Why Live in Kerman
Located 17 miles from Fresno, Kerman is a small farming town at the crossroads of Highways 180 and 145, surrounded by almond and pistachio orchards. The main business corridor, Madera Avenue, features local restaurants and supermarkets, while residential areas extend east and west with affordable housing options. The town center showcases 1940s and ‘50s cottages and uniform ranch-style homes, while the outskirts feature modern developments with Craftsman-style, modern farmhouse, and Spanish Revival elements. Community parks like Lions Park and Kerckhoff Park host youth sports and annual events, including the Almond Festival in May and the Kerman Harvest Festival in September. A new 15-acre Hart Ranch Community Park is set to begin construction in February 2025, promising an accessible playground, community garden, and lake. Madera Avenue is lined with small businesses, including Mexican restaurants and pizza places, while larger retailers and additional dining options are found in Fresno. Public transit is limited, but the Fresno County Rural Transit Agency provides some intercity bus services. The nearest hospital, Community Regional Medical Center, is 18 miles away, and Fresno-Yosemite International Airport is 21 miles away. Kerman Unified School District, serving about 5,300 students, has a high rating and offers career-oriented programs at Kerman High. Recent FBI data shows a decrease in both violent and property crimes, making it safer than the national average. The San Joaquin Valley climate brings mild winters with some fog and hot summers, though air quality can be affected by regional wildfires and agricultural activities.
Home Trends in Kerman, CA
On average, homes in Kerman, CA sell after 38 days on the market compared to the national average of 50 days. The median sale price for homes in Kerman, CA over the last 12 months is $425,000, up 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$425,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$432,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$270
Number of Homes for Sale
9
Last 12 months Home Sales
69
Median List Price
$428,700
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
13%