Mendocino County is located on the north coast in California . As of 2000, the population was 86,265. The county seat is Ukiah. The county is noted for its distinctive Pacific Ocean coastline and is the location of the Mendocino American Viticultural Area. The County was created in 1850 and derives its name from Cape Mendocino. The county has a total area of 3,878 miČ, 90% of it is land and 10% of it is water. In 2000, Mendocino County approved legalization for marijuana cultivation and possession for personal use , making it the first county in the US to declare prosecution of marijuana offenses the "lowest priority" for local law enforcement.

Tip #143: Team up with a Real Estate Professional
So why do you need the help of a Realtor®? Well, most Real Estate transactions are very complicated. In most cases, buying, selling or even renting a home requires disclosure forms, inspection reports, mortgage documents, insurance policies, deeds, multi-page government mandated settlement statements and a lot more. A knowledgeable guide through this complexity can help you avoid delays and costly mistakes. Real Estate has it's own language. If you don’t know a CMA from a PUD, you can understand why it’s important to work with someone who speaks that language and knows the local Mendocino County Real Estate market.