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Sierra Lakes

Sierra Lakes

$763,174 Average Value
$327 Average Price per Sq Ft
37 Homes For Sale

Golf course community between downtown Fontana and the San Gabriel foothills

In northern Fontana, Sierra Lakes is a golf course community with parks, commercial districts and an elementary school just minutes from the San Gabriel Mountains foothills. Located four miles from downtown, the neighborhood offers a slower-paced lifestyle away from the bustle of modern living. Convenient to shopping and dining, this Inland Empire community was an olive orchard for decades before the housing development began construction in the early 2000s. “It’s a planned community with tract homes surrounding a golf course. The course weaves between the houses, some of which have views of the greens or the foothills in the distance,” says Lisa DiNoto, a real estate agent with Keller Williams Empire Estates with nearly 20 years of experience. “People like the location. It’s between snow, mountains, the beach and shopping. It’s also just off the 210 Freeway that gets people to L.A.”

Experience Golf Course living with Sierra Lakes Golf Club in your backyard.
Experience Golf Course living with Sierra Lakes Golf Club in your backyard.
A Sierra Lakes sign greets you as you enter the neighborhood.
A Sierra Lakes sign greets you as you enter the neighborhood.
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Laid-back lifestyles in contemporary housing

While many golf club communities are built around a central course, Sierra Lakes is a bit different. This course spreads out in a kind of starfish shape. The homes are arranged around the course’s offshoots, making many streets gently curve before ending in cul-de-sacs. These large properties have manicured lawns and attached garages, with some using solar panels for electricity. The community has few vacancies for its Spanish-inspired houses and California Craftsman-style homes. “Sierra Lakes is one of the area's only golf course communities without a HOA. That’s very rare. It’s a nice neighborhood, very well kept, and they have a great Sunday brunch at the course,” says Scott Gee, a real estate specialist with Realty Masters and Associates with 13 years of experience. “Another thing that draws people is that the community has a price point about $50,000 less than some surrounding areas, and it’s close to shopping, with big retailers like Costco in the neighborhood.” Homes sell for a median price of $725,000 after 37 days on the market. However, the entire price range begins around $580,000 and continues to $900,000.

Commonly found throughout the Sierra Lakes neighborhood are two-story Spanish-inspired homes.
Commonly found throughout the Sierra Lakes neighborhood are two-story Spanish-inspired homes.
Spacious green-doored house located in Sierra Lakes.
Spacious green-doored house located in Sierra Lakes.
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Highly rated schools with multiple career pathways

Students attend Niche B-rated Sierra Lakes Elementary, B-rated Wayne Ruble Middle and A-minus-rated Summit High. The high school provides eight college and career technical education pathways, like cyber forensics, international business and multimedia design. Chaffey College’s Fontana campus opened in 1996 and offers over 170 two-year degrees and professional certificates.

Enter Sierra Lakes Elementary School through its welcoming entrance.
Enter Sierra Lakes Elementary School through its welcoming entrance.
Step into Wayne Ruble Middle School through its inviting entrance.
Step into Wayne Ruble Middle School through its inviting entrance.
The main entrance of Summit High School in Fontana.
The main entrance of Summit High School in Fontana.
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Sports parks, golf courses and hiking trails

One thing Sierra Lakes doesn’t lack is green spaces. A half-dozen are dotted in and around the neighborhood, including Patricia Marrujo Park. This space is made up of baseball fields, basketball courts, playgrounds and walking trails. Ralph M. Lewis Sports Complex has soccer and football fields and is home to Fontana’s Pop Warner league. The Sierra Lakes Golf Club welcomes players of all ages and skill levels and features several putting greens and driving ranges. Just outside the neighborhood, Fontana Park is home to a dog park, community center and hockey rink. It also has an aquatics center with a 14-lane pool and a skate park with bowls, rails and boxes. The park hosts the Fontana Farmer’s Market on Sunday mornings for local produce and specialty vendors, too. All that is in addition to the numerous hiking trails through the nearby foothills.

The Fontana Soccer Complex is a very popular park in the Sierra Lakes neighborhood.
The Fontana Soccer Complex is a very popular park in the Sierra Lakes neighborhood.
Sierra Lakes residents enjoy having the Sierra Lakes Golf Club conveniently in their backyard.
Sierra Lakes residents enjoy having the Sierra Lakes Golf Club conveniently in their backyard.
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Large shopping centers and Sunday brunch

As a planned community, Sierra Lakes has numerous amenities built in. There’s shopping, dining and services a stone’s throw away. Sierra Lakes Shopping Center forms a barrier between the community and the freeway. The expansive commercial strip has large retailers and grocery stores, like Costco and Ralphs, alongside an assortment of chain restaurants. Locally owned Sierra Noodle House is located beside the freeway’s Sierra off-ramp. It's known for its creative takes on traditional Asian cuisines. The golf course’s clubhouse also serves a buffet-style brunch on most Sundays, which is very popular in the community.

Sierra Lakes residents can bulk shop at the Costco in the Sierra Lakes Shopping Center.
Sierra Lakes residents can bulk shop at the Costco in the Sierra Lakes Shopping Center.
Locals and visitors love ordering the Pad Thai dish at Sierra Noodle house in Sierra Lakes.
Locals and visitors love ordering the Pad Thai dish at Sierra Noodle house in Sierra Lakes.
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Driving, biking and walking through North Fontana

Traveling through the region is as easy as getting around Fontana from Sierra Lakes. The 210 Freeway borders the community, which is very close to Interstate 15. There are also bus stops throughout the area, and a Metrolink station with routes to Los Angeles is a few miles away downtown. Cyclists can find bike lanes along several of the neighborhood’s major roads, and sidewalks connecting the community together are abundant. Sierra Lakes is 2.5 miles from the Arrowhead Fontana Family Health Medical Center and 13 miles from the Ontario International Airport.

Bike lanes allow riders to commute throughout the Sierra Lakes community safely.
Bike lanes allow riders to commute throughout the Sierra Lakes community safely.
Bus stops in Sierra Lakes can be found on Citrus Ave and Sierra Lakes Pkwy.
Bus stops in Sierra Lakes can be found on Citrus Ave and Sierra Lakes Pkwy.
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Houses of worship

Sierra Lakes is less than three miles from the Ar-Rahman Islamic Center and the Inland Valley Islamic Society. Within that same three-mile radius, there are more than a dozen Protestant and Catholic churches, some of which offer multilingual services.

The AR-Rahaman Islamic Center can be found 2.5 miles South of the Sierra Lakes neighborhood.
The AR-Rahaman Islamic Center can be found 2.5 miles South of the Sierra Lakes neighborhood.
The Inland Valley Islamic Society can be found 2 miles west of Sierra Lakes.
The Inland Valley Islamic Society can be found 2 miles west of Sierra Lakes.
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The brand new Fontana Fire Station No. 81 sits nestled in the Sierra Lakes neighborhood.
The brand new Fontana Fire Station No. 81 sits nestled in the Sierra Lakes neighborhood.

Environmental factors

Nearly 85% of the community is at an increased risk of wildfires. Luckily, San Bernardino County Fire Station 81 is in the center of the area to keep response times low. All of the San Bernardino Valley experiences earthquakes with Sierra Lakes being no exception. However, the neighborhood is far enough from the San Jacinto Fault that the last quake more significant than a six on the Richter Scale occurred in 1933.

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Schools

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Parks in this Area

Transit

Airport

Ontario International

21 min drive

Bus

Sierra Lakes & Sierra Wb Fs

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Sierra Lakes & Tiburon Wb Fs

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Citrus & Sierra Lakes Pkwy

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Sierra Lakes Pkwy & Tiburon Eb Fs

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Citrus & Muirfield

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Sierra Lakes Pkwy & Augusta Eb Fs

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Crime and Safety

1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime Sierra Lakes US
Homicide 4 4
Sexual Assault 3 4
Assault with Weapon 3 4
Robbery 3 4
Burglary 4 4
Motor Vehicle Theft 4 4
Larceny 4 4
Crime Score 3 4

Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com

Sierra Lakes Demographics and Home Trends

Housing Trends

Median List Price
$700,257
Median Sale Price
$708,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$705,479
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$507,888
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$509,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
129
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-2%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$327

Neighborhood Facts

Number of Homes
2,417
Number of Homes for Sale
37
Median Year Built
2003
Months of Supply
3.40
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
2,524
Above the national average
1,930
Average Townhouse Size Sq Ft
2,349
Average 2 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
1,392
Average 1 Bedroom Size Sq Ft
853
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
5,227

Open Houses

  • Saturday, Mar 7
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    16557 Stone Pine Ln, Fontana, CA 92336

    $676,990

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 1,870 Sq Ft
    • 16557 Stone Pine Ln

    UPGRADED, NEW CONSTRUCTION detached home with yard within gated The Arboretum community in Fontana. This two-story Risewell Homes Plan 3 features a larger Great Room/Kitchen/Dining space, leading out to a private yard that's a blank canvas for your landscaping ideas. Upstairs offers a Primary Suite opposite sizeable Bedrooms, a secondary bath, and walk-in Laundry. Pricing includes enhanced

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    16573 Bottlebrush Ln Unit 2, Fontana, CA 92336

    $583,990

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,567 Sq Ft
    • 16573 Bottlebrush Ln
    • Unit 2

    MOVE IN READY new construction, detached home with a yard at The Arboretum. Great curb appeal for this floorplan in walking distance to newly finished pool/lounge and community greenspace. Great Room and Kitchen/Dining, with a coveted main floor Bed/Bath. Once upstairs find a larger Primary Suite retreat opposite two secondary Bedrooms, Bath and laundry area. Pricing includes enhanced designer

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    16573 Bottlebrush Ln Unit 3, Fontana, CA 92336

    $585,990

    • 4 Beds
    • 3 Baths
    • 1,667 Sq Ft
    • 16573 Bottlebrush Ln
    • Unit 3
    • New 4 days ago

    MOVE IN READY, DETACHED HOME with a yard. Welcome to Trellis by Risewell Homes, a new community within the gated Arboretum Master Plan. This two-story home features a 2-car side x side garage, desirable main floor Bed/Bath, while upstairs you'll find Primary Suite and walk-in closet, secondary Beds/Bath, and a centrally located Laundry. Additional highlights include sleek appliance package,

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Distribution of Home Values

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Property Mix - Square Feet

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Demographics

Total Population
10,087
Median Age
35
Population Density
5 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.7%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11%
Below the national average
19.1%

Finances

Median Household Income
$133,776
Significantly above the national average
$79,601
Average Household Income
$156,795

Education and Workforce

High School Graduates
90%
College Graduates
30.6%
Advanced Degrees
9.8%
On par with the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
77.2%
Above the national average
64.9%

Weather

Annual Precipitation
9''
Average Winter Low Temperature
44°F
Average Summer High Temperature
95°F
Annual Snowfall
0''

Area Factors

Somewhat Bikeable

Bike Score®

22 / 100

Car-Dependent

Walk Score®

1 / 100

Minimal Transit

Transit Score®

14 / 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score

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