Van Ness Extension
Suburban Neighborhood in Fresno, California
Fresno County 93711
Well-maintained properties on Van Ness Boulevard
Development in Van Ness Extension first began in the 1960s, then continued into the early 2000s. North Van Ness Boulevard is the neighborhood’s main thoroughfare, lined with wide sidewalks and large custom-built estates of 3,000 to 8,500 square feet. Architectural styles vary widely, including Spanish Revival, Tudor Revival and Modernist, and homes are separated by carefully trimmed shrubbery. The neighborhood’s north side has gated communities like Lake Van Ness and San Joaquin Country Club; at the latter, residents drive their own golf carts to get around, even on the 18-hole golf course. Prices for large estates on Van Ness Boulevard and in nearby gated communities typically range from $1 million to $2 million, depending on their size and private amenities like swimming pools. Some homes with more than 5,000 square feet can sell for $2 million to $3.8 million, depending on their views and special features like swimming pools. South of Herndon Avenue, the rest of the neighborhood has more modest single-family homes and condos: 1,000 to 2,000-square-foot versions range from $200,000 to $600,000, while 3,000 to 4,000-square-foot homes range from $600,000 to $1 million.
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Visiting the ducks at Oso de Oro Park
Oso de Oro Park, the neighborhood's main gathering place, was originally designed to be accessible for disabled children. Paved pathways slope gently across grassy fields, leading to a fenced-in pond, a natural habitat for ducks and other waterfowl. Kids may squeal with delight from one of two waterside observation points, watching the birds float and quack on the water. There’s also a large play area at the park’s entrance with interactive educational displays about the history of Fresno. Some gated communities offer private outdoor amenities like pools and tennis courts; the private San Joaquin Country Club is one of the biggest draws to the area, centered on an 18-hole golf course overlooking the bluffs of its namesake river. The Lake Van Ness gated community is built around a manmade lake of the same name, and most properties have waterfront access for fishing and paddle boating. Fresno’s year-round sunny weather gives way to heat waves in the summer, and air quality is generally poor throughout the city due to surrounding agricultural development.
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Proximity to private schools and Fresno Unified School District
Most students attend Fresno Unified District schools like Malloch Elementary, which earns a B-plus from Niche, and transition to the B-minus-graded Tenaya Middle. A few miles away, Bullard High earns a B and features pathways for biomedicine, business marketing and technology, and law and social justice. Many northern Van Ness Extension residents opt for private schools, including St. Anthony’s and Fairmont Private School of Fresno, which are within a mile of the neighborhood.
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Close to Highways 41 and 99
Major thoroughfares like West Shaw Avenue and North Van Ness Boulevard run through the neighborhood. Highways 41 and 99 are less than a mile away, both running about 10 miles south to downtown Fresno. Fresno Area Express (FAX) bus stops line Northwest and West Barstow avenues. Bike lanes are found along most major roadways, though they’re not always commonly used in this part of town as residents prefer to travel by car, especially during Fresno’s hot summers. Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center is less than 5 miles away, while Fresno Yosemite International Airport is about 10 miles away.Shopping centers along North West Avenue
A few small shopping centers are dotted around the neighborhood’s edges. At the corner of Bullard and North West Avenues, there’s a cluster of boutiques, small shops and restaurants, some separated by large water fountains and patio seating. Here, Max’s Bar & Bistro is one of the area's most popular restaurants, with a seasonal menu that uses local ingredients, and a dimly lit dining room hung with modern art. On Shaw Avenue, The Annex Kitchen is another upscale favorite, offering wood-fired pizzas and other Italian fare; also here are an array of chain eateries and big-box retailers like Target and Costco. The Market is a locally owned grocery store that sources its produce from area farmers. “People in Fresno like local,” says Jared Martin, a Fresno resident and real estate broker with Keller Williams Realty. “It’s probably more expensive than Save Mart or Vons, but people like to support The Market because it’s local.”
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Ken Neufeld
Ken Neufeld
London Properties, Ltd.
(559) 354-0281
154 Total Sales
5 in Van Ness Extension
$345K - $950K Price Range
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Jeri Kuddes
Jeri Kuddes
Realty Concepts - Prather
(559) 540-8380
241 Total Sales
2 in Van Ness Extension
$540K - $545K Price Range
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Jason Fretag
Jason Fretag
Century 21 Jordan-Link & Company
(559) 306-0820
45 Total Sales
1 in Van Ness Extension
$525,000 Price
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Isabel Alvarado
Isabel Alvarado
Realty Concepts, Ltd. - Clovis
(559) 540-8984
44 Total Sales
1 in Van Ness Extension
$663,000 Price
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Kristin Price
Kristin Price
London Properties, Chowchilla
(559) 377-7332
114 Total Sales
2 in Van Ness Extension
$415K - $495K Price Range
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Alex Salazar
Alex Salazar
Remax Gold
527 Total Sales
1 in Van Ness Extension
$465,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Logan Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Picnic Area
Oso de Oro Park
- Basketball
- Lake
- Picnic Area
Holman Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Playground
Lion's Den Skate Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Skateboard
- Tennis
Orchid Park
- Grills
- Picnic Area
- Tennis
Tenaya Park
- Playground
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Van Ness Extension | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 2 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 2 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 2 | 4 |
| Robbery | 2 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 3 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Van Ness Extension Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Van Ness Extension, Fresno sell after 50 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Van Ness Extension, Fresno over the last 12 months is $570,000, up 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$600,000
Median Sale Price
$570,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$737,450
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$677,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$360,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
148
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
6%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$272
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
2,869
Number of Homes for Sale
30
Median Year Built
1978
Months of Supply
2.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
3,106
Significantly above the national average
1,936
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
3,151
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,405
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,065
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
14,374
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 712 - 3pm
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Saturday, Jun 71 - 4pm
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Sunday, Jun 81 - 4pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,715 - $1,995 per month
- Westwood Bluffs--A 55+ Community
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 895+ Sq Ft
- 7047 N West Ave
- Fresno, CA
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
8,541
Median Age
53
Population Density
4 ppl/acre
Population under 18
18.8%
Below the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
34.8%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$125,104
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$149,711
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
96.9%
College Graduates
59.3%
Significantly above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
28.4%
Above the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
56.1%
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®
34
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
21
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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