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Multiple schools, convenient amenities and affordability define Parkwood
Parkwood, a small midcentury development on the south side of Madera, has much to recommend beneath the surface. “For some Maderans, Parkwood does not have a positive connotation,” says Realtor Alex Salazar, Team Leader and Associate with RE/Max Gold, who has over 20 years of experience in the area. “However, the nice thing about it is that there are six schools that serve the immediate area. It’s also very convenient. It’s 5 minutes to the freeway, into town, or to the hospital. It’s not far from Fresno, and even though the homes are older, they’re priced well.” This convenience helps to make Parkwood worth a look for prospective Central Valley homebuyers.
Large vineyards and orchards surround the Parkwood area offering a buffer from the busier streets of Madera.
Mature shade trees line the streets of Parkwood.
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Cottages, ranch-style homes and Modern Traditional builds populate Parkwood
Housing stock in Parkwood reflects the post-war sensibilities of Madera’s working class at the time of construction. “Most homes there were built in the 1950s and 1960s, although construction continued into the early 2000s,” Salazar says. “The style isn’t midcentury modern. What you’ll find mostly are entry-level houses that are generally affordable and have good-sized yards.” Single-story Craftsman cottages are common, as are sprawling stucco-sided ranch-style homes. Two-story Modern Traditional builds can also be found. Homes on the outskirts of the neighborhood often look out onto large swaths of farmland, while those closer to the checkerboard suburban streets tend to have fenced-in yards large enough to accommodate in-ground swimming pools. Prices range from $240,000 to almost $580,000, depending on lot size, number of bedrooms and build year.
Craftsman inspired homes are among the style choices of newly built homes in Parkwood.
Ranch style homes featuring upgrades like solar panels are common in Parkwood.
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Duane E. Furman High offers independent study to all students
Parkwood children are zoned to attend Parkwood Elementary School, rated C by Niche and located at the east end of the neighborhood. They then proceed to Martin Luther King Jr. Middle, which also earns a C. The closest public high school, Madera South High, scores a C-plus. Alternatives include Duane E. Furman High, which receives a B-plus and offers an independent study program to students from kindergarten through grade 12.
Parkwood Elementary School serves grades K-6 in Madera.
Martin Luther King Jr. Middle School serves grades 7-8 in Madera.
Madera South High School serves grades 9-12 in Madera and receives C-plus from Niche.
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Connected to Madera and Fresno by Route 99
California state Route 99 frames the eastern boundary of the neighborhood and serves as the area’s major artery, connecting the community north to the center of Madera and south to Fresno. “Fresno is not far at all,” Salazar says. “In bad traffic it’s only about half an hour, but most of the time you can make it from the hospital exit into the city in about 15 minutes.”
Local taquerias and grocery stores throughout Madera
Discount groceries are available within the neighborhood at the DG Market on Madera Avenue, and the closest supermarket is the Save Mart on Howard Road. Residents can also pick up daily household necessities here or head to the nearest Walmart on the north end of the city. Local restaurant Tacos Guanajuato on Pecan Avenue offers traditional Central Mexican cuisine. Many other taquerias populate the downtown area, and neighbors can also make the trip to nearby Fresno for more extensive options.
Dollar General Market offers food and a variety of household supplies close to Parkwood.
There are a variety of Mexican restaurants and shops in the Parkwood area.
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Community parks provide playgrounds for neighborhood children
Parkwood Park on the south side of the neighborhood offers a small playground for children and a baseball diamond for rec league and pickup games. Almond Park also offers a playground and a small, shaded picnic shelter. Golfers can head north of the city to the Madera Municipal Golf Course or can head to the driving range at Bluff Pointe in Fresno.
Kids enjoy the playground at Parkwood Park in Madera.
The Madera Municipal Golf Course is a great place to practice your swing not far from Parkwood.
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Pecan Avenue And Stadium Drive (Madera High School)
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Stadium Road And Avenue 13 (Southbound)
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Assault with Weapon
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Burglary
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Parkwood Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Parkwood, Madera sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Parkwood, Madera over the last 12 months is $360,000, down 6% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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