Why Live in El Cerrito
El Cerrito, a neighborhood in Corona, features a mix of 1970s ranch-style and 1990s Spanish-style single-family homes, with lots ranging from a quarter-acre to 2 acres, often used for farming. The Terrassa gated community offers Spanish-style condos and townhomes built between 2016 and 2019, with access to a community pool and spa. El Cerrito Park, a 26-acre space, includes playing fields and baseball diamonds, while Dos Lagos Park hosts events like the Rockin' Summer Concert Series. Shopping options include The Crossings at Corona with big-box retailers and a movie theater, and Corona Cerrito Plaza with diverse dining options. Local grocery stores include Trader Joe's and Sam's Club. The area is at high risk for wildfires, with Corona Fire Station #7 nearby for emergencies. Interstate 15 provides access to Los Angeles, 55 miles north, and connects to State Route 91 leading to Anaheim, 32 miles west. The Metrolink Corona North-Main station, 5 miles north, serves the Blue and Red lines. Corona Regional Medical Center is 8 miles north, and Ontario International Airport is 18 miles north. Schools in the area are highly rated, with Woodrow Wilson Elementary, El Cerrito Middle, Centennial High, and Santiago High offering strong academic programs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is El Cerrito a good place to live?
El Cerrito is a good place to live, receiving 3.3 stars from its residents. El Cerrito is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. El Cerrito is a suburban neighborhood with a crime score of 2, making it safer than the average neighborhood in the U.S. El Cerrito has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 2.3 people per acre and a median age of 38. The average household income is $127,111 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 17.7% of residents. A majority of residents in El Cerrito are home owners, with 19.9% of residents renting and 80.1% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving El Cerrito can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
El Cerrito neighborhood guide.
Is El Cerrito, CA a safe neighborhood?
El Cerrito, CA is safer than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 2 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in El Cerrito?
The median home price in El Cerrito is $782,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $156,400 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.15%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $3,810 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $163K a year to afford the median home price in El Cerrito. Learn how much home you can afford with our
Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in El Cerrito is $127K.
What are the best public schools in El Cerrito?
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Home Trends in El Cerrito, CA
On average, homes in El Cerrito, Corona sell after 68 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in El Cerrito, Corona over the last 12 months is $750,000, down 2% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$750,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$705,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$455
Number of Homes for Sale
7
Last 12 months Home Sales
21
Median List Price
$782,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
4%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%