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What makes Parklawn a convenient place to live
Between Downtown Modesto and Ceres, Parklawn is a vibrant neighborhood surrounded by authentic Mexican restaurants, community markets and Latino culture. The neighborhood is well-located near California Route 99, offering quick access to multiple employment hubs and town centers. With mature trees, stucco homes and a neighborhood park within walking distance, live in Parklawn to experience a convenient, tight-knit community close to the city's heart.
Home styles and demographics in Parklawn
Parklawn features two-to four-bedroom homes on fenced-in lots. The architectural styles mainly include stucco, Craftsman and ranch-style homes with Spanish and Mediterranean elements. Prices range from the mid $200,000s to the upper $300,000s. Home values have risen dramatically, and most listings are gone within a month. The median home size is about 990 square feet, and the majority of Parklawn residents rent their homes. The median age of residents is approximately 33 years old, with many families residing here. The neighborhood's median home price has risen significantly in recent months, indicating a good investment for current homeowners. "Many homes are in the process of being updated, and it's definitely turning the corner in terms of price," says Noel Lopez, Modesto area local and broker at Nolo Real Estate and Mortgage Services. "I sold a home to some first-time buyers there for around $400,000. Before, people were not looking for that price range in Parklawn, so it is definitely taking a turn."
Most homes in Parklawn have ranch-style architecture.
Cottages are aligned with fenced-in lawns.
There is usually a colorful garden behind the fence.
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Public and private school options for Parklawn students
If you’re part of a family, you can send your kids to schools in the Ceres Unified School District, which offers strong dual-language and leadership programs. The district provides in-district and cross-district transfers, which enable students to attend another Ceres school or one outside the district, pending approval and subject to capacity constraints. Students attend Westport Elementary, Blaker-Kinser Junior High and the highly rated Central Valley High School. The neighborhood is also close to Central Valley Christian Academy, a highly rated private school serving kindergarten through 12th grade.
Where to find authentic Mexican food and more on Hatch Road
The area's population is predominantly Latino, which is a significant aspect of the neighborhood's culture and commercial districts. "It has a very vibrant community," Lopez says. "There is a lot of shopping in the area. They're building new commercial infrastructure here, with new restaurants right off the freeway." Parklawn also offers locally owned restaurants, supermarkets and parks along Hatch Road.
Try the birria soup and micheladas at Jose's Mexican Restaurant.
Enjoy one of the area's many authentic food trucks.
Pick up groceries at Cost Less Food Company or Grocery Outlet.
Order burgers, milkshakes and breakfast at the Hot Rod Diner, which has a 1950s theme.
Downtown Modesto features nightlife, restaurants and retail
Parklawn has many food trucks, like Pupuseria y Taqueria Elizabeth.
Tacos are cheap, delicious and easy to find.
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Get to weekend flea markets and family friendly parks
On the weekends, you can shop at pop-up boutiques at the El Rematito Flea Market, open from Friday to Sunday. Shop for clothes, pick up fresh produce or try stuffed churros. "The El Rematito Flea Market is a big deal over there. It is a cultural aspect of the area," Lopez says. "There are stores with Hispanic Heritage all around Crow's Landing Road and more Americanized stores on Hatch Road." You can easily walk to Parklawn Park, a community green space that offers a playground, picnic shelter, and outdoor basketball court. Also in the area, Mancini Park has a softball diamond and two full-size soccer fields.
Hatch Road has multiple StanRTA bus stops.
Public transit and highways make commuting simple
A variety of local highways make Parklawn easily navigable. Downtown Modesto is approximately 3 miles north of Parklawn, a 7-minute drive on CA-99. With a more hometown feel, Downtown Ceres features coffee shops, bars and restaurants, approximately 9 minutes south of Parklawn. The StanRTA bus system makes stops along Hatch Road. If you work in healthcare or have long-term health issues, you may be farther from the nearest emergency room, which is Doctors Medical Center in Central Modesto. In Stockton, roughly 35 minutes north on CA-99, the Stockton Metropolitan Airport offers direct passenger flights to U.S. cities, including Las Vegas and Phoenix.
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Crime and Safety
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Parklawn
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Homicide
4
4
Sexual Assault
7
4
Assault with Weapon
7
4
Robbery
7
4
Burglary
5
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
5
4
Larceny
8
4
Crime Score
6
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Parklawn Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Parklawn, Modesto sell after 31 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Parklawn, Modesto over the last 12 months is $355,000, up 42% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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