Shasta County, California
Cottonwood Real Estate and Local Guide
Small, unincorporated stagecoach-era community in southern Shasta County, set between Redding and Red Bluff along Cottonwood Creek Ranked Realty pairs verified local data with the agents who know Cottonwood best.
About the area
Living in Cottonwood, CA
A $1.22 billion Mega Millions jackpot ticket, one of the largest in U.S. history, was sold here in December 2024.
The housing market
Homes in Cottonwood
- About 11% of housing units are owner-occupied.
- About 49% of housing units are single-family homes.
- The median home value is about $256,400.
Landmarks and lifestyle
What makes Cottonwood home
Cottonwood Creek
Namesake creek designated a BLM Wild and Scenic River
Reading Island
Riparian island on the Sacramento River with a boat ramp and wildlife habitat
Sacramento River Bend Area
BLM public lands with trails, camping, and river access near town
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Local facts on this page are verified against public sources as part of the AppWT local-data project. Data reflects the most recent available figures.