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Sunnyside

Sunnyside

Suburban Neighborhood in Fresno, California

Fresno County 93727
$419,047 Average Value
$234 Average Price per Sq Ft
45 Homes For Sale

A classic Fresno community

Once one of Fresno’s most happening communities, Sunnyside eventually fell beneath the shadow of heightened commercial developments in the city’s northern sections. However, it remains a reasonably priced residential community with well-sized houses and lots — some featuring backyard pools to protect from the San Joaquin Valley heat. Many Sunnyside homes are within an easy walk or drive of the nearest public schools, multiple green spaces and a historic golf course. For longer-distance excursions, locals are just a few turns from the Sequoia-Kings Canyon Freeway and other prominent roads.

Desert-style homes with backyard pools

About 54,000 Fresnans live in Sunnyside and the surrounding area. Various residential subdivisions — predominantly from the late 1900s — wind between prominent roads and avenues, patches of undeveloped farmland and modest shopping areas. “People live here because you can get up to a half-acre lot,” says Sunnyside Country Club Director of Golf Emeritus Steve Menchinella. “Even though the homes are big, they’re very reasonable.” Ranch-style and Mediterranean Revival homes dominate the area, many with stucco facades and clay roofs to complement the arid local climate. Some new builds appear throughout the community, often featuring Craftsman and Mediterranean-inspired designs. Attached housing units are available at multiple condominium and townhouse developments. These include Sunnyside Village Condominiums, where two-bedroom condos over 1,400 square feet start in the low $200,000s. Homebuyers on average will spend about $390,000 in the neighborhood, which could buy a two-bedroom midcentury modern rambler over 2,000 square feet. Prices peak at around $1.15 million for four-bedroom, 5,100-square-foot estates with private pools and nearly two acres of land.

The San Joaquin Valley's oldest golf club

Sunnyside Country Club has anchored the community since 1911, when it became home to the region’s first golf club. Through decades of growth and change, the club has kept its community-focused, unpretentious spirit intact. “Being the oldest club in the San Joaquin Valley, we have a lot of rich traditions here,” Menchinella says. “We don’t ever give you a required starting time — when you want to play golf, you play golf.” Club members can also access the clubhouse dining room and outdoor swimming pool. A few blocks west is the Fancher Creek Trail, a dirt path originally meant for equestrian use in the early to mid-1900s. It now welcomes pedestrians to walk or jog for over a mile alongside the titular waterway. Other public outdoor spots include Trolley Creek Park, which features historic Fresno landmarks like a decommissioned trolley car and a miniature water tower. Pilibos Soccer Park features four soccer pitches and two more small playgrounds.

A clay-roofed high school with career-focused learning

The Fresno Unified School District serves most Sunnyside students. Among the community’s highest-rated schools is John S. Wash Elementary, which has an A-minus from Niche and accommodates eastern Sunnyside. Kings Canyon Middle School, rated a C-plus, operates to the northeast, welcoming about 850 seventh and eighth graders. Many Sunnyside teens attend Sunnyside High School along with over 2,900 peers. Awarded a B from Niche, this high school’s Mediterranean-style building matches many of the surrounding houses. Its campus includes copious athletic facilities and houses career academies focused on fields including medicine, education and criminal science. Meanwhile, Fresno Pacific University, a private Christian institution, hosts about 3,000 students in the community’s western reaches.

From pastries to pork belly

Residents often venture north of the freeway for premier retailers and restaurants. However, several businesses offer convenient shopping and dining options in and near Sunnyside. For about three years, LA Kitchen has won locals over with award-winning Lao, Thai and Chinese cuisine. Pork belly and fried chicken are among its most popular dishes. About 1 mile west, Sunnyside Donuts serves a variety of sweet pastries and is best known for its cinnamon rolls. Shoppers can pick up day-to-day needs at big-name retailers like Walmart Supercenter, WinCo Foods and Vons. Several international supermarkets serve the community as well.

"Lots of farmers in the area"

Menchinella calls Sunnyside a “heavy agricultural area,” as locals are a quick drive from the expansive farmland that stretches beyond southeastern Fresno. “There are lots of farmers in the area — raisin-growers, orange-growers and other fruit farmers.” City workers are about an 8-mile drive from downtown, which typically takes 10 to 20 minutes. Bus stops are peppered throughout the community, especially along the centrally located Kings Canyon Road.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Fresno Yosemite International

8 min drive

Bus

SE Chestnut - Cetti

Bus

Willow Station

Bus

SE Hamilton -Unit 71

Bus

SE Peach - Mckenzie Trail

Bus

SE Kings Canyon - Stanford

Bus

1717 S Winery Nb

Bus

Chestnut - Unit 25

Sunnyside Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$435,000
Median Sale Price
$430,700
Median Single Family Sale Price
$445,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$425,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$161,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
302
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$234

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes in Neighborhood
11,060
Number of Homes for Sale
45
Median Year Built
1985
Months of Supply
1.80
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,922
On par with the national average
1,925
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,421
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,028
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
710
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,840

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Sep 13
    12 - 2pm

    5976 E Butler Ave, Fresno, CA 93727

    $910,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 3,344 Sq Ft
    • 5976 E Butler Ave
    • New 3 days ago

    On a private oasis, this exquisite 4-Bedroom, 3-Bath estate sits on 1 Acre at Prestigious Sunnyside Country Club.This beautifully updated residence blends privacy, style, and modern efficiency. Upon arrival welcomed with a private, wrought-iron electric gate with remote entry, creating an unparalleled residential experience.The estate unfolds to reveal a grand living rooman expansive main dining

    Manuel Chavez M.C. Real Estate Corp

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  • Saturday, Sep 13
    12 - 3pm

    6664 E Washington Ave, Fresno, CA 93727

    $439,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,704 Sq Ft
    • 6664 E Washington Ave
    • New 9 days ago

    Welcome to your almost-new 2024 KB Home!Built just last year, this home still feels brand new and has been thoughtfully upgraded for comfort and style. The current owners have quickly outgrown the space and are ready to move on, giving you the opportunity to make it your own. This property features low-maintenance artificial grass in the front yard, custom lighting throughout, epoxy-coated garage

    Ricardo Santos Real Broker

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  • Saturday, Sep 13
    10am - 12pm

    6164 E Church Ave, Fresno, CA 93727

    $980,000

    • 3 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,246 Sq Ft
    • 6164 E Church Ave
    • New 13 days ago

    This home has been fully renovated with a focus on quality, comfort, and modern style. Every detail has been thoughtfully upgraded, creating a move-in ready residence that feels brand new.Inside, the kitchen has been completely transformed with premium cabinetry, high-end countertops, and state-of-the-art fixtures. All cabinets were custom-fit to maximize storage and functionality, while the new

    Tricia Santy Real Broker

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Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
60,580
Median Age
33
Population Density
9 ppl/acre
Population under 18
31.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
13.1%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$68,205
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$88,673

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
78.1%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
21.5%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
7%
% Population in Labor Force
62%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
10''
Average Winter Low Temperature
40°F
Average Summer High Temperature
97°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

38 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

40 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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