The Most Expensive Homes In California

CALIFORNIA — The most expensive home on the market in the entire nation is Casa Encantada in Bel Air. The price tag is a daunting $225 million.

What about the rest of California, once you leave the enclaves of the ultra wealthy? Surprisingly, in some Patch communities in the Golden State, the priciest home on the market goes for under $1 million.

The "home" in Livermore is a cattle ranch that spans 4 counties, some are grand estates, while others are just nice tract homes in charming suburban neighborhoods.

Take a look at the most expensive homes right now, according to realtor.com, in these cities —

Southern California:

• Carlsbad
• Chatsworth
• Encinitas
• Manhattan Beach
• Palos Verdes Estates
• San Diego
• Santee
• Studio City
• Temecula

Northern California:

• Alameda
• Berkeley
• Castro Valley
• Fremont
• Healdsburg
• Lafayette
• Livermore
• Mill Valley
• Napa County
• Novato
• San Anselmo
• San Francisco
• San Rafael
• San Ramon
• Walnut Creek