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The place for an uncomplicated, satisfying life. Distinctive neighborhoods. The sights and smells of orchards in bloom. Rich in beauty, local cuisine, culture, tradition. Central Valley is big city entertainment and a small-town spirit. The region boasts a mild climate, with warm summers and mild winters, ideal for enjoying the outdoors year-round. Central Valley’s agricultural richness means access to fresh, locally-grown produce, for healthy lifestyle and living. Central Valley is known for its friendly communities and a slower-paced, relaxed lifestyle. Its central location provides easy access to major cities like the Bay Area, Sacramento, and Los Angeles, as well as natural attractions such as Yosemite National Park, offering diverse recreational and cultural opportunities. Name this place home – find a uniquely designed house for rent that suits your lifestyle.

Available Central Valley Homes for Rent

Central Valley, California, is located in the heart of the state, stretching from the northern city of Redding to the southern reaches near Bakersfield. This expansive region is bordered by the Sierra Nevada to the east and the Coast Ranges to the west. Notable landmarks include the stunning Yosemite National Park and Kings Canyon National Park, offering breathtaking scenery and outdoor adventures. Cities that make up Central Valley include:

  • Bakersfield
  • Fresno

While Central Valley itself is inland, it provides convenient access to the beautiful California coastline, perfect for day trips to beaches and oceanfront attractions. The region is also home to vibrant cities like Fresno, known for its diverse culinary scene, including farm-to-table restaurants that highlight the area’s agricultural bounty. Additionally, Central Valley features numerous local wineries, farmers’ markets, and cultural festivals, offering residents and visitors plenty to explore and enjoy. Discover tranquil living in this California region. Find houses for rent in Central Valley here.

Central Valley Destinations

Central Valley, California, is home to diverse destinations including the awe-inspiring Yosemite National Park, the cultural and culinary hub of Fresno, and numerous local wineries and farmers’ markets, making it a region rich in natural beauty and vibrant community life.

Chabot Space & Science Center
Gilroy Gardens
California’s Great America
Castle Air Museum

View of a vineyard at sunrise with rolling hills and trees in the distance.

Central Valley Employers

Top employers in Central Valley, California, include major agricultural firms, healthcare providers like Kaiser Permanente and Dignity Health, educational institutions such as California State University, Fresno, and companies in the logistics and manufacturing sectors like Amazon and E.&J. Gallo Winery.

Bartles & Jaymes Co
City of Modesto
E&J Gallo Winery
Del Monte Foods
Doctors Medical Center
Health Services Agency
Modesto City Schools
Frito-Lay Inc
Sutter Health Memorial Medical Center
Storer Coachways

Inland Empire Schools

School districts in Central Valley, California, are known for their commitment to academic excellence and comprehensive educational programs. Districts like Fresno Unified, Clovis Unified, and Visalia Unified offer a range of opportunities, from advanced placement courses and STEM programs to arts and athletics. Renting a home in these areas provides families with the flexibility to choose from a variety of highly-rated schools.

CENTRAL VALLEY RENTING & LIVING INFORMATION

More About Central Valley, CA

Diversity, multicultural lifestyles and a proud heritage describe the people of Central Valley, while the land is among the world’s richest. Situated in the heart of the San Joaquin Valley, this modest city is fertile ground for dairy products, fruit and wine grapes, nuts and poultry. It offers everything a big metropolitan city has to offer, and something more: good old fashioned hospitality.

Live in Central Valley and you’ll appreciate the smaller, charming neighborhoods, and downtown with its lively main street and strong sense of community. For those who appreciate freedom and independence, Tricon Residential’s single-family rental homes are the ideal answer to virtually maintenance-free living.

Central Valley has a burgeoning arts, culture and entertainment scene. Attractions include the McHenry Mansion, built in 1883 by prominent rancher and banker Robert McHenry. The McHenry Museum houses period piece artifacts of Stanislaus County and the City of Modesto. The Great Valley Museum of Natural History  showcases animals, plants, cultural artifacts and planetarium shows.

It is also home to many unique galleries, including Modesto’s Mistlin Gallery, which features local artist’s work in paint, sculpture, graphics and crafts. The Chartreuse Muse  is a gallery, art school and clay studio featuring local artist’s pieces in glass, metal, jewelry, ceramics, and paintings. There’s also Anderson Gallery, featuring the art of Glenna Anderson and other local artists, and at Modesto Junior College you can find unique pieces from local artists. Many galleries showcase artists’ works at the monthly Modesto Art Walk.

For big city-style entertainment, check out the Modesto Symphony, serving the community for nearly 90 years, which features performances with beautiful brass, wind and percussion harmonies. The Central West Ballet presents ballet along with modern, jazz and contemporary dance forms. Townsend Opera Players is the venue for top-notch opera and musical theater, and Gallo Center for the Arts is an 84,000-square foot state-of-the-art performing arts center in downtown Modesto, with two theaters; one accommodating 1,250 guests and the other, 440 patrons. It brings top notch regional artists and performers from around California to produce art, entertainment, multicultural programming and social activities for the Central Valley.

A unique horticulture experience is presented at Gilroy Gardens, which features more than 40 rides, exhibits and spectacular garden displays.

At California’s Great America, you’ll enjoy 100-acres of thrill rides and fun, including RailBlazer, a single-rail steel coaster. Boomerang Bay features water slides, a wave pool, tubing, interactive fountains and a multilevel water fortress. The mini-town of KidZville offers bumper cars, rides and playgrounds. And Dodge Ridge Wintersports Area has 862 skiable acres, 67 runs and 1,600 vertical feet.

In nearby Santa Rosa, a unique museum worth checking out is the Charles M. Schulz Museum, which showcases years of the daily comic featuring Snoopy, Charlie Brown and the Peanuts gang. Mr. Schulz’s studio, tools and memorabilia are on display.

An afternoon drive from the San Francisco Bay Area to the west and the Foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range to the east, Modesto puts you close to all the pleasures of Yosemite National Park  and the splendor of nature throughout this region. Live here and you have access to some of California’s greatest natural attractions. With a Tricon Residential single-family rental home, you get more time to adventure and explore, and enjoy a professionally renovated and maintained home with great options like a fenced yard, attached garage and oversized closets.

Modesto is a wonderful place to call home.  Providing homespun hospitality and an ideal place to raise a family, Modesto is also a big draw for people from throughout the Central Valley who flock to the area for its great arts, culture, and entertainment.

Family on sofa

WHY RENT WITH TRICON RESIDENTIAL

Founded on the understanding that a home is more than a roof over your head, Tricon Residential is committed to helping families find that perfect single-family home.

An industry leader in customer service, we maintain high-quality homes to exceed standards. That’s why Tricon Residential is one of the fastest-growing residential real estate companies in the country.