HANFORD, Calif. – September 11, 2025 – Local homebuilder San Joaquin Valley Homes (SJV Homes) is excited to announce the grand opening of Autumn Estates, a new community featuring 58 energy-efficient single-family homes starting in the low $400,000’s. This thoughtfully planned neighborhood presents an opportunity for families and individuals looking to achieve homeownership with quality new construction homes backed by SJV Homes’ superior customer service.

Autumn Estates at Live Oak is located in southwest Hanford, near Hume and Alpine, with convenient access to Highway 198, Adventist Health Hospital, and the Lemoore Naval Air Station.

The Grand Opening Event will take place on Saturday, September 20, from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Guests are invited to tour three beautifully decorated model homes and be among the first to select a homesite from the newly released phase and take advantage of builder-paid incentives towards closing costs and options. Attendees can enter drawings to win a Blackstone grill, large flat-screen TV and gift cards while enjoying tacos catered by Taquizas Gonzalez and locally baked cupcakes from The Cupcake Route. On-site lenders will be available to discuss financing options and answer questions.

“Autumn Estates features modern new construction homes with attractive architectural designs, creating a very desirable community,” said Lana Fahoum, Sales Manager at SJV Homes. "With six floor plans, flexible room options, and an excellent location near the 198, Autumn Estates is perfect for families seeking a quality, affordable home in Hanford.”

Autumn Estates offers open-style floor plans ranging from 1,735 to 2,855 square feet. Both one- and two-story designs are available, with 3 to 5 bedrooms and 2 to 3.5 bathrooms. Select plans include flexible spaces such as home offices and guest suites. Distinctive exterior styles—Modern, Traditional Farmhouse, and Cottage—enhance the welcoming streetscape.

The model homes include:

• The Carmel, a single-story plan with 1,735 square feet, 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, and a 2-car garage.
• The Naples, a 2,105-square-foot single-story home with 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a 3-car garage, shown with the optional guest suite.
• The Aspen with Loft, a spacious two-story home offering 2,855 square feet with 5 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, a loft flex space, and a 3-car garage, which is modeled with the optional 5th bedroom suite.

Autumn Estates will share a centrally located neighborhood park with Hidden Oaks, offering residents a community gathering space for recreation and relaxation.

Students will attend Martin Luther King Jr. Elementary School, John F. Kennedy Junior High School and Hanford West High School.

About San Joaquin Valley Homes

San Joaquin Valley Homes (SJV Homes) is a local homebuilder with deep roots in and a strong commitment to the Central Valley. SJVH leadership of Joe Leal and Randy Merrill share a vision to build quality new homes in carefully planned neighborhoods for people who love the Valley and want lasting value. It has since closed more than 4,500 homes and is one of the busiest homebuilders in the San Joaquin Valley. For more information, please visit www.SJVHomes.