California Real Estate & Relocation Guide

Escalon, California

Population: 5,963

Located in San Joaquin County

Located on the boarders of San Joaquin and Stanislaus counties in the beautiful state of California, Escalon is centrally located in the San Joaquin Valley. With a population of 6,166 Escalon offers a family oriented community, dedicated to preserving a family atmosphere and a high quality of life.

The average price for a three-bedroom home ranges between $160,000 and $225,000. Rent for a three-bedroom home ranges between $900 and $1,000, and rent for a two-bedroom apartment averages $625 per month.

There are many points of interest and activities within driving distance of Escalon. Most Northern California top attractions are within 100 miles, including San Francisco's Golden Gate Bridge, Old Sacramento, California State Capital, Yosemite, Dodge Ridge Snow Ski Resort and the Motherlode Gold Country. Escalon's location and access from major interstate highways makes it convenient from both the Bay Area and the Central Valley.

Escalon's main resource is dairy, agriculture, ranching and manufacturing. With a moderate climate it is conducive for the production of several different crop varieties including almonds, walnuts, peaches & rice, and other specialty items which are shipped around the world. Local dairies provide a constant source of raw product for major companies such as Foster Farms, Crystal and Berkeley Farms.

If you stroll down Main Street you will find many businesses nestled on this historical section of town. Main Street also houses our Escalon Museum, which is full of interesting facts on our community. On either side of Hwy 120 you will also find many businesses that offer a variety of products and services for your community.

The nearby Stanislaus River Parks and San Joaquin River provide activities that include hiking, wildlife trails and water related activities including River Rafting provided by River Journey, Sunshine River Rafting, and Beyond Limits Adventures. Escalon is within a short drive to the Dos Reis Park, Oakwood Lake and Manteca Waterslides, Knights Ferry, McHenry Recreation area, Woodward Reservoir, Lake McClure, Lake Tullock, Lake Don Pedro, Lake New Melones, Modesto Reservoir, Lake Camanche, Lake New Hogan and the California San Joaquin Delta Waterways. These lakes and rivers provide for camping, hiking, wildlife trails, fishing, sports and other water related activities.

For those sports enthusiasts, Escalon is just a drive to 2 AAA minor league baseball teams, the Stockton Ports and the Modesto A's, and nearby Stockton, the summer home of the San Francisco 49er's football team training camp. Escalon also is home to the Portuguese Bull Fights. This non-blood Portuguese style bull fighting is entertainment for many Escalonians.

If wineries are your pleasure, Escalon has 3 wineries to visit. They are Dodge Vineyards, Canandaigua Wine Company on Hwy 120, Delicato Winery, Frenzia, and Gnekow Family Winery.

Don't forget to visit the Oakdale Cheese and Specialties Factory or the only Hershey Chocolate Factory, west of the Mississippi, and see how these wonderful delights are made from our very own local dairy's milk!

You may find that antique or special something at Escalon's Annual Citywide Yard Sale, held the first weekend in October. Remember, another man's junk is someone's treasure! Come join in the treasure hunt!

With its cozy tree lined streets and historic charm, Escalon offers the ideal setting for those seeking a rural setting with access to large city conveniences. While enjoying the small community life, major shopping is conveniently located in the nearby cities of Modesto and Stockton. It is also a short commute to the San Francisco Bay Area.