California is a U.S. state spanning the southern half of the west coast. With a population of 37 million and an area of 158,402 square miles (410,000 km²), California is the largest U.S. state in population and the third largest in area.

The region was inhabited by Native Americans of Asian origin before European explorers started to make sporadic visitations during the 16th Century. California had the highest density and greatest diversity of indigenous peoples in what is now the United States. Spain colonized the coastal areas of the territory starting in 1769. As a result of the Mexican War of Independence, California became a part of the Mexican Republic in 1821. It was subsequently captured by the United States in the Mexican-American War (1846-1848) which was concluded with the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo. The California Gold Rush of 1848-1849 brought about 90,000 additional U.S. immigrants into the state, and California became the 31st state of the United States in 1850.

Although the state's sunny climate has given it a historic reputation for being laid back compared to the East Coast, the $1.55 trillion (as of 2005) California economy is larger than all but the top 7 national economies in the world ^* and is responsible for 13% of the United States' $13 trillion gross domestic product (GDP). The state's major predominant industries include agriculture, entertainment, light manufacturing, and tourism. California is also the home of several significant economic regions such as Hollywood (entertainment), the California Central Valley (agriculture), Silicon Valley (computers and high tech), and the Wine Country (wine).

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Got a ROOM available in a 2 bed 2 bath apt! (danville / san ramon) $770 2bd
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 20:58:57 -0700
2 bed 2 bath 770/month for each of us in san ramon, very nice area and complex to live in has all the good stuff washer/dryer, balcony, fireplace, 2nd story. if interested call 925 297 7466
1BED ROOM APT.IN EXCELLENT LOCATION (excelsior / outer mission) $1350
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 20:58:31 -0700
1BED ROOM APT.IN EXCELLENT LOCATION FOR RENT, CONSIST OF 1BED ROOM,LIVING ROOM,BATHROOM,LARGE KITCHEN,1CAR GARAGE AND WASHER/DRYER AVAILABLE TO USE. ACCESSABLE FOR EVERYTHING SUCH AS CONVENIENT STORES,ALL KINDS OF RESTAURANTS,PUBLIC TRANSPORTATIONS;MUNI,BART,AND SAMTRANS. CLOSE TO STONES TOWN SHOPPING MALL,5MINUTES TO SFSU AND CCSF. GREAT FOR STUDENT COMMUTERS AND PERSON LOOKING FOR QUIET,SAFE PLACE,CLEAN AND GOOD NEIGBORHOOD. IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN PLEASE CALL ME AT 415 260-2700 AND ASK ROBERT.
******Quiet end of court home for rent******** (fremont / union city / newark) $2200 3bd
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 20:56:37 -0700
2 bath in quiet court locationClean, well-maintained 3 bedroom/2 bath single family home for rent in Newark * Desirable end of court location * Quiet and friendly neighbors * Park-like environment landscaping (Large lot) - Large Master Bedroom - Generous kitchen cabinet and counter space - New Energy-efficient double-paned windows - Automatic sprinklers - 2 Car garage (22 feet deep) - Large driveway that fits up to 4 cars (park a boat, small RV, etc..) - Private 8 foot fenced sideyard and backyard with gazebo - Storage shed - Motion detector lights in front walkway - Cozy family room with gas-burning fireplace - Cathedral ceilings in living room - Washer/Dryer/Refrigerator included - 1450 sq ft / 7500 sq ft lot Great Location - Easy access to Hwy 880 and Hwy 84 - Walking distance to Music Elementary School - Less than 5 minutes to Safeway, Longs Drugs, Ranch 99, Banks, etc… Rent: $2200/mo - includes gardener Deposit: $3000 Available December 1, 2008 or earlier. One year lease required Credit report (paid by renter) and employment verification required. No smoking. Pets (negotiable) Port Anchorwood Pl at Port Sailwood
Great Lakewood neighborhood, spacious house on a peaceful hillside (walnut creek) $2600 5bd
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 20:54:01 -0700
Charming retreat like spacious home at top of Summit Rd. Tri level roomy home w/ 5 BR and 3 full BA. New freshly painted, new carpet and new window coverings. Entry level: living room w/ fireplace, kitchen and patio door. Upper level: w/ 3 BR, 2 full BA, hardwood floor. Lower level: w/ 2 BR, 1 BA, 1 extra family room w/ sliding door open to the back patio. Central heating and air conditioning, laundry room, two car garage w/ new garage door. The back w/ extensive decking is perfect for entertaining Desirable Lakewood neighborhood, close to town, shopping and freeway. Lease terms: 1 year, security deposit, rent $2,700 per month. (Security alarm system included) Pets OK with number limited. Must run credit check, income verification and referrals. For more info please call (925)939-6296
Los Altos Executive Home for Lease (los altos) $7995 4bd
Fri, 05 Sep 2008 20:53:30 -0700
Wonderful contemporary 2 years old house offers 4700 s.f of Comfort, Convenience and Beauty. Fully furnished 4BR, 4+BA plus an executive office it has a 1bdr/1bath guest/entertainment quarter with a separate entry. See the Virtual Tour: www.zaliv.org/tour   Outstandng Features: • Beautiful mahogany hardwood floors • Cherry cabinets • Oversized huge granite counters • Heated floors in bathrooms • Dumbwaiter • Whole house surround sound • Sauna and Wine Cellar • And tons of other small details which really accompany luxury life style. Los Altos Schools, quiet Street, 15 min walk to Los Altos Downtown $38.00 cash only credit/application fee per adult Renter's insurance required. In you have any questions, please call Lana 650-917-1422
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Fri, 05 Sep 2008 20:49:49 -0700
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