Monday, June 20, 2011

Grass Valley CA Homes For Sale - Small Town Life at the Foot of the Sierra Nevada's

Grass Valley, California was first established in 1851 under the name of Centerville, but the name was changed in 1852. Many early settlers of this area were the miners attracted to the California gold rush, especially in Grass Valley, the population was largely of miners from Cornwall and Irish ancestry. The mines continued production until World War II, when temporarily closed due to wartime requirements. After the war, the cost of extracting gold from the mines greater than the benefits available, and mining operations finally ceased definitively in the 1950's. Today, buyers interested in these homes for sale is this small community of some 15,000 offers a warm atmosphere and excellent services for residents.

The Grass Valley School District is highly regarded in the area for the quality of its faculty and its academic programs. The first public school in this field was built in 1853, the building consisted of two rooms built in Church Hill. Over time, the school grew to its current size with two elementary schools, one comprehensive high school and a school for parents looking for a less traditional learning environment for their children. The school district provides innovative programs before and after school to students without charge. Older students attend the Nevada Joint Union High School, was recently named a California Distinguished School for their outstanding qualifications and achievements of students. The school offers a range of vocational courses to prepare students for work after graduation, too. Due to the excellent local schools, Grass Valley CA homes for sale are outstanding options for families with school-age children.

One of the selling points of Grass Valley CA homes for sale is the beautiful natural landscape of this picturesque area. Recreational activities include hiking in the nearby Sierra Nevada mountains, horseback riding, canoeing and paddle local rivers with gas. The Yuba River offers many historic sites along its winding course, and local golf courses and parks offer traditional entertainment options for area residents of Grass Valley. The city remembers its roots with the annual celebrations Cornish Christmas reminiscent Cornwall Christmas traditions of the miners who settled here, other festivals throughout the year honor the customs of Cornwall too.



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