Downtown Madera
Bungalows, minimal traditionals and renting opportunities
The neighborhood’s gridded streets are densely packed with bungalows and minimal traditional homes, many of which are rental properties. Some houses were built from the mid-1910s through the 1940s, and others were erected from the early 1960s to 1990. There were two waves of construction, homes built later were designed to match previous styles. Minimal traditional home prices range from $235,000 to $380,000, whereas bungalows cost between $225,000 and $330,000. “Downtown is mixed because there is some residential with an open option of commercial; that’s a plus because people can run a business out of them,” Ramos says.Local retail and dining on Yosemite Avenue and national stores nearby
Many locally owned clothing shops line Yosemite Avenue. Popular thrift stores include, Ortiz Western Wear and Rocio’s Bridal, which specializes in wedding and quinceañera dresses. Restaurants along this road range from Los Tres Reyes (Three Kings Bakery), with breads and sweet treats, to California Grill, serving American fare and pastas. Tijuana’s Bar & Grill—or “TJ’s”—has two vibes, inside is like an industrial sports bar with multiple televisions, and the outside patio is laid-back with string lights hovering over tables and a courtyard fountain. International grocers, such as El Mercado Market, are also near Yosemite Avenue. National supermarkets, such as Grocery Outlet, are about 2 miles away in shopping centers with major retailers, such as Marshalls.Many CTE pathways and schools in the Madera Unified School District
Madera Unified School District serves the area. Many residences are zoned for Sierra Vista Elementary School, which earns a C-minus grade from Niche. Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School scores a C and the C-plus-graded Madera South High School has an Agricultural department for Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses, ranging from welding to animal science.Renovated park space, a pool complex and a youth center
Green space is limited to a few blocks in Downtown Madera. In September 2024, Courthouse Park received a new nature-themed playground, outdoor fitness station and renovated walking paths. The John W. Wells Youth Center is in Centennial Park, where there is a pool complex that the public can access with a general admission fee of about $1 to $2, as well as with the purchase of a season pass for between $40 and $85, depending on age.Taking public transit and driving down Golden State Highway
Golden State Highway runs northwest and southeast through Downtown Madera, connecting it to Fresno. The Fresno Yosemite International Airport is about a 30-mile drive and provides nonstop flights to cities nationwide and Mexico. Madera Metro has various fixed routes across the city, including the purple and green lines, which overlap on Yosemite Avenue and go to shopping centers and medical offices.Surrounding areas at higher risk of wildfires
Considering the surrounding area, outskirts are at a heightened risk of potential wildfires. With a densely packed street grid, if they were to reach the Downtown Madera area, The City of Madera Fire Department has a station nearby prepared to combat them.
Written By
Lauren Melton
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Bryan Ciapessoni
Bryan Ciapessoni
Responds QuicklyIron Key Real Estate
(559) 554-2437
58 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Madera
$275,000 Price
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Kristin Price
Kristin Price
Responds QuicklyLondon Properties, Chowchilla
(559) 377-7332
116 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Madera
$115,000 Price
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Alex Salazar
Alex Salazar
Remax Gold
(559) 377-6342
526 Total Sales
14 in Downtown Madera
$85K - $1.2M Price Range
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Melissa Bowen
Melissa Bowen
Homesmart PV & Associates
(559) 272-7031
119 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Madera
$250,000 Price
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Nathan King
Nathan King
eXp Realty of California, Inc.
(559) 272-4309
387 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Madera
$230,000 Price
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Jason Fretag
Jason Fretag
Century 21 Jordan-Link & Company
(559) 306-0820
47 Total Sales
1 in Downtown Madera
$195,000 Price
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- 7th to 8th
- Public
- K to 6th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Madera County Courthouse Park
Pan-Am Park
McNally Park
Madera Sunrise Rotary Sports Complex
Madera County Courthouse Park
Centennial Park
Madera Rotary Park
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Downtown Madera | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 7 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 7 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 8 | 4 |
| Robbery | 9 | 4 |
| Burglary | 6 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 8 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 7 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Downtown Madera Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Downtown Madera, Madera sell after 186 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Downtown Madera, Madera over the last 12 months is $383,500, consistent with the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$575,000
Median Sale Price
$383,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$694,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$575,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
23
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
0%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$220
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
321
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Median Year Built
1938
Months of Supply
1.00
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,347
Significantly below the national average
1,924
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,898
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,239
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
7,405
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,832
Median Age
30
Population Density
11 ppl/acre
Population under 18
33.5%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
9.6%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$21,809
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$36,672
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
50.4%
Significantly below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
4.6%
Significantly below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
0.1%
% Population in Labor Force
64%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
11''
Average Winter Low Temperature
37°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
63
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
86
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
30
/ 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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