Small-town, Old Western charm in the Inland Empire
On the eastern edge of Beaumont, in the San Gorgonio Pass, Banning retains its small-town character amid the rapid growth of the Inland Empire. “It’s somehow up-and-coming and a town centered around relaxation,” says Robert Perez, a Realtor with Evernest Realty Advisors, who manages properties in the city. “Beaumont is like Banning’s sister city, and they’ve grown faster than anyone could've imagined over there. But Banning has more slowly drawn an older crowd with its retirement communities.”
Once a major stop for stagecoaches and railroads in the Old West, Banning continues to celebrate its history with rodeos and festivals. The city also remains a center for transportation, sitting less than a mile away from the warehouse and freight facilities along Interstate 10 in Beaumont.
Discover the power of open floor plans and rustic charm in the ranch-style houses of Banning.
Banning is surrounded by mountain vistas and hills, making it a popular spot for hikers.
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Area-low housing prices near Beaumont
As of late 2024, Banning’s median home price is roughly $400,000, compared to Beaumont's median of $540,000 and the national median of $410,000. "That's really one of my biggest selling points for Banning," says Perez, "because why not retire now when the most expensive home there is $500,000?" Following the COVID pandemic, prices in Banning rose dramatically but have since stabilized, growing only 2% between 2023 and 2025.
Single-family homes dominate the market, most of them set in subdivisions or 55-plus communities. Common styles include Spanish Revival, New Traditional and 1980s contemporary; all heavily feature stucco or stone in their exteriors. Prices for all styles can range between $350,000 and $500,000, depending on the size and state of renovation of the home.
Many residences in Banning are single-story National or ranch-style homes.
Hillside homes are located throughout the mountains of Banning.
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Private ranches, public parks and community golf courses
True to its history in horse-drawn coaching, Banning is home to a handful of private and public ranches, including Silver Ridge Ranch, Freedom Hills Ranch, and the city-managed Dysart Equestrian Facility. Banning also has 5 other parks that span a total of over 60 acres. Repplier Park is among the most popular for its seasonal public pool, skate park and events spaces. Older residents can enjoy get-togethers at the Banning Senior Center here, and the Playhouse Bowl Amphitheatre invites the whole city to enjoy the Concerts in the Park series every June and July.
Residents of the 55-plus community Sun Lakes also have access to members-only amenities. Sun Lakes offers two 18-hole golf courses, tennis courts, and pools, among other amenities.
Private ranches can be found throughout the city of Banning.
Kids learn to swim at the Repplier Park Aquatic Center in the summers in Banning.
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Small-scale shopping in Banning
Running parallel to Interstate 10, Ramsey Street is Banning’s primary commercial corridor and is lined with shopping plazas, strip malls and grocery stores. Though most businesses here are familiar chains, a handful are locally owned, including the Wings Garden Cafe and the 1920s movie theater Fox Cineplex is D’Place. Immediately north of the Sun Lakes community, the Sun Lakes Village Shopping Center also offers an array of grocery and department stores, as well as a handful of causal eateries.
Banning is home to a variety of locally-owned shops.
Locals line up the street to enjoy a meal while on the go in Banning.
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Banning Unified School District and Measure O
Banning Unified School District earns an overall grade of C-plus from Niche. Banning Unified schools offer Career Technical Education programs to help students gain experience in a variety of fields, including business, construction trades and art. In November 2024, the city approved Measure O, a $74 million bond to renovate Banning Unified schools, improve campus security and enhance the technology used in classrooms.
Join a community that cares about your child's education at Nicolet Middle School in Banning.
Challenge your friends and score big at Banning High School's basketball courts.
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Wild Western events
For over 65 years, the Stagecoach Days event has celebrated Banning’s historic, Old Western character. Held at Dysart Equestrian Park every September, the Stagecoach Days features rodeo shows, plenty of food trucks and carnival rides. The Gilman Ranch and Wagon Museum also hosts the Wild West Festival and Western Art Show, filling the old stagecoach station with Western art, music and re-enactments every May.
Interstate 10 access, Riverside County pollution
Interstate 10 runs through Banning’s center, leading commuters 32 miles west to San Bernardino and 23 miles east to Palm Springs. Banning Connect Transit offers three bus routes and a Dial-A-Ride service within the city, but most residents depend on cars to get around. San Gorgonio Memorial Hospital can be found on the interstate, and the Loma Linda University Medical Center can be found less than a mile south in Beaumont. Palm Springs International Airport is 25 miles east, and San Bernardino International Airport is 29 miles west.
Due to heavy freight activity and traffic in the area, Riverside County consistently ranks among counties with the worst air pollution in the country. Between 2022 and 2024, the American Lung Association ranked Riverside County as having the second worst Ozone pollution in the country, only behind its neighbor San Bernardino County. Banning Connect Transit plans to combat this by making its services emission-free by 2040.
Lowering crime rates in Banning
According to FBI data from 2023, Banning’s property crime rate is lower than national and California averages. In the same year, Banning’s violent crime rate was slightly higher than the national rate but on par with the California rate. Crime has generally been on the decline in Banning over the last decade, with the city seeing a 27% decrease in total crime between 2013 and 2023.
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On average, homes in Banning, CA sell after 59 days on the market compared to the national average of 53 days. The median sale price for homes in Banning, CA over the last 12 months is $435,000, up 8% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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