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Tipton offers small-town living in a landscape of farms
Miles of farmland surrounds Tipton, a rural town in the central San Joaquin Valley. “It’s a nice, cute little farming community,” says Sherri Camargo, real estate broker and owner of Majestic Palm Realty, who has over 20 years of experience. “The town itself has more of your average residential lots, but the farms are outside of town.” A handful of small businesses are central to the highway, and Tulare is around 13 miles north. Tipton acts as a halfway point, about 50 miles to both Fresno, in the north, and Bakersfield, in the south.
Tipton is a small town surrounded by farmland, offering quiet rural living.
Some Tipton homes feature colorful front yard gardens with seasonal flowers.
Most homes in Tipton are located close to the highway along semi-gridded residential streets. Grassy front lawns are adorned with palm trees, fences and driveways, and many properties have alleyway access. Minimal traditional single-story houses are common, alongside ranch-style homes. These properties were built between the 1940s and 1980s and range from $250,000 to $350,000. Some have a simple vinyl exterior, while others feature stucco siding. Two-story homes are rare, but there are a handful of mid-century American foursquares with front porches.
Expanding out from Tipton’s center, multiple residential properties such as ranchers and traditional farmhouses can be found among the surrounding acres of farmland. These houses are not usually available on the market. Roughly half the homes in Tipton are owned, while the rest are rented out.
Grassy front lawns are a common feature of Tipton homes, adding curb appeal.
Palm trees are a frequent sight in Tipton yards, adding a touch of California charm.
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Small businesses in Tipton and nearby commerce in Tulare
Commerce in Tipton is limited to a handful of businesses along Burnett Road, including auto parts stores and gas stations. Town & Country Market doubles as a convenience store and burger restaurant. There’s also Tacos Talpa, a food truck. “There are a couple of Mexican restaurants and a little supermarket, but since it’s very small, they do have to travel for shopping,” Camargo says. Tipton Food Center is the area’s grocery store.
Tulare is about 13 miles north with a wide selection of shops and restaurants. The Tulare Pavilion Shopping Center has retailers such as Harbor Freight and Ross. Across the street, Plaza Del Lago has Walmart and Foods Co. Fast-food eateries in the area include Chipotle, Panda Express and Farmer Boys. The Tulare Outlets are nearby with national clothing brands.
Taqueria Sanchez #2 is a popular dining spot for Tipton locals craving Mexican food.
Tipton Food Center offers groceries and essentials for residents in the heart of town.
Walmart in Tulare provides Tipton residents with access to everyday goods and household items.
Town and Country Market in Tipton doubles as a convenience store and burger joint.
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Getting educated in Tulare County public schools
Children living in the area can attend Tipton Elementary School for kindergarten through eighth grade, which earns a C-minus grade from Niche and partners with the Kiwanis Club of Tipton to provide after-school education programs. From there, students can head to the B-rated Mission Oak High School, which is part of the Tulare Joint Union High School District. High schoolers can take graphic design and dance courses through the Visual and Performing Arts program.
Mission Oak High School in Tulare features a large concrete sign at its entrance.
Mission Oak High School in Tulare showcases Spanish-style architecture at its entrance.
Tipton Elementary School features a flower garden and historic bell at its entrance.
Tipton Elementary School offers modern upgrades to support student learning.
Palo Verde Elementary School’s marquee keeps Tulare parents informed of school events.
A large mural decorates the multi-purpose building at Palo Verde Elementary School.
Families use the picnic tables at Palo Verde Elementary School for meals and gatherings.
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Tulare parks provide recreation to the area
Since Tipton is primarily rural and residential, the area lacks an outlet for outdoor recreation. There are multiple parks nearby in Tulare. Elk Bayou Park has a baseball field and horseshoe pit, while Cypress Park has sports courts for volleyball and basketball. Both have a playground and paved walking paths. In the warmer months, Mulcahy Park features a water play area for cooling down. Tulare Golf Course is public, with 18 holes, to the south of town.
Elk Bayou Park in Tulare offers a playground and open space for outdoor activities.
Elk Bayou Park in Tulare features large grassy areas for sports and recreation.
Cypress Park in Tulare sits next to Cypress Elementary and includes sports courts and paths.
A Tulare couple enjoys a morning walk around Cypress Park’s paved pathways.
A grandfather and granddaughter play catch at Cypress Park in Tulare.
Mulcahy Park in Tulare offers shaded play areas and grassy fields for children.
Children enjoy the new shaded play equipment at Mulcahy Park in Tulare.
Mulcahy Park in Tulare provides a cool space for kids to play during warmer months.
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Navigating Tipton’s vehicle-dependent community
Tipton’s expansive rural landscape requires a vehicle to get around. Tulare County Area Transit (TCaT) has a fixed bus route that goes through the town and has stops along Burnett Road. California state Route 99, known as Golden State Highway, travels north and south through the area, acting as Tipton’s main thoroughfare. Meadows Field Airport is roughly 49 miles south in Bakersfield and offers nonstop flights to major domestic cities.
Tipton’s limited public transit makes driving essential for daily errands and commuting.
Ranch-style homes dominate Tipton’s housing market, with prices between $250K and $350K.
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Hot weather and environmental risks
San Juaquin Valley is known for its high temperatures in the summer months, which puts Tipton at risk of seasonal heat waves. According to FEMA’s National Risk Index, Tulare County also has a high chance of earthquakes too, scoring higher than the California’s average.
Tipton homes often feature grassy lawns, palm trees, and alleyway access.
Tipton experiences hot summers and has a higher-than-average earthquake risk per FEMA.
On average, homes in Tipton, CA sell after 28 days on the market compared to the national average of 52 days. The median sale price for homes in Tipton, CA over the last 12 months is $305,000, up 7% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
+/-411.91 Acres Pistachios Tulare, CALocationProperty is located west of the Avenue 160 and Road 96 intersection in Tulare, CA.Size+/-411.91 Assessed AcresPlantingsProperty is planted to +/-373 acres of producing Kerman pistachios. Trees are planted at 20 x 17 spacing on Pioneer Rootstock. (See Planting Map for details.)WaterProperty is located in
Welcome to 129 S Evans Rd — a spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offering comfort, charm, and room to grow in the heart of Tipton. With approximately 1,500 sq. ft. of living space and a generous 0.31-acre lot, this property provides plenty of space for family living, entertaining, or even adding a shop or garden. Inside, you'll find a bright, open layout with a large kitchen and flexible spaces
Gabriel CorreaKeller Williams Realty Tulare County
Approximately 400 acres in Tipton. 240 acres Almonds (Non-Pereil, Monterey and Independence) in 2018-2019. 120 acres planted to Golden Hills Pistachios in 2014-2015. There are two sources of water, 4 wells and in Lower Tule Irrigation District. Reservoir with Sand Media filter with VFD Pump. SGMA rules can affect the level of groundwater pumping. Call Lower Tule Irrigation District to confirm.
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