Your Guide to Buying a Home in Fresno, CA

Buying a Home in Fresno, California

(The downtown Water Tower was built in 1894)

Fresno is located in Fresno County

Fresno County's blossoming orchards, sun-filled skies, and hardworking citizens radiate an energy full of hope and promise for the future. This vitality is revealed in the many assets that the community offers to both longtime residents and newcomers. Successful businesses, affordable homes, quality educational opportunities, progressive health care facilities, and an eclectic mix of cultural and recreational activities have created an ideal environment that appeals to the area's diverse population.

Fresno is the only city in the country with three national parks in its "backyard": Kings Canyon, Sequoia, and Yosemite. When visiting Fresno you must not forget to bring your camera. Downtown Fresno also has plenty of photo-worthy sites, including the home of confederate surgeon Dr. Thomas R. Meux, the Chaffee Zoological Gardens, and the Kearney Mansion. With all its scenery, cultural richness, and great quality of life, it is no wonder Fresno was declared an All-American City in 2000.

Visiting all of Fresno's attractions can build a large appetite. Well, you are in luck, because Fresno caters to the nearly every epicurean delight. Not only will you find the famous restaurant chains here, but you can make your dining experience an adventure by taking in a German, Italian, Mexican or Japanese meal. After dinner, take a walk or short drive to the Saroyan Theatre and take in a play, or, if classical music is your thing, the Fresno Philharmonic Orchestra is awaiting your arrival. Sports fans can enjoy a Fresno State Bulldogs basketball game or watch the minor league Fresno Grizzlies at Beiden Field. The activities are too many to list here, but once you begin to explore Fresno you will find them.

Fresno is a town with an incredible scenic setting, friendly people, great businesses, affordable housing, and enough entertainment and activities for more than one visit. In fact, you may decide you need to move here just so you can truly appreciate the many hidden treasures of Fresno.

Fresno is located along Highway 99, about 100 miles north of Bakersfield. Millerton, Shaver, and Pine Flat Lakes are just three of the many lakes to be found in the adjacent National Forests and Parks.