Real Estate
Both Temecula and Napa Valley offer splendid options for housing; however, there are key differences between the 2 communities. For the home buyer, you’ll find Temecula a more affordable option as their median home price ranges close to $300,000. There you’ll find all the amenities you’ve ever wanted, ranging from spacious living areas to luxurious master suites. In Napa Valley, the average home costs close to $425,000 while still offering the same amenities as in Temecula. In addition, both communities showcase homes situated along the vineyards (or in the “Wine Country” as some would say). These homes will be propped along rolling hills overlooking beautiful vistas.
Napa Valley has a longer standing reputation because of its award-winning wineries and vineyards; however, Temecula has long been on the rise with its own unique blend of wines. For any wine aficionado, Napa Valley might be the more obvious choice, but Temecula does deserve its own “tasting.”
Employment Opportunities
Top employers in Temecula include Professional Hospital Supply Corp., Abbott Labs, the public school system and a variety of manufacturing companies. Napa’s main income source comes from their wineries, Comcast and Napa State Hospital. Unemployment rates continue to remain low in both cities.
Climate
Warm and sunny describes Temecula’s climate in the summertime with average temperatures in the mid 90’s and winter temperatures ranging from the low 40’s to the mid 50’s. Because Napa is situated nearer to the Pacific Ocean, they get more rain, but residents and visitors both love the low to mid 80 degree weather in the summer, and 40 to 50 degree temperatures in the winter.
Attractions
Temecula’s annual balloon and wine festival continues to be a favorite for residents and visitors. Old Town is known as a popular shopping venue, with a variety of great shops, cafes and restaurants. Winery tours, mountain biking, horseback riding and hiking trails are plentiful because of Temecula’s great location near 39 mountain summits. If you love San Francisco, Napa Valley is just a hop, skip and jump from this wonderful city. Noted for its artistic flair and excellent wineries, Napa Valley is also a highly desirable place to live.
Temecula vs Napa Valley
How can anyone say no to either one of these great locations? Temecula and Napa Valley both offer a variety of interesting activities with nearby mountains and the ocean within easy driving distance. There are great educational opportunities in both places and the unemployment rate is low. The cost of living and real estate market will be the deciding factor if you’re tied between both communities. For more information about each area, feel free to contact us (click here) or search our current home listings: