San Joaquin Valley Real Estate

Modesto, CA Real Estate

Modesto is located near the center of California on the Tuolumne River and bordered by the Stanislaus and San Joaquin Rivers. Positioned less than 2 hours away from Sacramento, San Jose, San Francisco, and Yosemite National Park, Modesto is a perfect location for residency with the ability to commute to work daily. Over 20% of the workforce of Modesto travels outside of the county to their place of employment, making Modesto a hotspot for housing development.

Since Modesto's economy is based largely on agriculture, exporting these products is also a necessity. These exports are completed over the river, by airplane and even by using the famous Amtrak San Joaquins. Originally built as a stop on the railroad connecting Sacramento to Los Angeles, Modesto is still served by one of the busiest railway systems in the country. The Amtrak San Joaquins makes six daily stops between Oakland and Bakersfield and two daily stops between Sacramento and Bakersfield.

Average home prices in Modesto are based on $183 per square foot of home and the median price for a home in the city is $291,000. Realty pricing in Modesto has dropped in 2007 as it has in most other cities in California, so this is the perfect time to make a decision in the real estate market. As usual, this California city is known for having large mansions and small condos, so no matter what your situation you'll be delighted when you find the home that's perfect for you.

Along with reasonable home pricing for the California area, Modesto is also home to quite a few educational sites. The city is home to multiple museums including the recently opened Gallo Center for the Performing Arts. Having an agricultural background does not mean that the city cannot be blessed with its share of culture. Find the house you've been looking for right here in Modesto and enjoy living in the heart of the valley.

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