Brandon Bottoms
Real Broker
(559) 354-5026
47 Total Sales
1 in Friant
$355,000 Price
Friant
Suburban Neighborhood in California
Fresno County 93626
Friant represents a small, but bubbling pocket of Fresno County full of new homes and a wealth of outdoor recreation opportunities. This area borders both the San Joaquin River and the massive Millerton Lake. “The whole Friant area, around the lake, is really growing,” says local Realtor Dan Hawkins, of Hawkins Team Real Estate at Realty Concepts.
Many of the homes in this area were built in the last decade, Hawkins says. A lot of these new homes feature Mediterranean-inspired architecture and sit within suburban-style subdivisions, with sidewalk-lined blocks. These homes come with front and back lawn space, on lots of about 7,500 square feet and up. There are quite a few houses here that overlook Millerton Lake, too, Hawkins says, offering prime views.
Friant features a smattering of homes built in the mid-to-late 20th century, too, in certain sections. Many of these homes are planted either close to the San Joaquin River or by the lake. Some of the older homes by the lake sell for around $600,000 to $800,000, Hawkins says, while some of the new construction goes for $450,000 to $600,000. “People really like to come in here,” Hawkins says.
A big reason Friant is growing is because children who live here can attend schools in the Clovis Unified School District. Niche rates this system the top district in the Fresno area, with an A overall grade. CUSD has received National Blue Ribbon Schools Program distinction multiple times, for its academic excellence. While CUSD schools, like Liberty and Valley Oak elementaries, Kastner Intermediate and Clovis West High, stand several miles south of Friant, the school buses service kids in Friant, Hawkins says. Each of these schools boast A Niche ratings of their own. CUSD’s elementary schools offer interscholastic sports teams that compete against other local elementaries. Kastner Intermediate offers electives in disciplines like yearbook/journalism and choral music, and Clovis West High offers a full visual arts program including photography and ceramics.
Millerton Lake is a close-by spot for water fun in Friant. This manmade expanse stretches 4,900 acres and features a whopping 40 miles of shoreline. You can dip in for a swim here, or go boating. This is a fishing spot, too, for trout, bass and catfish. A series of trails cut through the land around the lake, as well, apt for hikes. In the winter months you can go on a boat tour here to view the bald eagles that call the area home.
Another well-liked spot for time outdoors here is Lost Lake Recreation Area, a more than 320-acre expanse by the San Joaquin River. “That’s a really popular place for fishing and swimming and rafting,” Hawkins says. This area includes the 38-acre Lost Lake, too. There are also hiking trails to explore here, playgrounds and volleyball courts.
The Lost Lake area is just slightly down the road from the Friant Interactive Nature Site, a spot that encompasses the San Joaquin Trout and Salmon Hatcheries plus a pair of trails: Small Fry and Parkway.
Grab food after some time outdoors at The Beach Club, nearby, whose specialty is barbecue burgers and brews. The Beach Club offers an airy and spacious patio to enjoy on a nice day. Patrons enjoy the tri tip sandwiches here, as well as the fish tacos. Kilakabob is another option in the vicinity, for kabob plates.
Friant is an emerging trend, and it’s not hard to see why. From the standout schools to the new homes and nearby amenities, this small area packs a big punch.
Written By
Wayne Epps Jr.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Brandon Bottoms
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Nathan King
Nathan King
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
(559) 272-4309
395 Total Sales
1 in Friant
$255,000 Price
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Jeri Kuddes
Jeri Kuddes
Realty Concepts - Prather
(559) 540-8380
243 Total Sales
2 in Friant
$255K - $510K Price Range
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Alex Salazar
Alex Salazar
Remax Gold
525 Total Sales
1 in Friant
$1,915,000 Price
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Erika Luke
Erika Luke
RE/MAX Gold - Clovis
(559) 478-2592
202 Total Sales
1 in Friant
$249,500 Price
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Cynthia Reinke
Cynthia Reinke
Responds QuicklyLondon Properties-Clovis
(559) 354-4970
70 Total Sales
1 in Friant
$150,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- K to 8th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Friant Cove
- Fishing
- Picnic Area
- River
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Friant | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 1 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 1 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 1 | 4 |
| Robbery | 1 | 4 |
| Burglary | 1 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 1 | 4 |
| Larceny | 1 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 1 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Friant, CA sell after 82 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Friant, CA over the last 12 months is $442,083, up 30% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Home Trends
Median Price (12 Mo)
$392,500
Median Single Family Price
$390,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$250
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
6
Months of Supply
4.00
Median List Price
$392,500
Median Discount From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
11%
Home Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
68
Median Year Built
1981
Avg. Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,613
Below the national average
1,936
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
296
Median Age
48
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
19.6%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
25.3%
Above the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$133,928
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$157,379
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
94.5%
College Graduates
47.9%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
15.7%
% Population in Labor Force
58.8%
Below the national average
65.1%
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®
35
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
20
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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