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Crows Landing runs through Bret Harte.
Why Bret Harte is a hub for authentic eats, markets and community
One of the most culturally vibrant neighborhoods in Modesto, Bret Harte is known as a center for Latin American restaurants, shops and businesses on Crow’s Landing Road. You can explore the El Rematito Flea Market, try authentic food trucks and reach community parks all within five minutes of Bret Harte. With a swift downtown commute, this entry-level neighborhood offers a mix of older homes close to the almond orchards and much more.
Why first-time buyers and families choose Bret Harte
Bret Harte has New Traditional, Craftsman and ranch-style homes from the 20th century. Houses rest on low-lying, fenced-in lots with towering palm trees. The architecture includes Spanish features, such as stucco exteriors and arched entryways. Home prices range from the lower $200,000s to the lower $400,000s. Prices are lower than in most Modesto neighborhoods and much of California. The average home size is about 1,000 square feet, and homes typically sell within 2 months of being listed. "It has entry-level homes with proximity to Highway 99 and Crow's Landing Road," says Ben Bazar, a real estate agent at Re/Max Executive in Turlock. "The lots are typically larger than new construction lots. They may be older houses, but you can get an 8,000-square-foot lot, no problem."
Bret Harte is a diverse neighborhood with a high Latino population. According to U.S. Census data, more than 80% of residents identify as Hispanic or Latino. The median age of residents is 31. The neighborhood typically attracts first-time homebuyers and families. "My parents came here because they wanted to slow life down, buy a home and accomplish the American dream," says Daniel Del Real, agent on the Del Real Team at PMZ Commercial. "First-generation Americans come from the Bay Area and find their culture in Bret Harte."
The city plans to update the neighborhood's infrastructure with sidewalk and drainage improvements that could increase property values between Las Vegas Street and Eureka Street. "There are a lot of older homes and some county pockets, which may not have gutters or sidewalks," Bazar says. "It gets a little newer on Whitmore Avenue out toward the countryside."
There is a variety of homes and tree-lined streets.
Bret Harte features Craftsman-style homes in cul-de-sacs.
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Career pathways at public schools
Families in the Modesto City Elementary and High School districts can request open enrollment within the district or seek out-of-district transfers, with approvals based on available seats and board policy. Students can attend Bret Harte Elementary and Evelyn Hanshaw Middle School. Ninth graders head to the highly rated Thomas Downey High School in Northeast Modesto, which offers career pathways in subjects such as agriculture, construction and professional sales.
Thomas Downey High School serves students in Northeast Modesto.
Evelyn Hanshaw Middle School is a public school option.
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Where to find authentic Mexican food, taco trucks and groceries
In Bret Harte, you may stumble upon some of the best Mexican food in the Central Valley. "Crow's Landing Road is right there, and the area has a vibrant culture. There are tons of restaurants, taco trucks and shops," Bazar says. One popular food truck is Las Morenas Taqueria, which serves burritos with handmade tortillas. If you prefer to eat indoors or on a patio, try El Pollo Feliz, known for its chalupas and street tacos. You can pick up groceries at Cost Less Food Company or Cardenas Market, a Latino grocery store. A local tradition since 1989, the El Rematito Flea Market is a year-round weekend bazaar featuring live music and hundreds of street vendors selling clothes, fresh produce and food.
Cardenas Markets has fresh produce from nearby farms.
Welcome to the El Rematito Flea Market.
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The Stanislaus River flows alongside Bret Harte.
Find outdoor fun at family friendly green spaces
Bret Harte has numerous community green spaces you can visit for a family picnic or to get some exercise in the California sun, including:
Walking the trail, the playground and basketball at Rancho Encantado Park, which is close to many neighborhood houses
Joining league tournaments at the Modesto Indoor Soccer Complex or reserving a field for a pick-up game.
Playing a round of golf at the St. Stanislaus Golf Course, which has nine holes on a par-3 layout, open to the public.
Commuting to Downtown Modesto and the Stockton airport
While some areas lack sidewalks, the neighborhood typically has a reputation for being walkable and bike-friendly, making it easy to get to a local convenience store or neighborhood park without a car. The StanRTA bus has accessible stops in Bret Harte, including multiple along Hatch Road. Many residents work in agriculture, food and wine processing or healthcare, all major industries in Stanislaus County. Downtown Modesto is about 3 miles north, which is a 7-minute drive on U.S. Highway 99, the area's main thoroughfare to industry hubs. Doctors Medical Center has an emergency room around 15 minutes away. About 30 minutes north in Stockton, the Stockton Metropolitan Airport provides passenger flights to other U.S. cities.
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Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Bret Harte
US
Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
5
4
Assault with Weapon
5
4
Robbery
5
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
6
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Bret Harte Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Bret Harte, Modesto sell after 72 days on the market compared to the national average of 54 days. The median sale price for homes in Bret Harte, Modesto over the last 12 months is $355,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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