Willits, CA Homes for Rent

Known as the Gateway to the Redwoods, Willits is a Northern California community of just over 5,000 people. “It’s a rural area. As far as Mendocino County goes, the average price is on the lower end,” says Christina Yates, a Realtor and executive director at Luxe Places International Realty with over 20 years of experience. “It’s really close to the coast, so you have the coastal influence on the weather, and that’s something a lot of people enjoy.” The city is situated along state Route 20, leading west to the coast. It lives up to its nickname, with many places to see the redwoods and immerse oneself in nature. While the outdoor scenery is a big draw, Willits also has a vibrant downtown with locally owned restaurants and a historic theater. Willits has a wide range of housing styles. Many homes downtown are cottages, bungalows or Craftsman styles from the first half of the 20th century. These sit on small lots with lots of trees in the front yard and sidewalks on the streets. North of downtown, the Brooktrails area offers more seclusion. “You’ll get a quarter-acre wooded lot, but not a lot of the parcels are built on, so it feels like you have space, but you’re not paying for