Saint Helena, in Napa County, enjoys some of the best weather in the country. This Mediterranean climate is usually sunny and warm, which is perfect weather for hiking, biking, wine tasting, and enjoying the town. In addition, Saint Helena is only 30 minutes from the ocean, so surfing, windsurfing, and sailing are other activities Saint Helena residents can easily enjoy. Saint Helena's other weather asset is that it has seasons with changing leaves and wonderful rain storms. The town is ringed by mountains and set amidst the vineyards which produce Napa Valley's famed premium wines.
Buying a home in Saint Helena will put you in a quaint town with picturesque galleries, shops, restaurants, gourmet grocery stores, vineyards, and bed and breakfasts. As of January 2005, there are a little over 6,000 people living in the four square mile town of St. Helena. The homes in this town range from condominiums to beautiful gated estates with vineyards.
Saint Helena is the perfect place for singles, families, seniors, outdoor enthusiasts, gourmands, and anyone who enjoys living in a beautiful setting. Families looking to buy a home in Saint Helena will be happy to know that the town's public schools are excellent. St. Helena Unified School District is comprised of a primary school (289 students) and elementary school (312 students) both with alternative programs, a middle school (356 students), a high school (533 students) and a continuation high school (31 students).
Students from two nearby elementary districts also attend St. Helena High School. The high school boasts above average graduation rates and the great majority of graduates go onto pursue higher education. Specifically, Saint Helena High School has 516 students, and 80% of those graduates go on to pursue a four year degree.
In April 2008, the average home sales price for a single family home or condo in St. Helena, CA was $1,296,050. While this data is collected from the MLS and deemed reliable, it is not guaranteed.
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