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Atwater, CA Local Guide
Sunset over Lake Meredith by Akarsh Simha is licensed under CC BY 2.0
How much does it cost to rent an apartment in Atwater?
| Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atwater Studio Apartments | $895 | $895 | $895 |
| Atwater 1 Bedroom Apartments | $1,000 | $1,000 | $1,000 |
| Atwater 2 Bedroom Apartments | $1,471 | $1,425 | $1,540 |
| Atwater 3 Bedroom Apartments | $1,705 | $1,645 | $1,825 |
| Atwater 4 Bedroom Apartments | $1,827 | $1,800 | $1,855 |
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Atwater Overview
Atwater, with a total of 6.1 square miles, is located on Highway Route 99 in Merced County. This sweet spot enjoys a racially inclusive and diverse population of approximately 28,168. It possesses all the beauty that the Central Valley of California is famed for, plus all the charm and ease of a small town. Atwater continues to enjoy the agricultural feel of its past, and the residential and commercial areas are attractively planned and laid out. And Atwater facilitates easy access to the Pacific coast, San Francisco, and Yosemite National Park.
What is the history of Atwater?
The history of the community of Atwater begins in the late 1800s. Atwater gained its name in honor of Marshall D. Atwater, a gentleman wheat farmer who helped the city to grow, set down roots, and whose land was utilized by the railroad for its first station, which reached Atwater in the 1870s. This was the beginning of town and how it began the ride towards the prosperity and growth of today.
How is the weather in Atwater?
Atwater enjoys the fantastic and temperate climate that California is known for worldwide, and which makes it a natural agricultural center. The town enjoys 267 sunny days per year and receives, on average, precipitation 55 days per year. July is the hottest month, with an average temperature of 94.9° during the day, and December is the coldest month, with an average nighttime temperature of 37.0°.
How do I get around town?
Warm and inviting, Atwater is eminently walkable. For drivers, there Highway 99, which moves motorists through the city limits and the surrounding environs. For mass transit options, “The Bus,” sponsored by Merced County, provides mass transit for the city of Atwater. There's also a Dial-A-Ride service, which is used principally by senior citizens and individuals who are differentially-abled. Two major railroads serve the city, linking it to its beginning as a town on the line. And for those who enjoy air travel, Atwater has that covered with Castle Airport. (Fun fact: this airport has the 4th longest runway in the region.)
What is the Atwater commute like?
Atwater allows for an easy commute and comfortable access to all that the region has to offer. Route 99, a major highway, runs through the town. This is a major artery from the heart to the city leading to everywhere you need to be. The average commute time in Atwater is 26.7 minutes.
What are the local media outlets?
Scope out the Merced Sun-Star, which serves the Merced area, plus, two weekly papers, The Atwater Signal and The Atwater Times. For radio, listen to stations like Hot 105104.7FM, Fox Sports Radio 94.1 FM, and KUBB Country 96.3 FM. There are four cable tv companies and four internet providers.
Why live in Atwater, CA?
Atwater is a comfortable and friendly town with a history steeped in agriculture that provides easy access to all the excitement that California offers. Whatever your interest or age level, there are amenities for everyone, from a Youth Center and skate park to super senior living areas, plus all the entertainment options, parks, restaurants, bars, and shopping choices that provide amusement and help to foster a sense of community.
What Atwater landmarks should I see?
Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy Osborn Park, Atwater Veterans Park Pavilion, Bloss Park, and Atwater Skate Park. For scholars, there are a tremendous number of options for higher education, with 80 colleges within a 100-mile radius of Atwater. In Atwater, you'll find Merced College, University of California Merced, California State University Stanislaus, and Modesto Junior College.
What is there to do around Atwater?
The Castle Air Museum is one of the finest aviation museums in the nation. The Bloss Home Museum and civic center is open to the public, with guided tours available on the first Sunday of each month. To find great gifts, explore Heartstrings, and discover locally-made, Amish, and Mennonite goods. Golf aficionados will get into the swing of things at the Rancho Del Rey Golf Course. For lovers of the nightlife, Corbin Cash Spirits offers libations, food, music, and fun.
Any annual festivals or Atwater events to know?
Celebrate annual festivals in Atwater and the environs throughout the year! Highlights include: the Annual Home for the Holidays in Modesto, Ca, Street Eats & Sweets Event in Patterson, CA, How Do I Begin? Our Voices, Our Stories in Fresno, CA, and The Psychic Faire Fresno. And lighting up the Fourth of July nighttime sky is Atwater's own spectacular 4th celebration.
Where are the nearby vacation spots?
Enjoy a home base that has all the amenities of a small town, and yet which offers easy access to all the culture and natural beauty that California has to offer. Enjoy the urban excitement and sophistication of San Francisco, which is merely two hours away. Appreciate some of the most beautiful natural vistas in America, by camping and exploring Yosemite National Park. Relish the coastal scenery of the many towns, parks, and scenic views of the Pacific Ocean, an hour and a half away. Discover a fantastic apartment to call home and that's your gateway to adventure!
Where is the best place to move in Atwater?
With a core of 6.1 square miles, and the major Highway 99 running through the heart of town, it's easy to find the right Atwater apartment home that suits your needs and enhances your lifestyle. Discover apartments with 1-4 bedrooms, the amenities that make a home, and in a price range that fits a variety of budgets. Enjoy easy access to parks, restaurants, and shops, all within an easy stroll, bike, skateboard, or car ride distance. Here is the easy life, with sunny California days and star-filled nights. As Katy Perry said, “You could travel the world, but nothing comes close to the golden coast.”
Best Local Schools in Atwater, CA
Thomas Olaeta Elementary
Atwater Elementary School District
Public School - Grades K-6 (564)
8 out of 10
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Walk Score®
52 / 100
Somewhat Walkable
Some errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
43 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Minimal bike infrastructure
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