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Howard

Howard

$454,344 Average Value
$299 Average Price per Sq Ft
9 Homes For Sale

A low-key neighborhood with a lot to offer

Howard is a mostly residential neighborhood in central Riverbank. The community offers easy access to both retail and outdoor areas, as well as a relatively short and straightforward commute to north Modesto. “It’s perfect if you’re working in Modesto but want to live somewhere with more of a small-town feel,” says local real estate agent Kris Losole of The West Experience Real Estate Group - PMZ. “It really offers the best of both worlds.” The neighborhood is home to parks, shopping and restaurants, allowing residents to enjoy a very convenient living experience.

Howard is a mostly residential neighborhood featuring quiet streets, established homes, and a calm suburban atmosphere.
Howard is a mostly residential neighborhood featuring quiet streets, established homes, and a calm suburban atmosphere.
Families enjoy playful moments at neighborhood parks in Howard, where green spaces and community life create a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
Families enjoy playful moments at neighborhood parks in Howard, where green spaces and community life create a warm, welcoming atmosphere.
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Midcentury and contemporary homes

Howard’s housing stock is a mix of midcentury ranch-style homes and two-story new traditional builds, along with a collection of manufactured homes at the Quail Meadows development. Most homes sit on modest lots along carefully gridded streets and feature small and easily-maintained front and back yards. Ranch-style homes in the neighborhood usually go for between $240,000 and $460,000, while more recently built properties sell for between $430,000 and $560,000. Manufactured homes typically sell for between $105,000 and $175,000. The neighborhood is bordered to the east by the local railyard as well as a few local manufacturing firms, which can create noise issues for nearby homes.

Solar-equipped contemporary ranch home in Howard, Riverbank features a wide driveway, tidy landscaping, and a bright, energy-efficient exterior design.
Solar-equipped contemporary ranch home in Howard, Riverbank features a wide driveway, tidy landscaping, and a bright, energy-efficient exterior design.
Manufactured ranch-style homes in Howard, Riverbank offers a cozy front porch, tidy landscaping, and a peaceful, community-oriented setting.
Manufactured ranch-style homes in Howard, Riverbank offers a cozy front porch, tidy landscaping, and a peaceful, community-oriented setting.
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Shops to the north and a major mall to the south

Patterson Road, one of Riverbank’s commercial corridors, runs along Howard’s north side. It’s home to the Cost Less Food Company Grocery Store, the Galaxy Theatres Riverbank IMAX, and a slew of cafes and restaurants. The area is home to a number of highly rated Mexican eateries, as well as the popular Chinese restaurant Lucky House. Additional shopping can be found on the south side of the neighborhood at the Crossroads at Riverbank shopping center, where locals will find big box stores like Target and Home Depot, as well as a variety of chain restaurants.

Crossroads at Riverbank near Howard features Petco and Boot Barn, offering convenient retail, dining, and everyday shopping in a modern center.
Crossroads at Riverbank near Howard features Petco and Boot Barn, offering convenient retail, dining, and everyday shopping in a modern center.
El Ranchero Mexican Food in Howard offers quick, flavorful meals with a convenient drive-thru and a casual, everyday dining atmosphere.
El Ranchero Mexican Food in Howard offers quick, flavorful meals with a convenient drive-thru and a casual, everyday dining atmosphere.
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Safreno Park and Harless Park offer well-groomed green spaces

Several well-maintained public parks can be found in and around the neighborhood. Safreno Park and Harless Park both offer playgrounds and playing fields, while the nearby Riverbank Sports Complex hosts local soccer leagues. The Stanislaus River passes just a few blocks north of the neighborhood and is popular with both boating and fishing enthusiasts. “The river is a big draw in the summer,” says Losole. “Kayaking, tubing, fishing — it sees a lot of use.” It’s also just a 30-minute drive from the neighborhood to the foothills of the Sierra Nevada and endless opportunities for hiking and mountain biking.

Families gather at Harless Park in Howard to enjoy shaded areas, play structures, and well-maintained grassy fields.
Families gather at Harless Park in Howard to enjoy shaded areas, play structures, and well-maintained grassy fields.
Families enjoy Safreno Park in Howard for its shaded picnic areas and well-maintained play structures.
Families enjoy Safreno Park in Howard for its shaded picnic areas and well-maintained play structures.
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Riverbank Unified public schools

The area is served by the Riverbank Unified School District. Mesa Verde Elementary School has a C grade on Niche, while Cardozo Middle has a C-plus. Riverbank High School has a B grade and offers dual enrollment courses at no extra cost through a partnership with Modesto Junior College.

Students at Mesa Verde Elementary School in Howard benefit from accessible education in a close-knit community setting.
Students at Mesa Verde Elementary School in Howard benefit from accessible education in a close-knit community setting.
Families in Howard rely on Cardozo Middle School for accessible education and a well-established neighborhood school setting.
Families in Howard rely on Cardozo Middle School for accessible education and a well-established neighborhood school setting.
Students in Howard attend Riverbank High School, known for its accessible campus and programs that prepare teens for college pathways.
Students in Howard attend Riverbank High School, known for its accessible campus and programs that prepare teens for college pathways.
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The annual Wine and Cheese Festival

Riverbank’s event calendar leans local. The Riverbank Downtown Market is held every Tuesday from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m. The city’s sole major event is the October Wine & Cheese Festival, which has been running for over 45 years.

Commuting to Modesto via Route 108

Patterson Road, which becomes state Route 108, is Howard’s main arterial road, linking the city to Modesto. Local bus service is provided by StanRTA routes that connect Riverbank with Modesto and Oakdale. It’s a little less than 9 miles by car from Howard to downtown Modesto, and about the same distance to Modesto City-County Airport.

StanRTA bus routes near Howard provide reliable transit connections to Modesto and Oakdale for convenient regional commuting.
StanRTA bus routes near Howard provide reliable transit connections to Modesto and Oakdale for convenient regional commuting.
Just under 9 miles separates Howard from the heart of downtown Modesto by car.
Just under 9 miles separates Howard from the heart of downtown Modesto by car.
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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Stockton Metro

41 min drive

Bus

Morrill Rd & Jackson Ave

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Patterson Rd & Roselle Ave

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Roselle Ave & Petersen Way

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Roselle Ave & Rose Brook Dr

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Roselle Ave & Rose Brook

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Howard US
Homicide 3 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 3 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 3 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 2 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
1,613
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Median Year Built
1992
Months of Supply
3.20
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,522
Significantly below the national average
1,932
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
1,716
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
6,098

Distribution of Home Values

Source: Public Records

Homes for Sale

Homes for Rent

Average Home Value





Source: Public Records

Property Mix - Square Feet

This Neighborhood Has More Owners

Rental Home Trends

Number of Homes for Rent
1
Median Rent
$1,900
Median Single Family Home Rent
$1,900

Demographics

Total Population
6,497
Median Age
35
Population under 18
28.9%
Above the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
12.6%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$79,520
On par with the national average
$79,597
Average Household Income
$88,749

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
75.5%
Below the national average
89%
College Graduates
10.4%
Below the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
4.4%
% Population in Labor Force
58.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
12''
Average Winter Low Temperature
39°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat friendly

Bikeability®

30 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Walkability®

30 / 100

Somewhat friendly

Transit®

30 / 100
Source: Local Logic
Sources: Local Logic

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