California Real Estate & Relocation Guide

Grass Valley, California

Population: 12,500

Located in Nevada County

Grass Valley is a bustling community with a sense of history and a view to the future. Nestled in the beautiful Sierra Nevada foothills of Northern California, this charming historic gold rush town is surrounded by rolling hills, snow-covered Sierra peaks, towering green pines and graceful oaks shading pastures in the lower elevations.

Grass Valley and the surrounding areas have much to offer for outdoor enthusiasts: mountains, lakes and rivers for activities in all seasons, including bicycling, hiking, white-water rafting, boating, snow skiing, golf, fishing, horseback riding, and much more!

The Nevada County fair that is held every summer in Grass Valley, has been rated as one of the best in the state. During Christmas-time, the annual Cornish Christmas festival is held in the downtown area offering caroling, horse drawn carriage rides, local crafts and food booths. The Draft Horse Classic/Harvest Faire is held each Fall, and every odd-year the town hosts 4th of July celebrations with a hometown parade and daylong activities.

Other events include the Christmas craft fair, a very popular classic car show, wine tasting events, and the “Music in the Mountains” concerts series which are held throughout the year featuring well-known musicians from near and far.

Over the years, the community has been successful in attracting hi-tech businesses to Nevada County. Many large Silicon Valley companies have satellite offices here for those who want to live away from the stresses of big city life.

Grass Valley truly is a colorful growing town, blending the past with the present, and dedicated to offering quality living, restaurants, shopping, and recreational opportunities.