Why Live in Crest
Crest, a small hilltop community located roughly 25 miles east of downtown San Diego, offers residents stunning views of the Southern California landscape. The neighborhood features a variety of home styles, including Mediterranean, Spanish Colonial, and modern homes, with prices ranging from $255,000 for a three-bedroom manufactured home to $5.5 million for a five-bedroom villa. Crest is known for its generational families and a strong sense of community, with neighbors often introducing themselves to newcomers. The area includes Crest Sky Lodge North, a gated community of manufactured homes, and offers amenities such as the McDonald Family Farm and Crest Foods, a gas station known for its pizza. La Cresta Restaurant and Caffe is a local gathering spot with live music on weekends.
Crest School, part of the Cajon Valley Union School District, serves kindergarten through 8th grade, while highly rated Granite Hills High School offers a variety of sports and extracurricular activities. For recreation, residents can visit South Lane County Park, which features hiking trails and grassy fields, or Nancy Jane County Park, which has a playground and picnic areas. Although public transportation is limited, with the nearest bus stop six miles away, Interstate 8 is less than five miles from Crest, providing access to interstate travel.
While Crest offers a peaceful, scenic environment, it is important to note that all homes in the area are at risk of wildfire impact over the next 30 years. Despite this, the community remains a close-knit and picturesque place to live, with downtown San Diego and its events just a short drive away.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Crest a good place to live?
Crest is a good place to live, receiving 4.5 stars from its residents. Crest is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Crest is a suburban neighborhood. Crest has 6 parks for recreational activities. It is sparse in population with 0.7 people per acre and a median age of 43. The average household income is $125,624 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 27.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Crest are home owners, with 15.2% of residents renting and 84.8% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Crest can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Crest neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Crest?
The median home price in Crest is $445,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $89,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.72%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $2,300 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $99K a year to afford the median home price in Crest. The average household income in Crest is $126K.
What are the best public schools in Crest?
The best public schools that serve Crest are:
What are the best private schools in Crest?
The best private schools that serve Crest are:
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Are home prices dropping in Crest?
Yes, home prices in Crest are down 21% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Crest, CA
On average, homes in Crest, Crest Park sell after 34 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Crest, Crest Park over the last 12 months is $599,900, up 65% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$599,900
Median Single Family Sale Price
$445,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$990,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$599,900
Median 1 Bedroom Sale Price
$180,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$427
Number of Homes for Sale
3
Last 12 months Home Sales
13
Median List Price
$445,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
65%