Why Live in Butterfield
Butterfield, a neighborhood in Chino Hills, features a mix of single-family homes, condominiums, and townhouses developed primarily from the late 1980s through the 2010s. Homes range from 1,200 to 3,500 square feet, with newer developments like Vila Borba offering larger properties with private pools. Architectural styles predominantly include Spanish elements such as stucco exteriors and red clay tile roofing. Homeowners associations are common, with fees covering amenities like pools and clubhouses. Butterfield Park and Chino Hills Dog Park provide recreational options, while Meadow Park Trail connects to scenic routes like Eastview Trail and Adobe Trail Loop. Nearby Prado Regional Park offers diverse activities, including fishing, camping, and golf. For shopping and dining, residents frequent Opus Pine Shopping Center and The Pub at Chino Hills, with larger retail hubs like The Shoppes at Chino Hills located about 5 miles away. Butterfield is conveniently situated near state Routes 71 and 83, facilitating commutes to Riverside, San Bernardino, and Los Angeles. Public schools in the area, including Butterfield Ranch Elementary, Robert O. Townsend Junior High, and Chino Hills High School, are highly rated. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, making it a practical choice for families.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Butterfield a good place to live?
Butterfield is a good place to live. Butterfield is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Butterfield is a suburban neighborhood. Butterfield has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is somewhat dense in population with 9.8 people per acre and a median age of 40. The average household income is $155,067 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 49% of residents. A majority of residents in Butterfield are home owners, with 21.3% of residents renting and 78.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Butterfield can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Butterfield neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Butterfield?
The median home price in Butterfield is $470,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $94,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,440 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $105K a year to afford the median home price in Butterfield. The average household income in Butterfield is $155K.
What are the best public schools in Butterfield?
The best public schools that serve Butterfield are:
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Are home prices dropping in Butterfield?
Yes, home prices in Butterfield are down 20% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Butterfield, CA
On average, homes in Butterfield, Chino Hills sell after 72 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Butterfield, Chino Hills over the last 12 months is $350,000, down 49% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$350,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$494,900
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$270,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$225,000
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$493,500
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$245
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
62
Median List Price
$470,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-49%