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A small town with a farming legacy in the Central Valley
Known among locals as “Country living at its best,” Hilmar-Irwin lives up to the nickname, with farms surrounding the whole community. Almond orchards and lush fields thrive in this Central Valley area, home to about 6,000 residents. “It’s a small town and a great place to live. It's agricultural with farmers and close to Turlock, a place that has a lot to offer to these small little communities,” says Realtor Martin Villanueva, who works with Realty Executives of Merced and has about two decades of experience in the area.
Hilmar-Irwin is a quiet community in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley.
Hilmar-Irwin is a small but growing community just outside Turlock.
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Dairy farms and the Hilmar Cheese Company
During the early 1900s, many dairy farms took root in Hilmar-Irwin, and the industry remains strong to this day. Founded in 1984 by 12 dairy families, the Hilmar Cheese Company is the community’s best-known attraction and farm. People can visit to learn about cows, the production of cheese and. there’s an ice cream making tour on Saturdays. The farm also has a deli that specializes in grilled cheese, as well as a cheese and wine shop.
The Hilmar Cheese Company is a popular tourist destination in the Hilmar-Irwin area.
Hilmar-Irwin is a small community centered around agriculture and cheese making.
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Retail on Lander Avenue
Lander Avenue, centrally located and the community's main thoroughfare, is the largest shopping area in town. There are fast-food spots along Lander, but there are some local restaurants too, like Hot Rod Diner. This casual breakfast joint has some fun touches like dozens of license plates decorating the walls and retro bar stools with flame designs. Portuguese businesses in the area reflect the large Portuguese population. The Hilmar Portuguese Bakery is a family-owned business that sells Portuguese sweet bread and cookies, and the Portuguese Fish Market is attached to the bakery. For the closest grocery store, residents can go to Family Market, located in the southern part of the town.
The Hilmar Portuguese Bakery is a popular place for fresh baked treats in Hilmar-Irwin.
Hot Rod Diner is a local favorite for breakfast and lunch in the Hilmar-Irwin area.
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Historic, midcentury and new construction homes in Hilmar-Irwin
Lander Avenue divides the town into eastern and western halves. On the east side, there are a handful of grid-style blocks featuring historic homes from the 1920s. These include Craftsman bungalows ranging from $300,000 to $400,000. From there, the town expands with subdivisions of midcentury homes, predominantly ranch-style houses that are priced from $400,000 to $500,000. Hilmar-Irwin has also grown recently, with subdivisions of new construction on its north side. Many of these have Mediterranean accents like tiled roofs and stucco exteriors. These range from $600,000 to $800,000. Most of the houses have yards large enough for garden beds or a backyard pool. Newer houses often have attached garages and driveways, but some of the historic homes have detached garages instead.
Grassy front lawns are a common feature of homes in the Hilmar-Irwin area.
There are several areas of new home development on the edges of Hilmar-Irwin.
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Hilmar Unified School District
Elim Elementary School has a B rating on Niche, while Hilmar Middle School has a B-minus. Hilmar High School has a B-plus and seven career pathways, including arts, media and entertainment as well as agriculture and natural resources. It also teaches Portuguese as a language and offers a Portuguese club. The closest higher education options are California State University, Stanislaus, north in Turlock, as well as Modesto Junior College and Merced College.
Hilmar Middle School serves grades 6-8 in Hilmar-Irwin.
Hilmar High School serves grades 9-12 in Hilmar-Irwin.
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The community pool, Hagaman Park and more recreation
At Hilmar-Irwin's centrally located community pool, residents can go swimming and then eat lunch at shaded picnic tables in a park area. Hagaman Park, only 3 miles away in Livingston, offers a playground with a swing set, picnic tables and a swimming beach on the Merced River. About 10 miles south of Hilmar-Irwin, Great Valley Grasslands State Park features a boat launch and walking trails in the largest connecting wetlands in the state of California. Many visitors fish and swim in the San Joaquin River, which runs through the state park.
Enjoy a quiet evening by the Merced River at Hagaman Park near Hilmar-Irwin.
Have an afternoon picnic at the Community Pool Park in Hilmar-Irwin.
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Events at Irwin Acres and the Hilmar-Irwin Library
In October, Irwin Acres has a pumpkin patch, complete with a mini haunted house and a corn maze. It also features tractor rides and pony rides. The Hilmar-Irwin Public Library, located right next to the community pool, regularly hosts Lego activities and story times. Private events can be booked at Hilmar Grange Hall, where people can celebrate weddings, family reunions and quinceañeras in a venue large enough for over 400 people.
Hilmar-Irwin commutes and more logistics
Hilmar-Irwin is a car-dependent community. It’s about 25 miles northwest of downtown Merced via state Route 99. This highway can also take locals to Modesto and Fresno. Hilmar-Irwin is also 5 miles south of Turlock, which is a bigger town with a Main Street-style business district and more entertainment. Those who practice can visit the Holy Rosary Catholic Church, located in the northern part of Hilmar-Irwin, and there are more churches throughout the community. The closest hospital is the Emanuel Medical Center in Turlock, about 10 miles north of the community. The closest airport is the Gustine Municipal Airport, located 15 miles away, while the closest major airport is Fresno Yosemite International Airport. It’s about 80 miles away.
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On average, homes in Hilmar-Irwin, Hilmar sell after 57 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Hilmar-Irwin, Hilmar over the last 12 months is $512,500, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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