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A Merced neighborhood with growing retail and convenience to highways
There are over 10 motels and hotels that cater towards Yosemite National Park tourists in Southeast Merced. “The hotels are the highlight, and there are a few restaurants that are getting more people to frequent the area. It’s getting better,” says Realtor Norma Lopez, who works with Keller Williams Property Team and has over a decade of experience in the area. The neighborhood is conveniently situated on state Route 99 and the Central Yosemite Highway, which goes to the famous national park. The tourism doesn't add too much rush hour traffic to the neighborhood, but there are travelers at the area's increasing dining options. The new Gateway Marketplace is a growing retail center with fast food options aimed towards tourists that residents can also enjoy.
Many areas of Southeast Merced feature tree lined streets.
There is a large water tower that welcomes visitors to Southeast Merced.
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Retail in Central Plaza, Gateway Marketplace and more
There’s plenty of retail and restaurants on centrally located East Childs Avenue, including Scotts Diner. The local eatery serves breakfast and comfort food in a classic diner interior, with cushy booths and barstools. At Century Plaza, a strip mall on the northern edge of Southeast Merced, residents can go to Mariscos El Nacho. The casual, beach-themed restaurant is known for its Hispanic seafood dishes like ceviche and shellfish stew. Rancho San Miguel Markets is the neighborhood’s grocery store, located in the northern part of the neighborhood. On the southern side, the Gateway Marketplace is a new strip mall with fast-food options like Chipotle and Starbucks.
Scotts Diner is a popular spot for breakfast in Southeast Merced.
Carnitas Michoacan is a local favorite for Mexican food in Southeast Merced.
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Ranch-style homes, manufactured homes and newer four-bedrooms in Southeast Merced
Southeast of downtown Merced, the neighborhood is mostly residential. Its western side is mainly composed of midcentury ranch-style homes, which range from $300,000 to $400,000. In the southern part of the neighborhood, there’s a manufactured home community called Merced Estates, and homes here range from $50,000 to $150,000. The western side has a couple of newer subdivisions featuring homes from the 2000s, which often have Mediterranean architectural details like stucco walls and archways. A newer four-bedroom home can start from $400,000 and go up to $500,000. Most of the yards in the neighborhood are large enough for garden beds, which tend to have drought-resistant plants like agave and succulents. Meanwhile, the outskirts of Southeast Merced offer multiacre agricultural lots. Bordered by two highways, there is air quality risk throughout the neighborhood.
Newer homes with Mediterranean styling can be found in Southeast Merced.
Homes in Southeast Merced often feature solar panels.
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Joe Herb Park and more outdoor recreation
In the northern part of Southeast Merced, Joe Herb Park is a popular spot for Little League games, since its ballfield has shaded stands for parents and fans. The park also includes a playground and a reservable picnic pavilion. In Dwight Amey Neighborhood Park, located by the eastern side of Southeast Merced, residents can stroll along paved paths or eat at picnic tables. The park also has soccer fields and a playground. A couple of miles west of the neighborhood, Flanagan Park is popular for parties thanks to its picnic pavilion and public grills. Yosemite National Park is about 70 miles east.
Kids enjoy the playground at Dwight Amey Neighborhood Park in Merced.
Enjoy a picnic in the shade at Joe Herb Park in Merced.
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Merced Fruit Barn and Vista Ranch Farming Area
Located 3 miles east of Southeast Merced, Merced Fruit Barn is one of the city’s more rural attractions. It has a gift shop and fresh produce for sale, plus a small backyard zoo with emus, tortoises and more animals. Located 5 miles east of the neighborhood, Vista Ranch Farming Area offers a tasting room and outdoor picnic tables. The winery’s events include a pumpkin patch in October and a monthly paint and sip. There’s also an event center that locals can book in advance for private events.
The Merced Fruit Barn is a popular place to stop off for fresh fruit in Southeast Merced.
Take the family to visit the farm animals at Merced Fruit Barn in Southeast Merced.
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Education in the Merced City School District
The public schools for Southeast Merced depend on where students live in the neighborhood. Pioneer Elementary School has a B-minus rating on Niche. Herbert Hoover Middle School has a C-plus, while Golden Valley High School has a B. The high school offers course pathways that focus on potential careers, including film/TV production and digital arts. The University of California Merced and Merced College are both nearby.
Herbert Hoover Middle School serves grades 7-8 in Merced.
There is a football stadium at Golden Valley High School in Merced.
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A 2-mile commute to downtown Merced and more transportation
The neighborhood is 2 miles east of downtown Merced, so commuting downtown is easy. Fresno is about 60 miles away via state Route 99. The Bus, Merced’s transit system, has multiple stops along the Central Yosemite Highway. Those who practice can go to United Methodist Church of Merced or a couple of other houses of worship in the neighborhood. For medical services, locals can visit Golden Valley Health Centers - Urgent Care, located 3 miles away. Southeast Merced is 5 miles east of the Merced Regional Airport. Fresno Yosemite International Airport is the closest international airport.
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Parks in this Area
Joe Herb Park
Court House Square Park
McNamara Park
Flanagan Park
Bob Hart Square
Burbank Park
Ada Givens Park
Dwight Amey Neighborhood Park
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Southeast Merced
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
6
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
6
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
7
4
Larceny
5
4
Crime Score
5
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Southeast Merced, Merced sell after 30 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in Southeast Merced, Merced over the last 12 months is $353,481, up 16% from the average home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Maria DelgadoRealty Executives Of Northern California
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Raquel Zambrana-RamirezCentury 21 Real Estate Alliance
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
7,405
Median Age
30
Population Density
3 ppl/acre
Population under 18
34.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$37,465
Significantly below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$52,413
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
74.3%
Below the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
9.2%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
2.2%
% Population in Labor Force
58.2%
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
43/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
47/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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