518 E Central Ave, Madera, CA 93638
OFF MARKET

518 E Central Ave
Madera, CA 93638

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,800 sqft (on 0.33 acres)

$359,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,221/mo*
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$359,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,221/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
2 Baths
1,800 sqft
(on 0.33 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1947
Lot Size
0.33 acres
Living Area
1,800 sqft
Price/Sqft
$200
Parking
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 518 E Central Ave, Madera, CA. 518 E Central Ave is in Madera, CA and in ZIP code 93638. This property has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,800 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.33 acres and was built in 1947.
518 E Central Ave, Madera, CA 93638 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,800 sqft single-family home built in 1947. It last sold for $98,500 on Mar 18, 2009. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $359,800, with a rent estimate of $1,894/month.

Home Details for 518 E Central Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: WallHeating Fuel: Wall
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1947Year Updated: 1947
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.33 acres

Price History for 518 E Central Ave

DatePriceEventSource
03/18/2009$98,500Sold
N/A
03/11/2008$391,401Sold
N/A
12/07/2000$115,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Madera

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$429K
$18.33KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$255
$6MoM
Available listings
295
7MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2025
Tax$1,500
Assessment$126,826
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 518 E Central Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
200 Lyons St, Madera, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$427,000
07/13/26
3
2
1,950
421 N D St, Madera, CA
0.29
Single-Family Home
$335,000
05/19/26
3
2
2,417
200 S A St, Madera, CA
0.28
Single-Family Home
$278,000
04/15/26
3
2
1,508
821 Austin Ave, Madera, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$294,999
12/10/25
3
2
1,400
901 Bloker St, Madera, CA
0.32
Single-Family Home
$380,000
12/31/25
3
2
1,426
817 Sierra St, Madera, CA
0.49
Single-Family Home
$174,435
05/19/26
3
2
1,349
1009 Grant Ave, Madera, CA
0.47
Single-Family Home
$165,100
05/21/26
2
1
720
816 N Lake St, Madera, CA
0.26
Single-Family Home
$290,000
11/14/25
2
1
1,129
1106 Fresno St, Madera, CA
0.54
Single-Family Home
$210,000
10/10/25
3
2
1,280
503 N N St #D, Madera, CA
0.30
Single-Family Home
$412,000
01/28/26
5
2.5
2,428

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Madera

At least 391 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 86 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 80 % Say car is needed

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 69 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 68 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 52 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 49 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 39 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 29 % Say there's wildlife

  • 25 % Say there are community events

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  • Stephanie R Salazar
    "Tesoro Viejo is so community friendly. Lots of parks and trails for walking and exercise. The school is walkable. Love the weekly farmers market too!"
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  • Vsk5vq8xzg
    "I have lived here for 3 years. It’s a nice neighborhood, everyone basically keeps to themselves. There is a lot of traffic though on these streets."
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  • Chithunder
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 5 years it’s mostly quiet and the neighbors keep to themselves. It’s close to highway 99 groceries and restaurants as well as shopping and Starbucks "
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  • Victoria G.
    "country living at it's best... equal distance to city of Madera or city of Fresno. Cooler air in the country than city."
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  • Melissa K.
    "This has been a very safe and decent neighborhood for our family. We love it out here and anyone who lives out here would say the same. We are all a pretty tight not community. "
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  • Trulia User
    "its peaceful and safe. no foot traffic and no homeless. people are friendly. lots of land to grow gardens."
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  • Stephanie A.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for three years. it is a nice neighborhood and is near schools. Close to downtown and government offices. The neighborhood is well maintained and there are many families in the neighborhood."
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  • Brian S.
    "Madera really is a melting pot: a lot of really nice folks if you aren't shy and talk to your neighbors. but, you should also lock your car doors hehe"
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  • Cindy P.
    "Great sense of community. There is a small town feel with a bigger city under 15 minutes away. Best of both worlds."
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  • Summersuzannenovak
    "Madera Ranchos is an amazing community and I wouldn’t want to raise my kids anywhere else. The schools are amazing, neighbors are amazing. "
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  • Daenadaenadaena
    "I’m just visiting but I am interested in buying a home to live here. Friendly neighborhood , nice homes....."
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  • Daenadaenadaena
    "This is a great neighborhood. I have lived here 7 years, it is a great place to raise a family. We have wonderful neighbors and the location is perfect. Near a park and fire station. "
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  • Summersuzannenovak
    "Large yard, plenty of space for exercise and leisure. Some dogs get out so be aware if on a walk with your dog. "
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  • Summersuzannenovak
    "I drive 21 miles into Fresno for work every day in my own vehicle. I do not carpool with other people. "
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  • Daenadaenadaena
    "My commute to work is good from my neighborhood. I get to take the country roads and avoid the congested freeway."
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  • Veronica
    "The plumbing is trash. Old Parkwood is just that. Old. The homes are too expensive for the quality you get. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Open roads with little traffic. Orchards to walk through. One thing they may not like are people who don’t control or fence their dogs and let them run free."
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  • Danielle H.
    "I drive to Fresno daily and leave at 7 am. My commute is fairly easy with not much traffic. When I travel around Madera it is sometimes congested in certain areas but good other wise."
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  • PA
    "people dump their trash in the empty lots around the neighborhood and we have multiple families living in single homes. there is hardly parking courtesy of one house in particular with the kennels in their garage. any festivals or celebrations expect loud music. parking limited. etc"
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  • Faithevans241061993
    "A lot of loose dogs in the Madera Lakes neighborhood and not all of them are friendly! Owners do nothing about the dogs getting out!!"
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  • Trulia User
    "Christmas decorations, just about all the homes. Halloween also, all of the neighbors sit outside to give out candy. "
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  • Olivia
    "I’m centrally located and close to the freeway for my commute to Fresno. I’m near schools, elementary, junior high and high school. Great community. "
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  • Nicole P.
    "There are many people who walk their dogs regularly in this neighborhood and along the walking trail by the river. "
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  • Lena8607
    "This is a nice and quite neighborhood. The kids feel safe playing outside and the schools are in walking distance. "
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  • Tabatha t.
    "Madera CA, is very okay and it's commute is also very okay. That is all I have to say about Madera.."
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  • Angieespinoza327
    "I don’t think there is anything wrong I don’t see any problems here. Everyone knows what goes on and everyone knows the area very well."
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  • Christopher B.
    "I am on disability and have no reason to commute. All my needs are within a five minute drive. "
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  • Hector
    "I think that there is no sidewalk around our neighborhood though, we have the best quiet neighborhood a lot of elderly live here so very safe and peace and quiet at night "
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  • Isabel R.
    "Movie night at town and country park, and baseball games. Great neighbors, everyone is so warming here and helpful."
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  • Phillipahernandez
    "super busy in the morning around 8am. super busy around 5pm as well. If its Sunday or Wednesday or Saturday prepare for traffic. the swap meet is on Sunday and Wednesday. Saturdays they have soccer leagues and it's hard to get out of our neighborhood with all the vehicles blocking the field of view"
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Frequently asked questions about 518 E Central Ave

  • What is 518 E Central Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 518 E Central Ave in Madera, CA is $359,800.
  • What is the price history for 518 E Central Ave?
    518 E Central Ave in Madera, CA last sold for $98,500 in March 2009.
  • Is Madera a buyer's or seller's market?
    Madera is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Madera?
    The median sale price in Madera is $429K. That is up $18.33K from the prior month.
  • How big is the lot at 518 E Central Ave?
    The lot at 518 E Central Ave in Madera, CA is about 0.33 acres (14,374 sq ft).
  • Does 518 E Central Ave have a garage?
    Yes, 518 E Central Ave in Madera, CA has a garage.