Fresno, CA Community Information

As the No.1 agricultural county in the nation, Fresno encompasses acres of fertile land while offering majestic lakes, rivers, and awe-inspiring foothills and mountain ranges.

In addition to the beautiful outdoors, Fresno boasts a diverse offering of cultural and entertainment options, such as a philharmonic orchestra, ballets, opera companies and resident theater groups.It's also a featured stop for traveling productions and concert tours. The Fresno region displays its agricultural roots and small-town values through a series of annual events that include old-fashioned hometown festivals, rodeos, cultural celebrations and the largest harvest fair in California. This city is the place for wholesome and affordable family fun.

The Tower District, centered on the Historic Tower Theatre at Olive and Wishon Avenues just north of downtown Fresno, is a vibrant and culturally diverse area of shops and homes. Restored after a significant decline in the mid-1990s, the Tower District became a hub for major community events such as Jamaica My Weekend, Mardi Gras in February, Car Shows, A Taste of The Tower, Halloween in the Tower, and the newly opened Farmer's Market on the northwest corner of Olive and Van Ness. An array of shows permeates the Tower District annually.

The neighborhood features some of Fresno's best restaurants and nightclubs, as well as many independent shops and bookstores. The area is known for its early 20th century homes, many of which have been lovingly restored. The Tower District also offers a variety of homes, ranging from bungalows, American Craftsmans, Spanish Colonial Revival architecture, Mediterranean-style homes and many Storybook houses designed by Fresno architects Taylor & Wheeler. These homes stand in stark contrast to the uncontrolled urban sprawl that runs north and east of downtown and attracts a diverse group of residents. Moreover, the Tower District remains one of the few walkable neighborhoods in Fresno.

The median home price in Fresno is $276,000. From high-end housing to affordable single-family homes and condominiums, one can find a suitable place to fit their income and needs in this California city, so start your Fresno real estate search today!

Sources and more information:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fresno,_California
http://www.co.fresno.ca.us/portal/Default.asp