California Real Estate & Relocation Guide

Ripon, California

Population: 10,146

Located in San Joaquin County

Located on the boarders of San Joaquin and Stanislaus counties in the beautiful state of California, Ripon is centrally located in the San Joaquin Valley. Ripon is a caring community where people enjoy getting involved with projects that improve the quality of life for everyone.

The Garden Club plants native trees and shrubs in local parks, seniors have their own center to gather and participate in special activities, and everyone from children to adults can find a sport for fun and exercise.

Throughout the year, various organizations host events that provide activities for the whole family to enjoy. Two of our biggest events are the Almond Blossom Festival, and the 4th of July Celebration where the fireworks light up the sky over the town.

Ripon has a small town atmosphere that is restful and friendly, but we are also close enough to cities like Sacramento and San Francisco to enjoy on a day trip. If it is the out-of-doors your looking for, it is only a two-hour drive to Yosemite National Park.

The Climate of Ripon is typical of the Central Valley, being hot and dry in the summer and cool and moist in the winter. Average temperatures range from 80 degrees Fahrenheit in July to about 45 degrees Fahrenheit in January, with extremes ranging from 110 degrees to about 26 degrees.

Ripon is located along the Stanislaus River, where river rafting and fishing are popular pastimes. Mavis Stouffer Park, located on the Stanislaus River, offers the Smit Museum, picnicking facilities, ball fields, and a large gazebo for special events. The Corps Park at the end of Parallel Avenue leads to the Ripon River Crossing for hiking and biking to Modesto. And now, Ripon is home to the finest skate park in California.

Caswell State Park, just a mile from City Limits, offers camping, picnicking, and access to the river. Oakwood Lake/Manteca Water Slides is located just minutes from Ripon, and is a "must" on hot summer days.

The average price for a three-bedroom home ranges between $180,000 and $245,000. Rentals for a three-bedroom home are very reasonable and range from $900 to $1,000, and rent for a two-bedroom apartment averages $625 per month.

Ripon is understandably attracting a stream of newcomers seeking good housing or good jobs. From the clean, quiet, and safe streets to the towering trees and immaculate homes that line them, it is evident that this town is a uniquely beautiful place to call home.