Why Live in Downtown Delano
Downtown Delano is characterized by its predominantly rental housing, with many small bungalows that often include multifamily additions or detached structures. Homes are closely spaced, typically separated by fencing, and most feature carports. Memorial Park is a central recreational area, featuring the Delano Public Golf Course, a playground, and athletic fields. The Delano Aquatic Center and Cezar Chavez Spray Park are popular summer spots, while the Ellington Community Center offers sports and picnic facilities. Dining options include Jenny’s Café for Mexican cuisine, Mariscos Las Islitas for seafood, and various fast-food chains like McDonald’s and Jollibee. Grocery shopping is convenient with Vallarta Supermarket and La Barata Market nearby. Annual events such as the Cinco De Mayo festival, Philippine Weekend, and Delano Harvest Holidays take place in Memorial Park, offering music, dance, and cultural food. The neighborhood is accessible via California State Route 99 and Delano Area Rapid Transit buses, with Fresno Yosemite International Airport 82 miles away. The Delano Joint Union High School District and Robert F. Kennedy High School are highly rated, providing quality education. For higher education, Bakersfield College – Delano Campus is 2 miles away. The area has a crime rate comparable to the national average.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Downtown Delano a good place to live?
Downtown Delano is a good place to live. Downtown Delano is considered fairly walkable and bikeable. Downtown Delano has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 8.4 people per acre and a median age of 33. The average household income is $44,853 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 2.9% of residents. A majority of residents in Downtown Delano are renters, with 75.6% of residents renting and 24.4% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Downtown Delano can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Downtown Delano neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Downtown Delano?
The median home price in Downtown Delano is $279,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $56,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.35%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,390 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $60K a year to afford the median home price in Downtown Delano. The average household income in Downtown Delano is $45K.
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Home Trends in Downtown Delano, CA
On average, homes in Downtown Delano, Delano sell after 51 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Delano, Delano over the last 12 months is $225,000, up 41% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$225,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$259,950
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$267,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$266
Number of Homes for Sale
4
Last 12 months Home Sales
7
Median List Price
$279,900
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
41%