtown district, Great outdoor activities, Noyes Mansion
What Is Not Special about Napa
Living here can be expensive. Floods and droughts. Crowds on the weekends
Climate and Physical Environment
Napa is located northeast of San Francisco. Steep hills and valleys help to climate microclimates that are ideal for grape growing. Summers are hot and dry and winters tend to be wet. The Mayacamas Mountain Range is on the western and northern sides while the Vaca Mountain Range is to the east. The floor of the main valley rises from sea level (southern end) to 362 feet above sea level.
Restaurants & Cultural Scene
A lot of the culture revolves around eating and wine. San Francisco is nearby. The public library has more than 150,000 volumes and appears to be well supported.
Crime
Crime is well below the national average.
Medical Facilities
Napa State Hospital and Queen of the Valley Hospitals are here
Transportation
Sonoma County Airport is 38 miles away.
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