A jewel along Highway 101, the eclectic city of Ukiah is a change of pace from the hustle and bustle of Sacramento and other surrounding metropolitan areas. Ukiah is a proud wine-making town dotted with some rather impressive production wineries. Among these is Parducci, the greenest winery in the nation. The relaxed retreat was deemed California's best small town for its friendly community, scenic location, and unique attractions. Locals frequent the Buddhist monastery and meditation center, the largest in the entire country. On lazy Saturday mornings, residents visit Ukiah's Year-Round Farmers Market to hear live music, peruse the booths of local vendors, or snag a tasty snack. Renters making a home in this sunny city can choose from a range of affordable to moderately priced apartments and homes, with the median rent for a two-bedroom apartment around $1,800 as of 2023.