California private island up for sale as $39,000 listing sparks interest
A private island in California's Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta is listed for sale at $39,000. The 5.6-acre property, located in White Slough near Stockton, is accessible only by boat and offers potential buyers a unique opportunity for a getaway or investment. Despite the low price, online reactions have been skeptical about the desirability of the location and potential building restrictions.
- ▪The island is part of a chain of small Delta islands, many of which remain undeveloped.
- ▪It was previously sold for $12,500 in 2005 and $17,500 in 2007, marking a 122.9% increase in its asking price.
- ▪The property is zoned AG-40 for agricultural use and carries a 2025 tax bill of $353.
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Real Estate California private island up for sale as $39,000 listing sparks interest By Daniel Farr Published June 3, 2026, 10:00 p.m. ET See more of our coverage in your search results. Add The California Post on Google A secluded island in California’s Sacramento-San Joaquin River Delta has surfaced on the market with a price tag that’s turning heads: just $39,000 for 5.6 acres of land surrounded entirely by water. The property sits in White Slough near Stockton and is part of a chain of small Delta islands, many of which remain undeveloped despite the sprawling agricultural landscape that surrounds the region. Some neighboring islands have been transformed into campgrounds, marinas, recreation destinations and private clubs.
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