Chowchilla is a small Central Valley community located about midway between Merced and Madera on the Golden State Highway. Historically an agricultural city, the culture of Chowchilla is still largely influenced by its farm town roots. The Chowchilla Madera County Fair is the biggest event of the year, drawing thousands of people from around the region every spring.

Contrasting with the distinctly rural character, many of the city’s neighborhoods display a more typically Californian aesthetic, with Mediterranean-style homes and palm tree-lined streets. The local rental market features a broad variety of apartments and single-family homes, allowing you to find the perfect place to fit your lifestyle and budget.