Selma, CA

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Selma is one of two California cities that claim to be the "Raisin Capital of the World." Fresno is the other.

Selma has been an agriculturally based city since its founding in the late 19th century. As a part of California's Central Valley, Selma has been home to farms and farmers for over 100 years. The population is just over 23,000, according to the 2010 U.S. Census. Despite the farming background, Selma has become a place that combines a small town feel with the rapid development you usually find in bigger cities.

Moving to Selma

Selma benefits from being a part of one of the most important sectors in the California economy. People who live in Selma tend to stay for a long time (if not their entire lives), which supports the stability of housing prices. While it is possible to find all bills paid apartments and furnished apartments in Selma, it can take some time to find one that is right for you, so make sure to allow at least a couple of months to find the right house rentals or apartments for rent before moving to the city. In addition, since the city is in California, keep in mind that there are numerous state laws protecting tenants from eviction, so landlords are typically fairly strict about conducting credit and rental checks on potential tenants.

Neighborhoods in Selma

Selma is broken up into five distinct neighborhoods. Although the majority of land in Selma is dedicated to agriculture, there is still a growing commercial center in the northeastern part of town.

Monmouth: Monmouth is the largest neighborhood in Selma and primarily consists of farms and orchards. While some of the nicest properties can be found in this part of Selma, the majority are for farming, so it might not be the best place to search for rental homes.

East Mountain View and South Highland Avenue: With direct access to Highway 99, this neighborhood is great for people who regularly drive to Fresno or other parts of the Central Valley.

Dinuba Avenue and South Thompson Avenue: This is the northernmost part of town and also has access to Highway 99. There are some larger houses in this area, as well as a decent number of smaller farms.

Downtown Selma: Downtown Selma has been seeing a revival of commercial development in recent years. One of the most popular new restaurants is Cattlemens Restaurant.

Living in Selma

Although Selma is a fairly small and laid-back farming town, there are still a few things to do for fun. In addition to restaurants like Cattlemens and bars like the 99 Club, there are some historical railroad exhibits in downtown Selma. If you're interested in being a part of this growing community, Selma's the perfect town for you.