Guerneville, Ca
Guerneville is built adjacent to the Russian River. Redwoods grew in the riverbed with such vigor that just a few centuries ago, the valley had the greatest biomass density on the planet, according to local lore. The present name Guerneville was introduced to honor Swiss immigrant George Guerne, a local businessman of the 1800s who owned the town's sawmill. The extensive redwood forests on the surrounding mountains are less than 200 years old, having been replacement plantings for much of the logging done in the 1800s.
The area became popular with vacationers from San Francisco in the late 1800s. The San Francisco and North Pacific Railroad linked the town to the Ferries of San Francisco Bay in 1877. Even with the demise of train service in the late 1930s, the area's resorts remained popular with vacationers who came by automobile through the 1950s. A local movie theater, the River, was built near the beach and showed double features throughout the 1950s and 1960s. The coming of jet airplane travel in the 1960s marked a period of decline for many of the older resorts. However, a renaissance took place in the late 1970s as large numbers of gay men and lesbians from San Francisco identified the area as a prime recreational destination for weekends. Many older resorts gained a new lease on life with the new visitors, and in general, the town's businesses began to thrive again.
Modern Guerneville continues to exude small-town charm, from its plaza in the town center with permanent chess tables, to small shops, and a public beach area in the heart of town along the Russian River that is used for fishing, swimming, boating, and sunbathing. Just as in the past, the river is open to the public, and features free admission, free parking, boat and umbrella rentals, and concession stands with a variety of food items for sale.
Current Listings in Guerneville
| All Listings | Under $100,000 | $100,000 - $200,000 |
| $200,000 - $300,000 | $300,000 - $400,000 | $400,000 - $500,000 |
| $600,000 - $700,000 | $700,000 - $800,000 | $800,000 - $900,000 |
| $900,000 - $1,000,000 |
Paradise Found. Stunning Country Home On Over A Half...
- Price:
- $995,000
- City:
- Guerneville
- Beds:
- 3
- Baths:
- 3
- Type:
- Residential
- MLS® #:
- 21203957
- Provider:
- Susan Packer Frank Howard Allen-guerneville
Paradise Found. Stunning Country Home On Over A Half Acre Of Landscaped Level Grounds. Totally Private...
Motivated Sellers Offer This 24+/- Acre West Sonoma...
- Price:
- $837,500
- City:
- Guerneville
- Beds:
- 2
- Baths:
- 3
- Type:
- Residential
- MLS® #:
- 21105453
- Provider:
- Scott Stevens Leading Edge Properties, Inc
Motivated Sellers Offer This 24+/- Acre West Sonoma County Ranch With A 2,375sf Home With Open Beam Ceilings,...
Nearly 22 Level Riverfront Acres Near Vacation Beach....
- Price:
- $799,000
- City:
- Guerneville
- Beds:
- 0
- Baths:
- 0
- Type:
- Lots/Land
- MLS® #:
- 20732991
- Provider:
- Brendan Coen Frank Howard Allen-guerneville
Nearly 22 Level Riverfront Acres Near Vacation Beach. Located At The End Of A Dead-end Street. Most...
What A Dream Opportunity To Be Able To, With One Purchase,...
- Price:
- $795,000
- City:
- Guerneville
- Beds:
- 0
- Baths:
- 0
- Type:
- Commercial
- MLS® #:
- 21204154
- Provider:
- Jeff Sacher Santa Rosa Realty
What A Dream Opportunity To Be Able To, With One Purchase, Own Your Own Home And The Real Estate That...
Fantastic Opportunity To Own And Operate The Most Visible...
- Price:
- $750,000
- City:
- Guerneville
- Beds:
- 0
- Baths:
- 0
- Type:
- Commercial
- MLS® #:
- 21116451
- Provider:
- Richard Lester Herth Real Estate
Fantastic Opportunity To Own And Operate The Most Visible Corner In Downtown Guerneville. Super High...
Opportunity! Perfect For Intentional Community Or Private...
- Price:
- $750,000
- City:
- Guerneville
- Beds:
- 0
- Baths:
- 0
- Type:
- Lots/Land
- MLS® #:
- 21108446
- Provider:
- Susan Packer Frank Howard Allen-guerneville
Opportunity! Perfect For Intentional Community Or Private Retirement Development Or Any Development....
