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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.
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.
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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.
Locals pick up a variety of goods from the Town and Country Market.
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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.
Large concrete sign outside Mission Oak High School.
The entrance to Mission Oak High School in Tulare has a Spanish style architecture.
A small flower garden surrounds an old bell at the entrance to Tipton Elementary School.
Tipton Elementary School is a small school with modern upgrades to assist students.
A lighted marquee outside Palo Verde Elementary School informs parents of upcoming events.
A large mascot mural adorns the multi-purpose building at Palo Verde Elementary School.
Parents and students can use the picnic tables at the entrance to Palo Verde Elementary School.
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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.
Picnic area and playground at Elk Bayou Park in Tulare.
Enjoy the large open spaces at Elk Bayou Park in Tulare.
Cypress Park Sits Alongside Cypress Elementary School in Tulare
A Tulare couple enjoys a morning walk around the pathway at Cypress Park.
A grandfather plays catch with his granddaughter at Cypress Park in Tulare.
Large covered play areas and grassy fields at Mulcahy Park in Tulare.
Mulcahy Park in Tulare offers shaded play equipment for children to enjoy.
Children enjoy playing on the new play equipment at Mulcahy Park in Tulare.
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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.
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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.
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On average, homes in Tipton, CA sell after 26 days on the market compared to the national average of 51 days. The median sale price for homes in Tipton, CA over the last 12 months is $305,000, up 10% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
This spacious and inviting home features four bedrooms and three bathrooms, perfect for families or those who love extra space. Enjoy a landscaped front yard, a single-car garage, and an additional carport for added convenience. The backyard is ideal for entertaining, complete with fruit trees, a covered patio, and a storage shed. A wonderful opportunity to own a well-rounded property in a
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.
Great location, property is adjacent to the town of Tipton on the corner of Berry Road and Klindera Avenue. Ideal property for farming and Ag related businesses.
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